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The Sun
08-05-2025
- Health
- The Sun
Dead pigeons: No new infectious diseases, deaths reported
PUTRAJAYA: The Department of Veterinary Services (DVS) has confirmed that no new infectious diseases have been detected and no deaths reported following the discovery of a large number of pigeon carcasses around a water fountain in Padang Ipoh, Perak recently. It said that the results of the post-mortem on the three pigeon carcasses found that they all had full stomach contents, with several significant findings, including the discolouration of the liver, the presence of blood clots in the thoracic cavity and bleeding in the trachea and lungs. 'Samples of internal organs, such as the liver, heart, kidneys, spleen, lungs, intestines and trachea have been sent for laboratory analysis. 'Preliminary test results for Avian Influenza (AI), Newcastle Disease (ND) and Adenovirus returned negative. Tests for poisoning are being carried out by the Chemistry Department to identify the actual cause of death,' it said in a statement today. The DVS said that based on the current findings, it found that infectious diseases like AI, ND and Adenovirus were not factors that caused the death of the pigeons and that a conclusion could only be made after it received the results of the poisoning tests from the Chemistry Department. 'As a precautionary measure and to protect public safety as well as the country's livestock sector from the risk of animal-borne diseases, the DVS will continue to monitor the situation at Padang Ipoh,' it added. The DVS also urged the public to immediately inform the nearest DVS or call 03-8870 2041 if they come across the carcasses of any bird or other animals that look unusual or suspicious. Recently, several video clips had gone viral on social media showing the discovery of a large number of dead pigeons around a fountain at the popular leisure area in Ipoh.
Yahoo
25-03-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
UK draws up new disease-threat watch list
The UK has a new watch list of 24 infectious diseases that could pose the greatest future threat to public health. Some are viruses with global pandemic potential - like Covid - while others are illnesses that have no existing treatments or could cause significant harm. Avian, or bird, flu is on the list, as well as mosquito-spread illnesses that may become common with rising temperatures from climate change, according to the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA). The aim is to steer scientists and investors into making new tests and vaccines or medicines in preparation. There is no ranking within the list, since threats constantly change, UKHSA chief scientific officer Prof Isabel Oliver says. And it will be updated at least once a year, to avoid a repeat of the Covid pandemic, where experts had been planning for an entirely different outbreak - influenza. "When Covid arrived, it took too long to adjust our response to a different threat, which was part of the reason we ended up in lockdown," Prof Mark Woolhouse, director of the Tackling Infections to Benefit Africa, University of Edinburgh, said. "Since the pandemic, there have been many initiatives to better understand the diversity of pandemic threats that the UK and the world may face in the coming years. "The UKHSA's pathogen prioritisation exercise is a welcome contribution to this global effort." A family of viruses called Paramyxoviridae, which includes measles, is on the list. And this was the type of pandemic threat public-health agencies around the world were most worried about, Prof Woolhouse said. A novel measles-like virus would be highly spreadable and "impossible to control by even the strictest lockdown", making it "a threat far worse than Covid." "It would also be considerably more deadly and, unlike Covid, it would be a [major] threat to children," Prof Woolhouse said. Prof Oliver said the UKHSA would consult animal-health colleagues for future updates, since many new and emerging outbreaks were zoonotic disease that jumped species to infect humans. Some bacteria also feature, including those such as gonorrohoea where resistance to existing antibiotic treatments is becoming an issue. Adenovirus Lassa fever Norovirus Mers Ebola (and similar viruses, such as Marburg) Flaviviridae (which includes dengue, Zika and hepatitis C) Hantavirus Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever Flu (non-seasonal, including avian) Nipah virus Oropouche Rift Valley fever Acute flaccid myelitis Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) Mpox Chikungunya Anthrax Q fever Enterobacteriaceae (such as E. coli and Yersinia pestis, which causes plague) Tularaemia Moraxellaceae (which cause lung, urine and bloodstream infections) Gonorrhoea Staplylococcus Group A and B Strep
Yahoo
03-03-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Midland Animal Services is urging distemper vaccines to keep dogs safe
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – In light of a recent canine distemper virus (CDV) outbreak at the Kermit Animal Shelter, Midland Animal Services is urging all pet owners to ensure their dogs are up-to-date on vaccinations. Canine distemper is a highly contagious and often fatal viral disease affecting dogs' respiratory, gastrointestinal, and nervous systems. Symptoms include nasal discharge, coughing, lethargy, and neurological signs. Proper vaccination is the most effective defense against distemper. The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) recommends the following vaccination schedule for puppies and adult dogs: Puppies (6-16 weeks): Administer at least three doses of the combination vaccine (Distemper, Adenovirus, Parvovirus) every 2-4 weeks, starting between 6 and 8 weeks of age. Adult Dogs (older than 16 weeks): Two doses of the combination vaccine, 2-4 weeks apart, followed by a booster within one year, and subsequent boosters every three years. To safeguard our community's pets, Midland Animal Services is implementing the following measures: Vaccination Clinics: Encouraging pet owners to visit their local veterinarian to ensure pets are up-to-date on vaccinations. For low-cost options, Fix West Texas offers drive-thru vaccination services from 10 a.m. to noon on March 5-7, 14-19, and 24-30. Public Education: MAS is distributing educational materials to raise awareness about the importance of vaccinations and to help pet owners recognize the early signs of distemper. Shelter Protocols: To minimize the risk of outbreaks, MAS is enhancing biosecurity measures within its facilities. Call to Action: Midland Animal Services strongly encourage all pet owners to: Review Vaccination Records: Ensure your pets are current on all vaccinations, especially the distemper vaccine. Limit Exposure: Avoid contact with unvaccinated or unknown-status dogs, particularly in communal settings. Monitor Health: Be vigilant for symptoms such as nasal discharge, coughing, or lethargy, and consult a veterinarian promptly if concerns arise. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
