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'h5n1 #hpai #birdflu #avianflu #vogelgrippe #Geflügelpest #health

2-jähriges Kind in Indien gestorben an Vogelgrippe

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Times Now · Bird Flu Outbreak In Andhra Pradesh: 6 Districts Affected — Are You At Risk?By Pallavi Mehra
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#Germany, New #birdflu #outbreak in #Thuringia: Experts assess risk to the population, augsburger-allgemeine.de/bayer

The infected bird in the Gotha district was a dead buzzard, according to the German News Agency. Poultry farmers with larger herds in parts of the district must house their animals in stables or under a structure protected from wild birds, according to the Gotha District Office.

Augsburger Allgemeine · Neuer Fall von Vogelgrippe in Thüringen: Besteht Gefahr einer Pandemie für Menschen?Erst vor Kurzem mussten in Bayern 30.000 Tiere gekeult werden. Nun tritt erneut ein Fall in Thüringen auf. Besteht die Gefahr einer Pandemie für Menschen?
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Source: @www.cidrap.umn.edu

From the article: "The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) reported 15 more H5N1 avian flu detections in mammals, including domestic cats in four states.

"The latest cats to test positive for the virus were from Kansas, Pennsylvania, Iowa, and Illinois. Sample collection dates range from March 19 through March 24. It's not clear if any of the cases are linked to exposure to contaminated raw food for cats.

"Newly reported detections also include five skunks, three in New Mexico and two in Texas, two house mice in Iowa, an Arctic fox in Alaska, a red fox in New York, a raccoon in Kentucky, and a bobcat in Connecticut."

#H5N1 #AvianFlu #BirdFlu #Cats

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www.cidrap.umn.eduUSDA confirms more H5N1 avian flu in cats, other mammalsThe latest H5N1 confirmations in pet cats come from Kansas, Pennsylvania, Iowa, and Illinois.
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What the World’s First Case of #BirdFlu in Sheep Means for the Virus’s Spread

The detection of bird flu in a sheep is another sign that the #H5N1 virus is adapting to hop to new hosts

By Josh Fischman, March 24, 2025

Excerpt:
"Discovery of H5N1 in a sheep enlarges the list of nonbird animals now known to be susceptible to the virus. In the U.S. that list includes cows, pigs, domestic and wild cats, coyotes, bears, rodents, raccoons, opossums and marine mammals. Seventy people in the U.S. have also been infected, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and one of them died. Although the risk to humans remains low, and person-to-person transmission is not known to have happened, the virus’s ability to infect different kinds of animals highlights that the microbe can evolve and adapt to infect new hosts, scientists say. As it spreads, it warrants careful and continued scrutiny, officials say."

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#HPAINews #AvianInfluenza #AvianFlu

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Scientific American · What the World’s First Case of Bird Flu in Sheep Means for the Virus’s SpreadBy Josh Fischman
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ASPCA: #BirdFlu and Cats: What You Need to Know

March 14, 2025

"Cats are very susceptible to H5N1 infection, but at this time the overall risk for exposure and infection is believed to be low. Dogs appear less susceptible to the current H5N1 strain, though this could evolve.

"Cats who are most at risk include those who:

- Consume unpasteurized dairy products or raw or undercooked poultry
- Are exposed to sick or deceased wild birds, particularly waterfowl like geese and ducks
- Come in contact with poultry or dairy cows on farms or in backyard flocks and those in contact with infected people or animals

"You can limit the risk of exposure and infection by keeping cats indoors or in enclosed '#catios.' Also, avoid feeding unpasteurized dairy products or raw or undercooked poultry (chicken, turkey and duck). This includes raw diets. Prevent your cats from coming in contact with sick or deceased wild birds, particularly waterfowl such as geese and ducks, and prevent contact with dairy cows or poultry.

"Monitor your cat for signs of H5N1 infection, which include coughing, sneezing, nasal discharge, trouble breathing, lethargy, disorientation, trouble walking and sudden onset of severe disease or death without prior signs of illness or injury.

"One last note: Experts’ understanding of #H5N1 avian influenza is continually evolving and recommendations may change as we learn more. Your veterinarian is your best resource. Contact them if you have questions about your cat’s health or if you suspect illness."

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#HPAINews #AvianInfluenza #AvianFlu #PetHealth #ASPCA #CatHealth

ASPCABird Flu and Cats: What You Need to KnowCats are very susceptible to H5N1 bird flu. At this time, the overall risk for exposure and infection is believed to be low, but as it continues to spread, here's what you need to know to keep your cats safe.
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#UK: Warning as #BirdFlu found in dead gull

by Sarah Turnnidge, April 2, 2025

"A warning has been issued after a confirmed case of bird flu was found in a wild herring gull.

"#Devizes Town Council has urged dog owners to take care after the bird was found dead in the town with H5N1 Avian Influenza as part of ongoing surveillance work.

"In a post on social media a spokesperson for the local authority confirmed #Wiltshire Council had been notified of the finding by the Animal and Plant Health Agency (3APHA).

"The public have been told to avoid touching dead or sick wild birds, their #feathers, or surfaces contaminated by #BirdDroppings.

"#DogOwners should keep their pets on leads and use footpaths, the APHA said, with people who keep poultry or other birds advised to wash their hands and #disinfect footwear after handling.

"The Health Security Agency has said the risk to public health is very low. [But remember -- it is deadly for cats, and can be passed from humans to cats].

"A spokesperson for Devizes Town Council said: 'We will continue to monitor the situation and keep the public informed of any developments.'

Source:
bbc.com/news/articles/c4g2xx0j
#HPAINews #AvianInfluenza #AvianFlu #PetHealth #WiltshireUK #WildHerringGulls

A sign up next to a lake in Devizes. The sign says, in large letters 'BIRD FLU HAS BEEN DETECTED IN THIS AREA, DON'T RISK SPREADING IT!'
www.bbc.comDevizes: Warning to dog walkers as bird flu found in dead gullDog owners have been advised to keep their pets on a lead.
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