Avian Influenza, Bird Flu Guidance

The current concern about H5N1 Avian Flu and it's potential health effects and risk to humans has caused much hysterical comment in the press. These sites may assist you to form a more balanced opinion or the real risks and what you can do.

Rather than be taken in by the hype in the press about bird flu, take a look at these reputable sources and make an informed decision about real risk and actions you may need to take

Soil Association Bird Flu

The champions of organic farming have a somewhat different view than the UK government. They discuss the case for vaccination rather than mass culling

DEFRA Animal Health and Welfare Avian Flu

The UK government authority on Avian Influenza (Flu) with links to other government sites and information on the systems to be implemented in the event of a disease outbreak

Health Protection Agency

The HPA is an independent body that protects the health and well-being of the population. The Agency plays a critical role in protecting people from infectious diseases and in preventing harm when hazards involving chemicals, poisons or radiation occur.

World Health Organisation

A global view of Epidemic and Pandemic Avian influenza with reports on the situation in various countries including a cumulative number of confirmed human cases of H5N1

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