Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) is not a new threat to the poultry industry. The most recent outbreak started in late 2021. Since then, the disease has spread across the nation to every state except Hawaii. TVMDL plays a crucial role in protecting the state's poultry industry from HPAI through its involvement in the National Animal Health Laboratory Network and the agency's multiple testing options. In this episode, TVMDL-Gonzales Resident Director Dr. Martin covers the disease and how testing can provide by proactive and reactive benefits.
