Spring goose hunters should be aware of bird flu risk: experts – CBC

Apr 07, 2025

Risk is easily managed with handwashing, avoiding sick-looking birds: virology expert

As many First Nations in northwestern Ontario gear up for the spring goose hunt, migratory birds are flying north from the United States, which is grappling with a wave of avian influenza impacting millions of birds and 70 people.

While a virology expert says hunting, dressing and eating geese could have significant risk, simple prevention measures reduce risk greatly.

Read More: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/thunder-bay/goose-hunt-bird-flu-risks-1.7502269