Dead Silver Pelican was identified and collected from the southern part of Lake Kerkini, near Lithotopos Serres
For the presence of the bird flu virus (H5N1 subtype) in a dead silver pelican collected from the southern part of Lake Kerkini near the Lithuarium of the Serres Regional Unit, the Department of Veterinary and Veterinary Department of Veterinary Medicine and Veterinary Department.
The case was confirmed yesterday, in the framework of the Epizotiological Investigation Program of Birds.
The Region points out that – as other cases have been confirmed in dead silver pelicans in Lakes Small Prespa and Hemaditis in Florina – it is necessary to apply biochema measures to poultry farms to prevent their infection.
Specifically, the measures provided for in a decision of the Minister of Rural Development and Foods provide for the prohibition on the maintenance of poultry (domestic, free grazing, organic farming, etc.) in open spaces in areas of the country that are less than 2 kilometers from wetlands and wetlands, country. In areas of the country where poultry is not mandatory, it is recommended to maintain them in closed or covered spaces, at least by mid -May. Also, the rules for safe management of meat, eggs and derivatives of farmed birds or animals should be respected.
It is recalled that bird flu is an infectious viral disease of compulsory declaration and in cases of increased morbidity or mortality of poultry, their holders are required to immediately inform the veterinary authorities to obtain the necessary samples.
It is noted that recently in mammals (eg ruminants, mink, feline).
Other services and private bodies that come in direct and frequent contact with wild birds (forestry officials, hunters, federal guards, ornithological organizations, care centers, management bodies, etc.), They deliver to them, taking into account all the necessary personal protection measures. Finally, it is recommended for professionals who are included in high -risk groups, such as veterinarians, poultry farmers, pigs, fur breeders, slaughterers, to be vaccinated against seasonal influenza as a measure of reducing the possibility of reconstruction and emergence.
Source: Skai
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