Michigan County Reports Additional Bird Flu Outbreaks

Bird flu outbreak continues to grow in the United States. State officials confirmed infected sheep in two additional Michigan counties on Monday.

After an investigation by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD), Michigan State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory The presence of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) has been detected at two commercial poultry houses in Ottawa County and at a backyard flock in Jackson County.

The affected locations are now under quarantine and the birds will be “depopulated” to prevent the spread of the disease, according to an MDARD statement.

Such efforts also help ensure the safety and integrity of the commercial food supply. As specified by officials

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Bird flu is spreading in Michigan. (Istock)

“Slowing the spread of HPAI to protect human health is a top priority at MDARD,” said MDARD Director Tim Boring. “Implementing farm biosecurity and expanding state HPAI surveillance efforts is a top priority at MDARD.” Important strategies to prevent the possibility of viruses spreading among pet species. and may spread and become a more worrying threat to humans.”

HPAI, also known as bird flu, is a highly contagious virus that can be spread in a number of ways from flock to flock, including wild birds, through contact with infected animals, by equipment and on the clothing and shoes of people. Take care of Mdar.

A person touches a test tube labeled “Avian Flu” in this image. (REUTERS/Dado Ruwich/Illustrations/Image Files)

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“Despite the cold weather, HPAI is still circulating in wild bird populations. It creates the right conditions for the virus to grow and spread,” said state veterinarian Nora Wineland. “Preventing disease through biosafety measures such as keeping pets away from wild birds. as well as cleaning and disinfecting equipment between uses.”

MDARD says it continues to work diligently with local, state and federal partners to quickly respond to reports of sick pets. To best reduce the spread of HPAI and spread the word.

There are a variety of white and brown eggs in the refrigerator. (Istock)

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according to U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention The public health risk associated with avian influenza remains low. No birds or bird products infected with HPAI will enter the commercial food chain.

As a reminder People should handle and cook all poultry and eggs properly.