Bird flu cases reported in area

The entire area has seen an increased number of avian influenza, or bird flu, cases, according to Perryton veterinarian Dr. Randy Skaggs, who is cautioning the public about handling birds.“There have been many cases seen in birds here in Perryton,” Dr. Skaggs said. “Originally, we saw a few cases in birds, stray dogs and cats a few years ago. Recently all the cases have been in bir...

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