Section 4. Surveillance and Reporting
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Course: | Avian Influenza Biosecurity for Youth and 4-H Members |
Book: | Section 4. Surveillance and Reporting |
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Date: | Sunday, October 13, 2024, 12:26 PM |
Description
1. Vaccination
2. Registration
3. Exhibits, Fairs, and Shows
4. Surveillance and Monitoring
5. Reporting Disease
Vaccination
Vaccination is the introduction of a weakened or killed microbe into the body in order to stimulate the immune system to produce antibodies against that microbe, in order to prevent diseases.17
Currently, there are two main types of poultry vaccines for avian influenza. However, since avian influenza is not commonly found in the U.S. and vaccination is not 100% effective, AI vaccination is generally not recommended. Practicing good biosecurity is your best approach to preventing avian influenza as well as other diseases. For additional tips visit on vaccination, visit Vaccination and Medication Programs for Small Poultry Flocks |
CDC Photo Library: Jim Gathany
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Registration
Click here to find your state's Department of Agriculture site.
Exhibits, Fairs, and Shows
Even though avian influenza can be spread from bird to bird, it is acceptable to take your birds to shows and fairs. You should choose shows and fairs that are clean, spacious, and make disease prevention a top priority. State departments of agriculture have developed requirements for exhibitors as the possibility of disease transmission increases when large number of animals gather for exhibition. Check with your state's Department of Agriculture for more information on exhibitor requirements. |
ARS: Keith Weller
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Surveillance and Monitoring
Personal Surveillance and Monitoring:10
1) Know the Signs of AI.
3) Wear gloves when handling a sick bird. The sick bird should be placed in isolation for 30 days away from other birds. 4) Contact your vet if your birds have serious signs of AI as described above. |
Photo Credit: Dr. Nathaniel Tablante
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USDA APHIS and similar government agencies work closely with international organizations to assist avian influenza affected countries with disease prevention, management, and eradication activities. By helping these countries monitor, manage, and eradicate highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 outbreaks, USDA can reduce the risk of the disease spreading from overseas to the United States.3
- USDA conducts avian influenza surveillance programs including the National Poultry Improvement Plan (NPIP) and the Smuggling Interdiction and Trade Compliance (SITC).
- The National Center of Import Export (NCIE) requires all imported live birds, except from Canada, to undergo a minimum 30 day quarantine period where they are tested for avian influenza before entering the country.
- Poultry and eggs from countries with HPAI H5N1 are not imported into the U.S.
Reporting Disease
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If you notice signs of avian influenza, call your local or state veterinarian or contact the USDA through their free hotline at 1-800-536-7593.
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A team of federal and state advisers will evaluate the situation and determine if avian influenza is present within 24 hours.3