The Epinhood (TEH)

New Outbreak: A new outbreak of high pathogenicity H7N8 avian influenza has been detected at a poultry farm in Victoria, Australia.
• Outbreak Control Measures: A control order has been established around the impacted property and a control area in the eastern portion of the Strathbogie Shire to prevent the virus from spreading.
• Previous Declaration of Freedom from Bird Flu: Just days before the new outbreak, the federal government had declared Australia free from H7 avian influenza. • Outbreak Location: A poultry farm in Victoria, Australia.
• Cause of Outbreak: Spread by wild birds, despite the farm’s biosecurity measures.
• Public Health Risk: Low risk to humans, but egg and poultry product prices are expected to remain high.
• Avian Influenza Strain: Highly pathogenic H7N8 avian influenza has been confirmed in a poultry property in northern Victoria.
• Public Health Risk: The risk to the public remains low, but consumers should report any suspicion of animal disease to the EAD Hotline or local vet.
• Control Measures: A restricted area has been established around the infected property, and poultry and bird gatherings are prohibited within the control and restricted areas.
• Avian Influenza Impact: The virus is thriving in the northern and southern hemispheres, negatively impacting bird populations.
• Biosecurity Measures: Extreme biosecurity measures are crucial to protect domestic birds from wild birds, including separate water sources and strict hygiene protocols.
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