New Bird Flu Cases Confirmed in England, Iowa

Multiple cases of bird flu have been confirmed in both the UK and Iowa, prompting significant biosecurity measures. In Norfolk, England, the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) reported a fourth case of H5N1 in captive birds, leading to the establishment of a 3km controlled zone and the culling of infected birds, as part of an Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) now covering several counties. Meanwhile, in Iowa, a positive case was detected in a commercial layer flock in O’Brien County, marking the eighth occurrence in the state this year. The USDA continues to implement measures to contain the outbreak while assuring the public that poultry products remain safe for consumption. Both regions emphasize the importance of reporting any suspected cases promptly to mitigate further spread. Health officials in the UK state that the risk to public health remains very low, despite the ongoing outbreaks.