The Department is recommending members of the general public in Limerick to prevent dealing with or entering contact with dead wild birds, in order to avoid the spread of bird influenza in people – it is likewise being recommended to keep family pets away and to remain clear of touching any surface areas polluted with bird faeces.
Public Health Mid-West is dealing with authorities in the Department of Agriculture in relation to the detection of bird influenza in a series of Black-headed seagulls in the Limerick area.
Dr Kenneth Beatty, Specialist in Public Health Medicine, said: “While bird influenza infections in people is exceptionally uncommon, it can be major if it does emerge.”
It has actually been verified, nevertheless, that no recognized case of infection has actually been reported in an individual since yet.
Other methods to prevent possible infection is to stay away from neglected bird plumes or other bird waste and routinely clean hands with soap and warm water, utilizing alcohol-based hand gel instantly later on.
If you discover dead poultry or wild birds, you must inform the closest Regional Veterinary Office or call the Avian Influenza Helpline: 01 607 2512 (Outside of Office hours: 01 492 8026).
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