Due to soaring egg prices caused by the bird flu outbreak, Waffle House has implemented a temporary $0.50 surcharge on all egg items at its more than 2,000 locations. The surcharge went into effect on Monday and is in response to the loss of over 13 million hens due to the virus, leading to an egg shortage. Economists attribute the rise in prices to the bird flu and increased consumer demand during the holiday season. The franchise stated that the surcharge will be adjusted or removed as market conditions change. In light of the ongoing bird flu outbreak, the CDC has urged labs to quickly identify cases of the virus in hospitalized patients to facilitate proper treatment and prevention measures. However, delays in testing can result in missed opportunities for treatment and prevention. The CDC also warned about the severity of the seasonal flu in the U.S., particularly in the West, Midwest, and Southeast regions. The situation highlights the importance of swift action in identifying and responding to potential cases of the bird flu to mitigate its spread and impact on the food industry.
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