GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — The Michigan Division of Agriculture and Rural Improvement mentioned that extra extremely pathogenic avian influenza or hen flu circumstances have been present in two unnamed business poultry amenities in Ottawa County and a yard flock in Jackson County.
That is the fourth case in Ottawa County this month and the primary in Jackson County for the reason that starting of the outbreak in 2022. MDARD mentioned the affected properties are beneath quarantine and the flocks have been killed.
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“Everyone has a role to play in protecting against HPAI and limiting its capability to take hold and spread,” MDARD Director Tim Boring mentioned in a launch. “Following biosecurity protocols, like using personal protective equipment when caring for animals, is critical to ensuring the health of humans and animals.”
MDARD has outlined particular measures for farmers to take to forestall the unfold of the virus together with washing their fingers earlier than and after dealing with birds, stopping contact between home and wild birds and never sharing gear or provides between coops or different farms.
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The Facilities for Illness Management and Prevention mentioned that the general public well being danger of hen flu is low and that no birds or hen merchandise from contaminated birds will enter the business meals chain.
“As HPAI continues to circulate in wild birds, taking steps to prevent both direct and indirect contact between wildlife and domestic animals is important to prevent disease introduction,” State Veterinarian Dr. Nora Wineland, DVM, MS, DACVPM, mentioned in a launch. “Anyone caring for domestic animals needs to be aware of all the ways the virus could spread and take action to mitigate those risks. Protecting animal health will benefit both people and animals.”
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Those that suspect avian flu of their home animals are requested to name MDARD instantly at 800.292.3939 through the day or 517.373.0440 after hours.
