Australia…the first infection with a strain was detected "H5" From avian influenza in a seabird
Scientists have detected the first infection with a strain "H5" Avian influenza infection in a sea bird in the country, according to what was announced The Australian Government, today, Friday.
Twelve cases of the strain have been recorded "H5" In Australia since June, it has been limited to Migratory birds and did not include local wild animals.
Laboratory tests confirmed that a crested tern, a large seabird, had been infected in the coastal town of Robe in South Australia.
An expected development despite concern
Australian Agriculture Minister Julie Collins said in a press conference "Although this development is disturbing, it is not surprising"Noting that there is so far no evidence of mass deaths due to the H5 of the bird influenza virus.
She pointed out that there are no indications of the spread of the virus in other types of animals or poultry, stressing that "The risk to human health remains low".
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