Avian Botulism in Michigan - A General OverviewShow Full Record5279
Source:
Michigan Sea Grant
Resource Type(s):
Fact Sheets, FAQs, Issue Overviews, Presentations
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Avian botulismDiseasesEitologyGreat LakesMichiganPrevention & control
Abstract:
Hosts general information about avian botulism, how it impacts the Great Lakes ecosystem and what preventive measures citizens can take to minimize the spread of this neuromuscular disease. In addition there are links to other resources, including fact sheets, web sites, and a 2007 Great Lakes map of bird carcass counts. The Michigan Sea Grant organization, publisher of this site, works to enhance the sustainability of Michigan's coastal communities, residents, and businesses through research,...
Avian Influenza H5N1 Reported in Michigan Likely Low Path StrainShow Full Record1658
Source:
National Wildlife Health Center (U.S.)
Resource Type(s):
Newsletters/Bulletins
Searchable Keywords:
EpidemiologyInfluenza A Virus, H5N1SubtypeMichiganMute swansSurveillance (monitoring)
Abstract:
From National Wildlife Health Center (NWHC) bulletin: Routine wild bird surveillance has indicated the presence of H5N1 avian influenza in samples from two wild Mute swans in southern Michigan, according to an announcement made on August 14 by U.S. Departments of Agriculture and Interior. Preliminary testing has ruled out the possibility that this is the highly pathogenic H5N1 strain occurring in Asia, Europe, and Africa. Test results thus far indicate this is low pathogenicity avian influenza (...
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