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Time of India
5 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
Gorakhpur poultry shops shut for 21 days after bird flu cases
Representative image GORAKHPUR: All poultry shops in Gorakhpur in Uttar Pradesh were asked on Saturday to shut for 21 days following detection of avian influenza strains, H5N1 and H9N2, in bird samples from five localities in the city. Samples were taken at Jhungia Bazar, Aluminium Factory area, Taramandal, Bhagat Chauraha, and Shaheed Ashfaqullah Khan Zoological Park. These were sent to the National Institute of High Security Animal Diseases (NIHSAD) at Bhopal in MP, which confirmed the presence of both strains of the virus. The chief veterinary officer (CVO) activated district-level Rapid Response Teams and set up a control room at the Sadar Veterinary Hospital to handle the outbreak. Following the confirmation, additional municipal commissioner, Nirankar Singh, said as per central govt guidelines, culling operations have begun within a 1km radius of the infected zones. All live birds within this zone will be culled and disinfection drives are underway there. The CVO appealed to the public not to heed to rumours and to cooperate with the administration. A total of 1,328 samples from Gorakhpur and 1,470 samples from the Gorakhpur-Basti division were tested during the surveillance exercise. The bird flu started from Gorakhpur zoo where four animals - a lion on April 30, leopard Mona on May 8, tigress Shakti on May 7, and a wolf - have so far succumbed to the virus. The zoo has already been shut for containment measures.
Agriland
20-05-2025
- Health
- Agriland
Single case of atypical BSE confirmed on farm in Essex
A single case of atypical Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE) has been confirmed on a farm in Essex the UK's Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) announced today (Tuesday, May 20). 'There is no risk to public health or food safety from this case and the animal, as fallen stock, was not destined to enter the food chain,' APHA and the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) stated today. According to Defra and APHA, the animal in question showed 'some clinical signs of BSE' and was humanely culled on farm and tested as part of Defra's routine surveillance programme. The last case of atypical BSE in the UK was in December 2024 in Scotland. Including this latest case, there has been a total of four cases since 2015. Defra has outlined that atypical BSE is a 'naturally occurring, non-contagious disease in cattle' which occurs spontaneously. The department also detailed that it is distinct from classical BSE which is linked to contaminated feed. The UK's chief veterinary officer (CVO), Christine Middlemiss, confirmed that the animal died on farm. She said that it had been tested as part of the UK's strict routine controls and surveillance regime. 'This is proof that our surveillance system for detecting and containing this type of disease is working,' the CVO said. Atypical BSE Atypical BSE is distinct from classical BSE and occurs at a very low level in all cattle populations. It is reported occasionally in countries with active BSE surveillance programme, according to Defra. BSE is a chronic degenerative disease affecting the central nervous system of cattle. 'It is not contagious, so it does not spread from animal to animal or between holdings,' the department has outlined. The World Organisation for Animal Health and trading partners have been informed of the atypical BSE case identified in Essex. This does not affect the UK's ability to export beef to other countries. Dr. James Cooper, deputy director of food policy at the Food Standards Agency, has also stressed today that there there are strict controls in place to protect consumers from the risk of BSE, including controls on animal feed, and removal of the parts of cattle most likely to carry BSE infectivity. 'Consumers can be reassured that these important protection measures remain in place and that Food Standards Agency official veterinarians and meat hygiene inspectors working in all abattoirs in England will continue to ensure that the safety of consumers remains the top priority,' Dr. Cooper added.
Yahoo
10-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
HARLEY-DAVIDSON® AND MOTOGP™ ANNOUNCE NEW GLOBAL RACING SERIES LAUNCHING IN 2026
New Harley-Davidson championship series will race at six MotoGP weekends, pairing one of theworld's most iconic brands with the most exciting sport on Earth. MLWAUKEE and LE MANS, FRANCE, May 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Harley-Davidson® (NYSE:HOG) and MotoGP are launching a new global racing championship featuring Harley-Davidson bagger motorcycles, debuting in 2026. The twelve-race series will race at six Grands Prix across Europe and North America, with riders battling it out on race-prepared Harley-Davidson Road Glide® motorcycles in two races per round. The machines – engineered by Harley-Davidson Factory® Racing and built for head-to-head competition – weigh approximately 280 kilograms (617 pounds) and produce over 200 horsepower and 245 Nm (180 lb-ft) of raw torque, reaching speeds over 300 kilometers per hour (186 mph). Every bike will be identical, ensuring close competition. The grid is expected to comprise six to eight teams, each fielding two riders –supported by Harley-Davidson Factory Racing. "This is a bold new step for Harley-Davidson's global racing ambitions. Harley-Davidson has been pioneering performance on and off the road since our beginnings over 120 years ago. Most recently, we've showcased performance through our racing at the MotoAmerica Mission King of the Baggers series and through performance differentiated product such as our new CVO RR motorcycle and our CVO Road Glide ST. We've seen how performance has resonated with riders and fans, and we know that they're keen for more," said Jochen Zeitz, Chairman, President and CEO, Harley-Davidson. "With this new series, we're excited to bring a new form of racing to the world stage. Not only is this a bold and new chapter for our brand, celebrating our heritage while pushing into the future, but it will add an amazing spectacle to the greatest motorcycle show in the world." "This collaboration with Harley-Davidson is an exciting opportunity for both parties," said Carmelo Ezpeleta, CEO of MotoGP rights holder Dorna Sports. "We offer a truly international platform for Harley-Davidson to expand their global reach, and Harley-Davidson is perfectly placed to join us in bringing our sport to new audiences as we team up with one of the most iconic lifestyle brands in the US. This partnership has big potential for both our strategies and will deliver a real spectacle for fans, bringing a completely new flavour to the Grand Prix weekends where the series will compete." More details, including the calendar and how fans will be able to watch and stay up to date, will be revealed soon. Those looking to join the growing field or explore sponsorship and media opportunities can contact factoryracing@ Harley-Davidson Background Harley-Davidson, Inc. is the parent company of Harley-Davidson Motor Company and Harley-Davidson Financial Services. Our vision: Building our legend and leading our industry through innovation, evolution and emotion. Our mission: More than building machines, we stand for the timeless pursuit of adventure. Freedom for the soul. Our ambition is to maintain our place as the most desirable motorcycle brand in the world. Since 1903, Harley-Davidson has defined motorcycle culture by delivering a motorcycle lifestyle with distinctive and customizable motorcycles, experiences, motorcycle accessories, riding gear and apparel. Harley-Davidson Financial Services provides financing, insurance and other programs to help get riders on the road. Harley-Davidson also has a controlling interest in LiveWire Group, Inc., the first publicly traded all-electric motorcycle company in the United States. LiveWire is the future in the making for the pursuit of urban adventure and beyond. Drawing on its DNA as an agile disruptor from the lineage of Harley-Davidson and capitalizing on a decade of learnings in the EV sector, LiveWire's ambition is to be the most desirable electric motorcycle brand in the world. Learn more at and MotoGP Background Welcome to the most exciting sport on earth. The fastest bikes. The most forward-thinking manufacturers. The world's most fearless riders. This is the hunt, and there can only be one winner. Come with us to the edge of possibility and the edge of your seat. MotoGP. Faster. Forward. Fearless. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Harley-Davidson, Inc. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
11-02-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Pharmacy Profiles achieves NCQA certification as a credentials verification organization
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Pharmacy Profiles, LLC, a leader in pharmacy personnel credentialing, is proud to announce its achievement of certification as a credentials verification organization (CVO) by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA). This certification underscores Pharmacy Profiles' commitment to the highest standards of quality and efficiency in the credentialing processes. The NCQA CVO certification is a prestigious recognition awarded to organizations that demonstrate compliance with rigorous standards in verifying the credentials of health care professionals. The certification process evaluates key aspects of credentialing, including data integrity, accuracy, and timeliness, ensuring that Pharmacy Profiles meets or exceeds industry benchmarks. Key highlights of NCQA CVO certification: Rigorous review of credentialing policies and procedures Validation of compliance with nationally recognized standards Assurance of accuracy and reliability in credential verification "We are honored to receive NCQA certification as a credentials verification organization," said Mark Pilkington, BPharm, MS, executive director of Pharmacy Profiles. "This achievement reflects our unwavering dedication to maintaining excellence in credentialing services and ensuring that pharmacist providers and organizations can rely on accurate, timely, and reliable pharmacist credential verification." NCQA is a private nonprofit organization dedicated to improving health care quality through accreditation, certification, and performance measurement. Achieving NCQA certification positions Pharmacy Profiles among a distinguished group of organizations committed to fostering trust and accountability in health care. About Pharmacy Profiles:Pharmacy Profiles, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of the American Pharmacists Association, facilitates the pharmacy personnel credentials marketplace. Pharmacy Profiles is a pharmacy personnel credentials verification organization that collects, maintains, and verifies credentials data for pharmacists. As health plans seek to address access to care challenges for members, Pharmacy Profiles facilitates pharmacist enrollment in provider networks. With a focus on accuracy, timeliness, and reliability, the organization serves practicing pharmacists, pharmacy networks, and health plans by providing verified pharmacist credentials. For more information about Pharmacy Profiles and its credentialing services, please visit View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE American Pharmacists Association
