American Quote by Michael Greger
“The largest outbreak of bird flu in American history was an H5N2 virus, which led to the deaths of 17 million domestic birds and cost the nation more than $400 million during an outbreak in Pennsylvania that started in 1983.”
About This Quote
Source Book: How Not to Die, 2015
A 1983 bird flu outbreak caused massive bird deaths and huge economic loss.
In simple terms: Bird flu devastated poultry and cost billions.
Key Takeaway
Monitor animal disease to prevent future crises.
Themes
health
economics
epidemics
agriculture
Mood
educational
cautionary
Type
scientific
practical
When to use this quote
- farm management
- government response
- research funding
Key Concepts
viral pathology
food security
public policy
Questions to Reflect On
- What lessons apply to today’s disease threats?
- How can we improve surveillance?
A Different Perspective
The data is historical; current risks differ.
