Waffle House announces $0.50 surcharge on eggs because of bird flu

• Waffle House adds 50-cent surcharge for each egg amid rising prices

  Waffle House says temporary increase took effect on Monday and impacts all menus at the 24-hour chain's restaurants.
  
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  Could the Bird Flu Become Airborne?

  Scientists were slow to recognize that Covid spreads through the air. Some are now trying to get ahead of the bird flu.
  
  The New York Times - 1d
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  Could the Bird Flu Become Airborne?

  Scientists were slow to recognize that Covid spreads through the air. Some are now trying to get ahead of the bird flu.
  
  The New York Times - 1d
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  Egg prices have soared as farmers contend with bird flu outbreak

  The average price for a dozen eggs in the U.S. has jumped 50% in the past year and the cost increase appears to have accelerated since November.
  
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• The impact from bird flu spreads

  After H5N1, the current strain of bird flu, reached the United States in 2022, more than 148 million chickens, turkeys and other farm birds have been euthanized. Since last year, when the virus ...
  
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  Bird flu now 'widespread' among this state's birds

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  ABC News - 5d
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  Bird flu has made eggs more expensive — does it also make them unsafe to eat?

  More than 60 human cases of bird flu have been confirmed in the U.S.
  
  The Hill - 6d
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  Bird Flu in U.S. Is Creating Egg Shortages and Driving Up Prices

  Avian influenza has led to a shortage of eggs and wholesale prices that are through the roof. Consumers can expect to feel the pain for a while.
  
  The New York Times - Jan. 24
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  First Bird Flu Death in U.S. Reported in Louisiana

  The deceased was over 65 and had other medical conditions, state officials said.
  
  The New York Times - Jan. 6

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