Tag: avian flu
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Avian Flu Crisis in Wales: Poultry Farmers Face Hard Times as Mass Culls Escape Route
Overview: Avian flu reshapes the Welsh poultry landscape The recent surge in avian influenza cases across mid, west, and north Wales has forced authorities to order mass culls of turkeys and chickens. Tens of thousands of birds have been destroyed to prevent the spread of the disease, prompting concern among farmers about the future of…
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Avian flu in Wales: Poultry farmers face culling crisis and hard choices
Overview: Avian flu hits Welsh farms Across mid, west and north Wales, poultry farmers are grappling with a devastating wave of avian influenza. Tens of thousands of turkeys and chickens have been culled in recent weeks as authorities seek to halt the spread of the virus. The immediate impact is visible at farm gates: empty…
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Avian Flu Fast Facts: What You Need to Know
What is avian flu? Avian influenza, commonly called avian flu or bird flu, is an illness that primarily affects birds. It is caused by influenza viruses that circulate in bird populations. While most infections occur in birds, some strains can infect humans and other animals, prompting health authorities to monitor outbreaks closely. How many strains…
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Global Health Watch: Early Flu Activity, New Vaccines, and Wildlife Disease Alerts
Japan Faces Early Flu Activity Amid School Closures Japan is experiencing an uptick in influenza activity earlier than usual, prompting authorities to monitor schools closely as closures and precautionary measures surface in some regions. Health officials say early flu activity can be a bellwether for seasonal trends, especially as communities balance reopening with the need…