Avian influenza viruses rarely infect humans, but people in close contact with infected birds may be at increased risk.
In light of two suspected cases of bird flu in central NL, animal health officials are working closely with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. All commercial and backyard poultry producers, regardless of the size of their flocks, are urged to review the Agency’s biosecurity measures to ensure flocks are protected from exposure to wild birds. Symptoms include lack of energy, movement or appetite, decreased egg production, swelling around the head, neck and eyes, as well coughing, gasping for air or sneezing. Avian influenza viruses rarely infect humans, but people in close contact with infected birds may be at increased risk. In this region, bird illness should be reported by calling the Pynn’s Brook office at 686-2672.
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