Karnataka Completes 10-Day Surveillance After H5N1 Bird Flu Outbreak
Bird flu: Karnataka completes 10-day H5N1 surveillance, containment operation
Hindustan Times
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The Karnataka government has concluded a 10-day surveillance and containment operation following an H5N1 Avian Influenza outbreak detected on April 14 in Mathkuru village, Hesaraghatta. No human infections have been reported, and precautionary measures are in place to prevent further spread.
- 01The H5N1 outbreak was confirmed on April 14 in Mathkuru village, Karnataka.
- 02A 10-day surveillance operation was conducted, covering 22 villages with a total population of 28,172.
- 03All birds in the infected area were culled, and biosecurity protocols were followed.
- 04No human cases of H5N1 have been detected, and health facilities are on alert.
- 05Public is advised to avoid handling sick poultry and ensure thorough cooking of poultry products.
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The Karnataka government has successfully wrapped up a 10-day surveillance and containment operation in response to an H5N1 Avian Influenza outbreak detected on April 14 in Mathkuru village, Hesaraghatta. The operation was coordinated by the Department of Health and Family Welfare and the Department of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services. An infected zone with a 0-3 km radius and a surveillance zone of 3-10 km were established, and 28,172 individuals across 22 villages were surveyed. All birds in the infected area were culled, and the health department confirmed no human cases of H5N1. Health facilities in Bengaluru have been instructed to maintain surveillance and stock necessary protective equipment. The public is urged to avoid handling sick poultry and to ensure that poultry products are thoroughly cooked before consumption. Precautionary measures include a 90-day ban on poultry activities in the affected area, with regular disinfection scheduled every 15 days.
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The containment measures aim to prevent the spread of H5N1, ensuring public health and safety in the region.
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