Bird Flu :: Germany bird flu threat level high
The deadly bird avian flu virus H5N1 has spread to German poultry. A domestic goose died of the bird flu virus H5N1 in the village of Wickersdorf, Germany.
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Bird Flu :: H5N1 bird flu virus confirmed in swans, France
Three swans found dead in eastern France due to H5N1 bird flu virus infection, confirmed by French agriculture ministry. Tests were found positive on swans for deadly avian flu virus.
Bird Flu :: H5N1 virus remains entrenched in several countries
Despite improvement in the global response to the deadly H5N1 avian influenza over the past few years, the virus remains entrenched in several countries and will continue to spread, the United Nations warned.
Bird Flu :: Bird flu virus still a serious threat, despite improved response
The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) warned that although the global response to the deadly H5N1 avian influenza virus has significantly improved over the past few years, the virus remains entrenched in several countries and will continue to spread.
Bird Flu :: Bird flu strain found in Germany
Bird flu virus had been discovered in the bodies of eight dead birds found in the state of Bavaria, the southern German city of Nuremberg.
Influenza :: WHO & manufacturers move ahead with plans for H5N1 influenza global vaccine stockpile
The World Health Organization (WHO) announced that it is working with vaccine manufacturers to move ahead on plans to create a global stockpile of vaccine for the H5N1 avian influenza virus.
Bird Flu :: Vietnam confirms first bird flu death since 2005
A patient suffering from bird flu died in northern Vietnam, state television announced, the first death from avian influenza in the country since 2005, bringing the number of dead to 43 as the virus continues to spread through poultry stocks.
Influenza :: WHO plans for H5N1 influenza global vaccine stockpile
The World Health Organization (WHO) announced that it is working with vaccine manufacturers to move ahead on plans to create a global stockpile of vaccine for the H5N1 avian influenza virus.
Bird Flu :: Egyptian girl dies of H5N1 bird flu virus, Egypt
A ten year old Egyptian girl, from a southern part of Egypt, contracted the deadly H5N1 avian flu virus and died on saturday.
Bird Flu :: Update on Avian Influenza H7N2 Infection, UK
The UK Health Protection Agency contributed to the public health management of the recent avian influenza incident in Wales and the north west of England by providing expert support and advice to the National Public Health Service for Wales (NPHS) and by coordinating the response within England.