Bird flu in sheep was discovered for the first time in the world, as UK experts announced, although they emphasize the danger of livestock and the general public is still low.
The H5N1 virus was discovered in one animal in Yorkshire, EnglandAfter the routine test that was done because the herd was kept at a site where the bird flu was found in the birds previously. Other sheep were not found in the herd.
Since then the injured animal has been executed, as the chief veterinarian in the UK has been implemented in strict biological security measures to prevent the spread of the disease.
“Although the risk of livestock is still low, I urge all animal owners to ensure that accurate hygiene is in place and report any signs of animal and plant infection health “Christine Midolmis said.
Bird flu can cause severe disease, including pneumonia, and even death – with experts tracing changes in H5N1 virus carefully feared that It can lead to a human pandemic.
While the American centers to combat and prevent them there There is no evidence of H5N1 that passes from man to manThe virus was discovered in wide animals other than birds, including Catsand FoxesFoxes, Bush dogs and PigsWith experts, they say a The new alternative is settler in dairy cows In the United States.
H5N1 appears in cows It was a shock to Scientists, given that he previously believed that these animals could not easily be injured.
H5N1 was also found in humans, although such cases were largely in dairy workers and poultry. the The latest case in the United Kingdom was reported in JanuaryIn a farm worker it is known to have a connection with a large number of infected birds.
“At the global level, we still see that mammals can develop bird influenza A (H5N1). However, current evidence indicates that bird influenza viruses that we see around the world do not spread easily to people – and the risks of Avian Flue.”
Chand added that Ukhsa was prepared to detect the virus in humans and will quickly respond to NHS and other partners if necessary.
“We are working closely [the Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs]Ukhsa and Scotland Food standards after the discovery of bird influenza virus in a lamb in the UK.
“Our advice remains that bird flu is very low in the UK consumers because the H5N1 virus is usually not transmitted through food.”
