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Avian Influenza
Bird flu virus advances in Nigeria
March 24th, 2006
The deadly H5N1 avian influenza virus continues to spread in poultry in Nigeria and could cause a regional disaster despite strong control efforts taken by the Nigerian authorities, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). "There is ample evidence that the Nigerian bird flu situation is difficult and worrisome," said Joseph Domenech, FAO's Chief Veterinary Officer. "The movement and trade of poultry have strongly contributed to the further spread of the virus. The government has taken the right measures such as culling in outbreak areas and biosecurity controls, but the authorities are facing immense...
Source: Drug Week (2006-03-24)
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