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Multiple cases of avian flu confirmed in Devon
All birds at both premises will be humanely culled, and protection and surveillance zones of 3km and 10km have been places around each.
A second premises has been identified in Teignbridge.

A second case of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed in Tedburn St Mary, Devon on 13 April 2022.

Disease control zones have been placed around the premises, near Tedburn St Mary, Teignbridge, and all birds on the premises will be humanely culled. 

H5N1 avian influenza was first confirmed near Tedburn St Mary at a premises on 6 April 2022, and all birds have been humanely culled, with disease control zones placed around the area. 

This latest case brings the total number of confirmed H5N1 avian influenza incidents in England to 95. 

The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) is reminding owners of the importance of following strict biosecurity measures and continuing to keeping birds indoors. 

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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."