Hong Kong: Imported Live Chickens Tested Positive for H7 Avian Influenza

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On December 30th, Hong Kong confirmed the presence of H7 avian influenza in live chickens imported from Mainland China and ordered the immediate closure of the city’s wholesale poultry market and the destruction of 15, 000 birds therein. The market will be closed for 21 days for decontamination. Live chicken imports from the exporting farm in China are banned for at least 21 days.

Hong Kong: Imported Live Chickens Tested Positive for H7 Avian Influenza

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