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Analysis of outbreak of H7N3 highly pathogenic avian influenza in Mexico

A significant threat to poultry production not to be underestimated

 

http://www.rlc.fao.org/typo3temp/pics/8d4a94b725.jpgThe current H7N3 highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) outbreaks occurring in Jalisco, Mexico, demonstrate the constant risk from the circulation of avian influenza viruses to poultry industries throughout the world. HPAI outbreaks in countries that have significant commercial poultry industries, with high numbers of animals living in high-density populations, can suffer rapid and severe economic losses to agro-industry and trade. Countries with weaker infrastructure might not withstand shocks to food prices and the resulting food insecurity, especially for more vulnerable households...[Download the full report]

 

Contents

 

·    Overview

·    Avian influenza viruses and virulent strains

·    H7N3 history

·    H7N3 HPAI outbreaks in Mexico

·    Genetic properties of the Mexican H7N3 HPAI virus: A/chicken/Jalisco/CPA1/2012

·    Response to H7N3 HPAI in Mexico

·    Mexico’s responses to HPAI outbreaks

·    Immediate response: risk communication

·    Threat and economic impact of HPAI outbreaks

·    Food safety aspects

·    Prevention and Good practices

·    Use of vaccines in response to AI outbreaks

·    Recommended actions when responding to an outbreak

·    References

 

Regards,

 

EMPRES-Animal Health Team

 

 



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