Episode 45: Discussion about H5 Influenza
In the podcast, Swine Extension Educator Sarah Schieck Boelke speaks with Dr. Marie Culhane about H5 Influenza. Especially as it relates to cases in poultry and dairy, and the risk of it for pigs. Dr. Culhane is a professor in the College of Veterinary Medicine’s Department of Veterinary Population Medicine. Her expertise is Influenza as it relates to food animals.
Learn more about H5 Influenza featured in the podcast
Learn more about H5 Influenza featured in the podcast
- This podcast was based on a Swine in Minnesota blog post, "H5 Influenza Q & A with Drs. Marie Culhane and Carol Cardona"
- Journal article talks about how susceptible pigs are to influenza.
- Journal article explains how pigs are a mixing vessel for influenza viruses.
- Minnesota Board of Animal Health H5N1 in Livestock Resources
- Minnesota Board of Animal Health HPAI hotline and response
- Individuals can contact local DNR wildlife staff or the DNR information center at 888-646-6367 to report sick or dead birds.
This podcast was recorded on April 22, 2025
