An HSI Report: Human Health Implications of Intensive Poultry Production and Avian Influenza

Authors

Humane Society International

Document Type

Report

Publication Date

2008

Abstract

The high stocking density, stress, unhygienic conditions, lack of sunlight, and breeding practices typical of industrial poultry and egg production systems may facilitate the emergence and spread of diseases, including highly pathogenic avian influenza viruses with public health implications such as H5N1.

Recommended Citation

Humane Society International, "An HSI Report: Human Health Implications of Intensive Poultry Production and Avian Influenza" (2008). HSI REPORTS. 1.
https://www.wellbeingintlstudiesrepository.org/hsi_reps_fap/1