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March 26, 2025
A recent study by Cornell researchers assessed the presence of antibodies for highly pathogenic H5N1 influenza A in live-captured bobcats in New York.
February 21, 2025
News and guidance on avian influenza is scattered across government and state agency websites, and rampant misinformation is spread across the internet. In response, Cornell has launched a comprehensive resource that offers a one-stop clearinghouse for the most current and trustworthy information on bird flu.
February 21, 2025
At Cornell University’s Wildlife Health Lab, scientists work with New York State to test and identify cases of bird flu among animals in Central New York. Interviewed as an expert in the field, Dr. Jennifer Bloodgood speaks on the latest findings.
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February 17, 2025
As the Northeast regional fish and wildlife health coordinator, my day-to-day work varies greatly! I work with 13 state fish and wildlife agencies in the Northeast, and each agency may have different needs. I typically start my day with coffee...
February 12, 2025
Recent reports of dozens of dead snow geese have been linked to an outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza, otherwise known as bird flu, in New York's Seneca County and neighboring counties. Cornell's Dr. Krysten Schuler provides some advice to reduce people's exposure to the virus.
February 03, 2025
Five species of commonly hunted waterfowl in the northeast Atlantic Flyway were found to harbor contaminants that could impact the health of the birds, as well as the hunters and others who consume them.
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December 19, 2024
My role within the Cornell Wildlife Health Lab (CWHL) is a grab bag of all things related to molecular biology - meaning that no two days are ever alike, and I never do all the different parts of my job in a single day....
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November 05, 2024
Ithaca may pride itself on being “gorges”, but in my opinion the best part of living in the Finger Lakes is Autumn! The changing leaves, crisp air, and fall sunshine make this the perfect time of year to walk dogs, hike local parks, go wine tasting, and of course, make large amounts of apple butter....
October 22, 2024
Once an endangered species, the population of bald eagles in New York continues to grow. But their success is not without threats to continued population growth, including lead poisoning.
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October 11, 2024
Cat herder, catch-all, and photo hog—I relate to all these terms and more. My position requires that I do and know a fair bit of everything to manage the administrative tasks for CWHL and its members while also overseeing the program's communications....