Instant Genius podcast: Bird Flu, with Dr Alastair Ward

This year around the globe, an estimated 160 million domestic birds have died as a result of avian flu. But why has the virus spread so widely? And could humans be at risk?

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Published: December 9, 2022 at 7:49 am

Instant Genius is a bite-sized masterclass in podcast form. In this episode, we're joined by Dr Alastair Ward, associate professor of biodiversity and ecosystem management at the University of Leed, to explore the recent outbreak of bird flu.

This year, over 160 million domestic birds have died due to the virus, many in the UK. In fact, half of the country's turkey stock has been killed or culled.

So, why has it spread so widely? What actually happens when a bird gets the flu? And could humans be at risk?

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