There is a new flu called HN51 that affects birds, but there is little help from the government to protect people. Unlike COVID-19, which has a vaccine, there is no vaccine for bird flu. The CDC recommends avoiding raw milk and undercooked foods to prevent catching bird flu. Bird flu has been around for a long time, but this new strain is very dangerous. It has killed many birds around the world. The virus can spread through migrating birds and infected poultry. People who hunt birds are at risk of catching the virus if the birds they hunt are infected. It is important for hunters to take precautions such as wearing gloves, eye protection, and face masks, and washing their hands thoroughly. Some dead birds found in Ohio were believed to have died from HPAI, a type of bird flu. The state's duck season has closed to prevent the spread of the virus. It is important for everyone to be careful and protect themselves from bird flu.