Are eggs and milk still safe amid bird flu outbreak? Here's what you need to know
As bird flu spreads in the United States, are there are any risks of the virus from drinking milk or eating eggs? Here's what you need to know, according to experts.
Are Eggs Safe to Eat as Bird Flu Spreads?
Researchers have stressed that bird flu still poses a minimal risk to the general public, though that may change as the virus continues to circulate and potentially mutate. But the many empty shelves in stores and higher prices on the eggs that people can find have raised concerns among consumers about the safety of the egg supply.
Eggs are becoming even more expensive; is it because of the bird flu?
A number of factors - chiefly, the bird flu - is causing you to pay more for eggs at the market than ever. Will the price of eggs ever come down?
Is It Safe to Eat Eggs During the Bird Flu Outbreak?
H5N1 continues to devastate egg-laying chickens in the U.S. But experts say eggs are safe to eat, especially if you cook them properly.
‘Devastating’: Former local egg farmer discusses bird flu impacts on egg prices
There’s no sunny side to the rising cost of eggs. A bird flu outbreak has forced farmers to lose millions of hens since December, putting a crack in the egg supply.
Shell shocked: Consumers scramble as egg prices fly higher due to bird flu
As the bird flu wreaks havoc on the the poultry industry, egg prices are surging, putting pressure on restaurants, grocers and consumers.
Restaurants scrambling over skyrocketing egg prices. ‘It’s like the stock market.’
Eggs aren’t just expensive in 2025. They’re difficult to find at all, especially for those who need them in bulk. Anthony Lauro, the owner of Anthony’s Cheesecake & Restaurant in Bloomfield, has spent recent mornings calling food distributors,
National restaurant chain increases prices for egg dishes, citing bird flu as the cause
Going out to breakfast with the family? Well, if you plan on going to Waffle House, you’re going to have to pay a little extra if you want some eggs. Known for its all-day breakfast and affordability,
Bird flu pushes egg prices up; US retailers, consumers worry
As the price of eggs continues to rise across the United States, due to a bird flu outbreak causing high mortality in flocks, some Americans are changing their consumption habits.
Police yet to crack $40k egg theft in Pennsylvania amid national egg shortage and bird flu outbreak
The 100,000 eggs were snatched from the back of Pete & Gerry’s Organics’ distribution trailer on Saturday about 8:40 p.m. in ...
Waffle House adds egg surcharge in light of high prices, bird flu killing US chickens
Waffle House locations have signs announcing a new, temporary 50-cent egg surcharge. The company cited high prices and bird ...
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Bird flu and the egg shortage: Epidemiologist shares what you should know to stay healthy
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Waffle House adds surcharge to eggs as massive bird flu outbreak leads to soaring prices
The Waffle House restaurant chain is putting a 50 cent per egg surcharge in place temporarily due to the biggest bird flu ...
Waffle House announces 50-cent surcharge on eggs because of bird flu
Waffle House announced it will be adding a 50-cent surcharge to all egg items sold at its more than 2,000 locations because ...
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Here's a Super Bowl riddle: Why are egg prices surging — but not chicken wings?
The egg market has been hit hard by avian flu, but wings are abundant and relatively affordable this year. So what gives?
Diners face tough choices as egg costs soar amid avian flu concerns
As concerns around the Avian flu are increasing, so is the price of eggs. But while many people might be feeling the impact ...
US dodged a bird flu pandemic thanks to eggs and dumb luck—with spread of new strain, will Americans get lucky again?
In recent months, Americans looking for eggs have faced empty shelves in their grocery stores. The escalating threat of avian ...