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H5N8 confirmed in south Norfolk
Defra is urging poultry keepers to be vigilant for signs of avian influenza in their flocks.
Small flock of 35 birds affected 

An outbreak of H5N8 avian influenza has been confirmed in a small flock of chickens and geese near Diss, south Norfolk.

The flock is estimated to contain around 35 birds, a number of which died and the remainder of which are being humanely culled.

A 3km protection zone and a 10km surveillance zone have been put in place around the premises to prevent the spread of disease and a full investigation is underway to determine the source.

Defra is urging poultry keepers to be vigilant for signs of avian influenza in their flocks and inform the Animal and Plant Health Agency if they have any suspicions.

A ban on poultry gatherings and a prevention zone ordering birds to be housed inside was lifted in England on 15 May, but prevention measures remain in place in targeted areas of Lancashire, Cumbria and Merseyside, following evidence of heightened risk in these areas.

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Strangles survey seeks views of horse owners

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 With Strangles Awareness Week just around the corner (5-11 May), vets are being encouraged to share a survey about the disease with their horse-owning clients.

The survey, which has been designed by Dechra, aims to raise awareness of Strangles and promote best practices to prevent its transmission. It includes questions about horse owners' experiences of strangles, together with preventative measures and vaccination.

Respondents to the survey will be entered into a prize draw to win two VIP tickets to Your Horse Live 2025. To access the survey, click here 

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Vivienne Mackinnon elected BVA Scottish Branch President

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has elected Vivienne Mackinnon as its new BVA Scottish Branch president.

Dr Mackinnon has over 30 years of experience in veterinary care, encompassing both small animal and mixed practice. She has worked in practices in Scotland, England, New Zealand and Australia, before joining APHA to work in frontline disease control.

In her speech, Dr Mackinnon reflected on the changes in Scotland's veterinary industry and highlighted her commitment to veterinary education.

Dr Mackinnon said: "I look forward to working with colleagues across the veterinary professions to improve animal health and welfare in the country and support veterinary workplaces."