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Bird flu fears prompt 'proactive' poultry farms order

Bird flu fears prompt 'proactive' poultry farms order

Preventative measures are set to be enforced on poultry farms to prevent the spread of a deadly strain of bird flu as more cases are detected.

Congo's Ebola outbreak surpasses 4000 cases

Congo's Ebola outbreak surpasses 4000 cases

Congo's Ebola outbreak surpasses 4000 cases

Congo's Ebola outbreak surpasses 4000 cases

Ebola cases have hit a grim milestone as Congo authorities struggle to keep pace with the fastest-spreading outbreak of the virus ever recorded.

WHO wants probe into possible Ebola mutation

WHO wants probe into possible Ebola mutation

WHO wants probe into possible Ebola mutation

WHO wants probe into possible Ebola mutation

The World Health Organisation will probe whether a mutation of the Ebola virus has occurred in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

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Fears for Australian sea lions as bird flu cases grow

Fears for Australian sea lions as bird flu cases grow

Experts are warning Australia's sea lion population could face major losses after a pup's death as cases continue to mount from a national bird flu outbreak.

'Grim news': Penguin alert as bird flu outbreak worsens

'Grim news': Penguin alert as bird flu outbreak worsens

The escalating bird flu crisis could wipe out almost half of a penguin colony in Victoria, as authorities scramble to limit the outbreak's impact on wildlife.

Perfect mix: stage set for 'maximum' bird flu damage

Perfect mix: stage set for 'maximum' bird flu damage

The concentration of a bird flu outbreak near the mouth of the Murray River is creating a perfect storm for the spread of the deadly virus, experts have warned.

Bird flu testing, as mass mortality incident detected

Bird flu testing, as mass mortality incident detected

Authorities are investigating whether more than 80 dead and sick greater crested terns found on an Australian island have bird flu.

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Endangered species at risk as bird flu spreads

Endangered species at risk as bird flu spreads

Endangered species at risk as bird flu spreads

Endangered species at risk as bird flu spreads

Conservationists hold deep concerns for the future of some of Australia's most critically endangered species after a spike in bird flu cases.

Dr Fauci faces contentious US Senate hearing on COVID

Dr Fauci faces contentious US Senate hearing on COVID

Dr Fauci faces contentious US Senate hearing on COVID

Dr Fauci faces contentious US Senate hearing on COVID

Former top US infectious disease expert Anthony Fauci pleaded the Fifth Amendment at a Senate hearing into his handling of the COVID pandemic.

'Can't stop it spreading': more bird flu cases likely

'Can't stop it spreading': more bird flu cases likely

'Can't stop it spreading': more bird flu cases likely

'Can't stop it spreading': more bird flu cases likely

The poultry industry is on alert after seven suspected bird flu cases were found in native species, potentially marking a new phase for the outbreak.

'Spreading like a wildfire': Ebola death toll hits 1400

'Spreading like a wildfire': Ebola death toll hits 1400

'Spreading like a wildfire': Ebola death toll hits 1400

'Spreading like a wildfire': Ebola death toll hits 1400

The number of Ebola cases in the in the ‌Democratic ⁠Republic of Congo is rapidly climbing as authorities battle to contain the deadly outbreak.

Hanson blasted for 'atrocious' family violence comment

Hanson blasted for 'atrocious' family violence comment

Hanson blasted for 'atrocious' family violence comment

Hanson blasted for 'atrocious' family violence comment

One Nation is seeking to tidy up after a series of controversial comments from its parliamentarians in recent days put the populist party under the spotlight.

Seabird negative for bird flu, quarantine centre grows

Seabird negative for bird flu, quarantine centre grows

Seabird negative for bird flu, quarantine centre grows

Seabird negative for bird flu, quarantine centre grows

Fears Australia's bird flu outbreak had spread to a fourth state have been allayed after a petrel suspected of carrying a deadly strain tested negative.

Death toll in DR Congo reaches 600 as Ebola spreads

Death toll in DR Congo reaches 600 as Ebola spreads

Death toll in DR Congo reaches 600 as Ebola spreads

Death toll in DR Congo reaches 600 as Ebola spreads

New suspected Ebola cases have been reported in previously unaffected parts of the Democratic Republic of Congo, according to the government.

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Precautions urged as sixth bird flu case confirmed

Australia's sixth bird flu case has been confirmed as the nation's top veterinarian issued advice to keep free-range hens housed, where practical.

Wider spread fears as bird flu emerges in third state

A deadly strain of avian flu detected for the first time in NSW has prompted authorities to ramp up surveillance and industry containment measures.

Trial for Bundibugyo Ebola treatment starts in DR Congo

Clinical testing of two antiviral therapy approaches against Ebola is beginning in the Democratic Republic of Congo, the World Health Organisation says.

Mob burns Ebola treatment centre, Congo toll hits 438

The ‌number of confirmed ‌Ebola cases ‌in the Democratic Republic of Congo ‌has ‌risen ⁠to 1406 including 438 deaths, according to the latest data.

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Fourth case of deadly flu detected in migratory seabird

CSIRO testing has confirmed a fourth case of deadly H5N1 bird flu in a giant petrel found on Western Australia's southern coast.

Bird flu strain was always expected to reach Australia

Members of the public are being urged to report birds that could be suffering from avian flu to authorities but are warned not to try to handle them.

France says doctor returned from DR Congo has Ebola

The World Health Organisation has urged calm after France reported a case of Ebola in a doctor who had ‌returned from the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Fears for poultry as second bird flu case sparks action

The poultry industry and authorities are preparing for the possible spread of a deadly avian flu strain and the impact it could have on egg and chicken prices.

Uncertainty for wildlife as killer bird flu detected

Australian wildlife is facing a new and uncertain chapter after a dangerous strain of bird flu was confirmed on the mainland.

At least 30 deaths at Congo camp show Ebola spreading

Officials warn the fact at least 30 people have died at a displacement camp in northeastern Congo suggests an Ebola outbreak may be spreading fast.

Suspected killer bird flu found on Australian mainland

A single suspected case of bird flu has triggered fears a deadly strain that has killed millions of animals worldwide has reached the Australian mainland.

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