Researchers have stressed that bird flu still poses a minimal risk to the general public, though that may change as the virus continues to circulate and potentially mutate. But the many empty shelves in stores and higher prices on the eggs that people can find have raised concerns among consumers about the safety of the egg supply.

Q&A: From people avoiding wild birds to farmers protecting their animals, Kent State epidemiologist Dr. Tara Smith shares tips on bird flu prevention.

Former FDA food safety expert Dr Darin Detwiler said while there is a near-zero risk of H5N1 avian flu infecting someone after consuming an egg, Americans should proceed with caution.