Terry MabbettDr. Terry Mabbett, Potters Bar, UKFrom the Author - Page 5Avian InfluenzaEurope battens down against bird fluEuropean governments swung into action with rapid response from the affected countries and Netherlands, but a more laid back approach from others.Avian InfluenzaDoors slam on German exports after one pet goose with H5N1En-route consignments will be impounded at ports of entry and veterinary import permits have been cancelled.Avian InfluenzaH5N1 sample hoarding begins to backfire on Indonesia“We would certainly look forward to having the full sequence and antigenic analysis of these viruses as soon as possible”, said Dr Michael Perdue of the WHO.Avian InfluenzaFast forward by Malaysia on H5N1There were outbreaks in August 2004 eight months after “everyone else” and again in February and March 2006, all dealt with swiftly and efficiently.Avian InfluenzaBangladesh bird flu out of control as FAO and WHO step inGravity of the situation is clearly recognised by FAO urging Bangladesh to adopt and implement a long-term bird flu strategy without delay.HomeWorrying H5N1 signals from PakistanThere are at least 60 farms in the affected areas where full cooperation is required if disease spread is to be halted.HomeUK relief over H7N2 could be misplacedMost influenza A viruses (including H5N1) originate as “low path” strains; but all have the potential to mutate into “high path” types during course of an outbreak.HomeTimely warning for the world from H7N2Poultry farmers in countries like USA with many outbreaks of H7N2 will confirm there is no such thing as “benign” bird flu.HomeIndonesia yields to H5N1 in poultryThe Government is making efforts to educate and equip rural populations but sadly it appears not enough.HomeEgypt plays a dangerous game with H5N1Its policy of leaving the rural backyard sector to its own devices is a dangerous game.HomeBird flu starts to obey Murphy’s (Sod’s) LawIn accordance with Murphy’s (Sod’s) Law* H5N1 promptly embarked on an orgy of resurgence.HomeBird flu boost to lamb backfires on UK sheep farmersSheep farmers’ profit was poultry growers’ loss as their products took a big hit all round.Previous PagePage 5 of 10Next Page