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  • #31

    MEDIA STATEMENT 23 OCTOBER 2017

    DAFF INTERVENTIONS TO ASSIST FARMERS TO CONTAIN THE SPREAD OF
    HPAI


    Since the first case of HPAI was confirmed in a broiler breeder operation near
    Villiers, Mpumalanga in June 2017, a number of other poultry and ostrich operations,
    as well as wild bird species, hobby birds and backyard chickens have subsequently
    been infected with HPAI.

    To date, a total of ninety two (92) locations have been identified that tested positive
    for HPAI H5N8, and reported to the World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE).
    Mpumalanga province has reported a total of 11 outbreaks, Gauteng 13, North West
    2, Free State 2, Kwa-Zulu Natal 1; Eastern Cape 2 and 61 in the Western Cape. The
    affected birds are divided into distinct categories ? commercial poultry, backyard
    poultry, ostriches, hobby birds and wild birds.

    Two out of the nine provinces, Limpopo and the Northern Cape Province, have not
    been affected by HPAI H5N8. The largest numbers of HPAI H5N8 outbreaks are on
    commercial farms and the highest numbers of wild bird outbreaks have been
    reported in the Western Cape Province.

    The Department of Agriculture, Forestry & Fisheries (DAFF) has been working very
    closely with several role players on critical issues related to the control of the
    outbreak of HPAI in South Africa; to find the best means to protect consumers and
    support poultry farmers.

    Quarantine, culling and safe disposal of infected chickens and other poultry as soon
    as possible after detection of infection, is the most effective way to eradicate and to
    stop the spread of disease. The movement of live commercial chickens from HPAI
    affected properties is not allowed and this is controlled and enforced by the
    Provincial Veterinary Services. This has been effective in preventing the spread of
    the disease directly from one HPAI affected property to another. To date, none of the
    outbreaks could be directly linked to the movement of live birds from an affected
    farm.

    A system was introduced to allow for movement of healthy live chickens for purposes
    other than for slaughter. Provincial Veterinary Services issued health attestations for
    small scale farmers and distributors of live chickens and the Poultry Disease
    Management Agency (PDMA) was authorised by DAFF to register and keep records
    of all parties selling and buying live chickens. This has so far been effective to
    prevent the spread of the disease to small scale farmers and backyard breeders on a
    large scale.

    The issue of vaccination against HPAI has been discussed with various
    stakeholders, including the commercial poultry industry. Currently DAFF in
    collaboration with the poultry industry, is investigating how a vaccination strategy
    could be incorporated as a control measure for specific groups of birds on farms that
    will be able to implement the necessary safety measures and testing schedule.
    Inputs of vaccine manufacturers and international experts have been taken into
    account. This measure might decrease the effects of the HPAI outbreak on the short
    term but might have a negative effect on trade. An exit strategy to withdraw
    vaccination once the threat of HPAI is passed is also under discussion.
    Discussions on how to safeguard rare and endangered birds in zoos were held with
    organisation representing these valuable bird collections. A protocol is currently been
    finalised for exemption of culling of these birds and a vaccine strategy to protect the
    birds from dying.

    DAFF is also working closely with the industry to promote ongoing food security
    through the importation of fertile broiler hatching eggs, thereby addressing the
    shortage in the market, while at the same time ensuring that such imports are
    allowed in a safe manner so as not to jeopardise the health status of our national
    poultry flock. The Department and Industry task team has finalised the protocol and
    this will then be negotiated with trade partners who are already trading with South
    Africa and recognised as Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza free.
    ...

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    "Safety and security don't just happen, they are the result of collective consensus and public investment. We owe our children, the most vulnerable citizens in our society, a life free of violence and fear."
    -Nelson Mandela

    Comment


    • #32
      Highly pathogenic influenza A viruses (infection with) (non-poultry including wild birds),
      South Africa
      Information received on 31/10/2017 from Dr Bothle Michael Modisane, Chief Director , Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Animal Production and Health, PRETORIA, South Africa
      Summary
      Report type Follow-up report No. 11
      Date of start of the event 30/06/2017
      Date of confirmation of the event 30/06/2017
      Report date 30/10/2017
      Date submitted to OIE 31/10/2017
      Reason for notification New strain of a listed disease in the country
      Causal agent Highly pathogenic influenza A virus
      Serotype H5N8
      Nature of diagnosis Clinical, Laboratory (advanced)
      This event pertains to a defined zone within the country
      Related reports Immediate notification (24/07/2017)
      Follow-up report No. 1 (15/08/2017)
      Follow-up report No. 2 (22/08/2017)
      Follow-up report No. 3 (31/08/2017)
      Follow-up report No. 4 (05/09/2017)
      Follow-up report No. 5 (08/09/2017)
      Follow-up report No. 6 (15/09/2017)
      Follow-up report No. 7 (22/09/2017)
      Follow-up report No. 8 (29/09/2017)
      Follow-up report No. 9 (06/10/2017)
      Follow-up report No. 10 (17/10/2017)
      Follow-up report No. 11 (30/10/2017)
      New outbreaks (2)
      Outbreak 1 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_094) HPAI_H5N8_2017_094, Mogale City, GAUTENG
      Date of start of the outbreak 03/10/2017
      Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
      Epidemiological unit Zoo
      Affected animals
      Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
      Birds 1 1 0 0
      Affected population Swan
      Outbreak 2 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_096) HPAI_H5N8_2017_096, City of Cape Town, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
      Date of start of the outbreak 14/10/2017
      Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
      Epidemiological unit Backyard
      Affected animals
      Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
      Birds 45 22 22 0 0
      Affected population Hobby domestic geese
      Summary of outbreaks Total outbreaks: 2
      Total animals affected
      Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
      Birds 45 23 23 0 0
      Outbreak statistics
      Species Apparent morbidity rate Apparent mortality rate Apparent case fatality rate Proportion susceptible animals lost*
      Birds ** ** 100.00% **
      *Removed from the susceptible population through death, destruction and/or slaughter
      **Not calculated because of missing information
      Epidemiology
      Source of the outbreak(s) or origin of infection
      • Unknown or inconclusive
      Control measures
      Measures applied
      • Screening
      • Vaccination prohibited
      • No treatment of affected animals
      Measures to be applied
      • No other measures
      Future Reporting
      The event is continuing. Weekly follow-up reports will be submitted.
      ...




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      Highly pathogenic avian influenza,
      South Africa
      Information received on 31/10/2017 from Dr Bothle Michael Modisane, Chief Director , Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Animal Production and Health, PRETORIA, South Africa
      Summary
      Report type Follow-up report No. 17
      Date of start of the event 19/06/2017
      Date of confirmation of the event 22/06/2017
      Report date 30/10/2017
      Date submitted to OIE 31/10/2017
      Reason for notification New strain of a listed disease in the country
      Causal agent Highly pathogenic avian influenza virus
      Serotype H5N8
      Nature of diagnosis Clinical, Laboratory (advanced)
      This event pertains to a defined zone within the country
      Related reports Immediate notification (22/06/2017)
      Follow-up report No. 1 (26/06/2017)
      Follow-up report No. 2 (10/07/2017)
      Follow-up report No. 3 (31/07/2017)
      Follow-up report No. 4 (03/08/2017)
      Follow-up report No. 5 (07/08/2017)
      Follow-up report No. 6 (11/08/2017)
      Follow-up report No. 7 (22/08/2017)
      Follow-up report No. 8 (25/08/2017)
      Follow-up report No. 9 (31/08/2017)
      Follow-up report No. 10 (05/09/2017)
      Follow-up report No. 11 (08/09/2017)
      Follow-up report No. 12 (15/09/2017)
      Follow-up report No. 13 (22/09/2017)
      Follow-up report No. 14 (29/09/2017)
      Follow-up report No. 15 (06/10/2017)
      Follow-up report No. 16 (17/10/2017)
      Follow-up report No. 17 (30/10/2017)
      New outbreaks (2)
      Outbreak 1 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_093) HPAI_H5N8_2017_093, Oudtshoorn, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
      Date of start of the outbreak 26/09/2017
      Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
      Epidemiological unit Farm
      Affected animals
      Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
      Birds 580 14 0 0 0
      Affected population Commercial ostriches
      Outbreak 2 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_095) HPAI_H5N8_2017_095, Drakenstein, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
      Date of start of the outbreak 18/10/2017
      Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
      Epidemiological unit Farm
      Affected animals
      Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
      Birds 28043 200 200 1973 0
      Summary of outbreaks Total outbreaks: 2
      Total animals affected
      Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
      Birds 28623 214 200 1973 0
      Outbreak statistics
      Species Apparent morbidity rate Apparent mortality rate Apparent case fatality rate Proportion susceptible animals lost*
      Birds 0.75% 0.70% 93.46% 7.59%
      *Removed from the susceptible population through death, destruction and/or slaughter
      Epidemiology
      Source of the outbreak(s) or origin of infection
      • Unknown or inconclusive
      Epidemiological comments Coordinates modified to protect confidentiality as required by South African Legislation.
      Control measures
      Measures applied
      • Surveillance within containment and/or protection zone
      • Traceability
      • Quarantine
      • Vaccination prohibited
      • No treatment of affected animals
      Measures to be applied
      • Official destruction of animal products
      • Official disposal of carcasses, by-products and waste
      • Stamping out
      • Disinfection
      Future Reporting
      The event is continuing. Weekly follow-up reports will be submitted.
      ...

      "Safety and security don't just happen, they are the result of collective consensus and public investment. We owe our children, the most vulnerable citizens in our society, a life free of violence and fear."
      -Nelson Mandela

      Comment


      • #33
        Highly pathogenic influenza A viruses (infection with) (non-poultry including wild birds),
        South Africa
        Information received on 14/11/2017 from Dr Bothle Michael Modisane, Chief Director , Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Animal Production and Health, PRETORIA, South Africa
        Summary
        Report type Follow-up report No. 12
        Date of start of the event 30/06/2017
        Date of confirmation of the event 30/06/2017
        Report date 13/11/2017
        Date submitted to OIE 14/11/2017
        Reason for notification New strain of a listed disease in the country
        Causal agent Highly pathogenic influenza A virus
        Serotype H5N8
        Nature of diagnosis Clinical, Laboratory (advanced)
        This event pertains to a defined zone within the country
        Related reports Immediate notification (24/07/2017)
        Follow-up report No. 1 (15/08/2017)
        Follow-up report No. 2 (22/08/2017)
        Follow-up report No. 3 (31/08/2017)
        Follow-up report No. 4 (05/09/2017)
        Follow-up report No. 5 (08/09/2017)
        Follow-up report No. 6 (15/09/2017)
        Follow-up report No. 7 (22/09/2017)
        Follow-up report No. 8 (29/09/2017)
        Follow-up report No. 9 (06/10/2017)
        Follow-up report No. 10 (17/10/2017)
        Follow-up report No. 11 (30/10/2017)
        Follow-up report No. 12 (13/11/2017)
        New outbreaks (2)
        Outbreak 1 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_099) HPAI_H5N8_2017_099, City of Cape Town, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
        Date of start of the outbreak 23/10/2017
        Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
        Epidemiological unit Other
        Affected animals
        Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
        Egyptian Goose:Alopochen aegyptiaca(Anatidae) 1 1 0 0
        Outbreak 2 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_100) HPAI_H5N8_2017_100, Drakenstein, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
        Date of start of the outbreak 31/10/2017
        Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
        Epidemiological unit Backyard
        Affected animals
        Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
        Birds 37 24 24 0 0
        Affected population Hobby chickens
        Summary of outbreaks Total outbreaks: 2
        Total animals affected
        Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
        Egyptian Goose:Alopochen aegyptiaca(Anatidae) 1 1 0 0
        Birds 37 24 24 0 0
        Outbreak statistics
        Species Apparent morbidity rate Apparent mortality rate Apparent case fatality rate Proportion susceptible animals lost*
        Egyptian Goose:Alopochen aegyptiaca(Anatidae) ** ** 100.00% **
        Birds 64.86% 64.86% 100.00% 64.86%
        *Removed from the susceptible population through death, destruction and/or slaughter
        **Not calculated because of missing information
        Epidemiology
        Source of the outbreak(s) or origin of infection
        • Unknown or inconclusive
        Control measures
        Measures applied
        • Screening
        • Vaccination prohibited
        • No treatment of affected animals
        Measures to be applied
        • No other measures
        Future Reporting
        The event is continuing. Weekly follow-up reports will be submitted.
        ...
        "Safety and security don't just happen, they are the result of collective consensus and public investment. We owe our children, the most vulnerable citizens in our society, a life free of violence and fear."
        -Nelson Mandela

        Comment


        • #34
          Highly pathogenic avian influenza,
          South Africa
          Information received on 14/11/2017 from Dr Bothle Michael Modisane, Chief Director , Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Animal Production and Health, PRETORIA, South Africa
          Summary
          Report type Follow-up report No. 18
          Date of start of the event 19/06/2017
          Date of confirmation of the event 22/06/2017
          Report date 13/11/2017
          Date submitted to OIE 14/11/2017
          Reason for notification New strain of a listed disease in the country
          Causal agent Highly pathogenic avian influenza virus
          Serotype H5N8
          Nature of diagnosis Clinical, Laboratory (advanced)
          This event pertains to a defined zone within the country
          Related reports Immediate notification (22/06/2017)
          Follow-up report No. 1 (26/06/2017)
          Follow-up report No. 2 (10/07/2017)
          Follow-up report No. 3 (31/07/2017)
          Follow-up report No. 4 (03/08/2017)
          Follow-up report No. 5 (07/08/2017)
          Follow-up report No. 6 (11/08/2017)
          Follow-up report No. 7 (22/08/2017)
          Follow-up report No. 8 (25/08/2017)
          Follow-up report No. 9 (31/08/2017)
          Follow-up report No. 10 (05/09/2017)
          Follow-up report No. 11 (08/09/2017)
          Follow-up report No. 12 (15/09/2017)
          Follow-up report No. 13 (22/09/2017)
          Follow-up report No. 14 (29/09/2017)
          Follow-up report No. 15 (06/10/2017)
          Follow-up report No. 16 (17/10/2017)
          Follow-up report No. 17 (30/10/2017)
          Follow-up report No. 18 (13/11/2017)
          New outbreaks (2)
          Outbreak 1 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_097) HPAI_H5N8_2017_097, Hessequa, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
          Date of start of the outbreak 15/08/2017
          Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
          Epidemiological unit Farm
          Affected animals
          Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
          Birds 1013 27 0 0 0
          Affected population Commercial ostriches
          Outbreak 2 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_098) HPAI_H5N8_2017_098, Mossel Bay, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
          Date of start of the outbreak 26/09/2017
          Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
          Epidemiological unit Farm
          Affected animals
          Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
          Birds 720 12 0 0 0
          Affected population Commercial ostriches
          Summary of outbreaks Total outbreaks: 2
          Total animals affected
          Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
          Birds 1733 39 0 0 0
          Outbreak statistics
          Species Apparent morbidity rate Apparent mortality rate Apparent case fatality rate Proportion susceptible animals lost*
          Birds 2.25% 0.00% 0.00% 0.00%
          *Removed from the susceptible population through death, destruction and/or slaughter
          Epidemiology
          Source of the outbreak(s) or origin of infection
          • Unknown or inconclusive
          Epidemiological comments Coordinates modified to protect confidentiality as required by South African Legislation.
          Control measures
          Measures applied
          • Surveillance within containment and/or protection zone
          • Traceability
          • Quarantine
          • Vaccination prohibited
          • No treatment of affected animals
          Measures to be applied
          • Official destruction of animal products
          • Official disposal of carcasses, by-products and waste
          • Stamping out
          • Disinfection
          Future Reporting
          The event is continuing. Weekly follow-up reports will be submitted.
          ...
          "Safety and security don't just happen, they are the result of collective consensus and public investment. We owe our children, the most vulnerable citizens in our society, a life free of violence and fear."
          -Nelson Mandela

          Comment


          • #35
            Highly pathogenic avian influenza,
            South Africa
            Information received on 08/12/2017 from Dr Bothle Michael Modisane, Chief Director , Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Animal Production and Health, PRETORIA, South Africa
            Summary
            Report type Follow-up report No. 20
            Date of start of the event 19/06/2017
            Date of confirmation of the event 22/06/2017
            Report date 08/12/2017
            Date submitted to OIE 08/12/2017
            Reason for notification New strain of a listed disease in the country
            Causal agent Highly pathogenic avian influenza virus
            Serotype H5N8
            Nature of diagnosis Clinical, Laboratory (advanced)
            This event pertains to a defined zone within the country
            Related reports Immediate notification (22/06/2017)
            Follow-up report No. 1 (26/06/2017)
            Follow-up report No. 2 (10/07/2017)
            Follow-up report No. 3 (31/07/2017)
            Follow-up report No. 4 (03/08/2017)
            Follow-up report No. 5 (07/08/2017)
            Follow-up report No. 6 (11/08/2017)
            Follow-up report No. 7 (22/08/2017)
            Follow-up report No. 8 (25/08/2017)
            Follow-up report No. 9 (31/08/2017)
            Follow-up report No. 10 (05/09/2017)
            Follow-up report No. 11 (08/09/2017)
            Follow-up report No. 12 (15/09/2017)
            Follow-up report No. 13 (22/09/2017)
            Follow-up report No. 14 (29/09/2017)
            Follow-up report No. 15 (06/10/2017)
            Follow-up report No. 16 (17/10/2017)
            Follow-up report No. 17 (30/10/2017)
            Follow-up report No. 18 (13/11/2017)
            Follow-up report No. 19 (28/11/2017)
            Follow-up report No. 20 (08/12/2017)
            New outbreaks (1)
            Outbreak 1 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_106) HPAI_H5N8_2017_106, Oudtshoorn, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
            Date of start of the outbreak 11/10/2017
            Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
            Epidemiological unit Farm
            Affected animals
            Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
            Birds 1878 2 0 0 0
            Affected population Commercial ostriches
            Summary of outbreaks Total outbreaks: 1
            Total animals affected
            Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
            Birds 1878 2 0 0 0
            Outbreak statistics
            Species Apparent morbidity rate Apparent mortality rate Apparent case fatality rate Proportion susceptible animals lost*
            Birds 0.11% 0.00% 0.00% 0.00%
            *Removed from the susceptible population through death, destruction and/or slaughter
            Epidemiology
            Source of the outbreak(s) or origin of infection
            • Unknown or inconclusive
            Epidemiological comments Coordinates modified to protect confidentiality as required by South African Legislation.
            Control measures
            Measures applied
            • Surveillance within containment and/or protection zone
            • Traceability
            • Quarantine
            • Vaccination prohibited
            • No treatment of affected animals
            Measures to be applied
            • Official destruction of animal products
            • Official disposal of carcasses, by-products and waste
            • Stamping out
            • Disinfection
            Future Reporting
            The event is continuing. Weekly follow-up reports will be submitted.
            ...
            "Safety and security don't just happen, they are the result of collective consensus and public investment. We owe our children, the most vulnerable citizens in our society, a life free of violence and fear."
            -Nelson Mandela

            Comment


            • #36
              Highly pathogenic influenza A viruses (infection with) (non-poultry including wild birds),
              South Africa
              Information received on 08/01/2018 from Dr Bothle Michael Modisane, Chief Director , Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Animal Production and Health, PRETORIA, South Africa
              Summary
              Report type Follow-up report No. 14
              Date of start of the event 30/06/2017
              Date of confirmation of the event 30/06/2017
              Report date 08/01/2018
              Date submitted to OIE 08/01/2018
              Reason for notification New strain of a listed disease in the country
              Causal agent Highly pathogenic influenza A virus
              Serotype H5N8
              Nature of diagnosis Clinical, Laboratory (advanced)
              This event pertains to a defined zone within the country
              Related reports Immediate notification (24/07/2017)
              Follow-up report No. 1 (15/08/2017)
              Follow-up report No. 2 (22/08/2017)
              Follow-up report No. 3 (31/08/2017)
              Follow-up report No. 4 (05/09/2017)
              Follow-up report No. 5 (08/09/2017)
              Follow-up report No. 6 (15/09/2017)
              Follow-up report No. 7 (22/09/2017)
              Follow-up report No. 8 (29/09/2017)
              Follow-up report No. 9 (06/10/2017)
              Follow-up report No. 10 (17/10/2017)
              Follow-up report No. 11 (30/10/2017)
              Follow-up report No. 12 (13/11/2017)
              Follow-up report No. 13 (29/11/2017)
              Follow-up report No. 14 (08/01/2018)
              New outbreaks (1)
              Outbreak 1 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_108) HPAI_H5N8_2017_108, City of Cape Town, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
              Date of start of the outbreak 20/12/2017
              Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
              Epidemiological unit Other
              Affected animals
              Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
              Swift tern:Thalasseus bergii(Laridae) 1 1 0 0
              Summary of outbreaks Total outbreaks: 1
              Total animals affected
              Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
              Swift tern:Thalasseus bergii(Laridae) 1 1 0 0
              Outbreak statistics
              Species Apparent morbidity rate Apparent mortality rate Apparent case fatality rate Proportion susceptible animals lost*
              Swift tern:Thalasseus bergii(Laridae) ** ** 100.00% **
              *Removed from the susceptible population through death, destruction and/or slaughter
              **Not calculated because of missing information
              Epidemiology
              Source of the outbreak(s) or origin of infection
              • Unknown or inconclusive
              Control measures
              Measures applied
              • Screening
              • Vaccination prohibited
              • No treatment of affected animals
              Measures to be applied
              • No other measures
              Future Reporting
              The event is continuing. Weekly follow-up reports will be submitted.
              ...
              "Safety and security don't just happen, they are the result of collective consensus and public investment. We owe our children, the most vulnerable citizens in our society, a life free of violence and fear."
              -Nelson Mandela

              Comment


              • #37
                Highly pathogenic avian influenza,
                South Africa
                Information received on 09/01/2018 from Dr Bothle Michael Modisane, Chief Director , Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Animal Production and Health, PRETORIA, South Africa
                Summary
                Report type Follow-up report No. 22
                Date of start of the event 19/06/2017
                Date of confirmation of the event 22/06/2017
                Report date 09/01/2018
                Date submitted to OIE 09/01/2018
                Reason for notification New strain of a listed disease in the country
                Causal agent Highly pathogenic avian influenza virus
                Serotype H5N8
                Nature of diagnosis Clinical, Laboratory (advanced)
                This event pertains to a defined zone within the country
                Related reports Immediate notification (22/06/2017)
                Follow-up report No. 1 (26/06/2017)
                Follow-up report No. 2 (10/07/2017)
                Follow-up report No. 3 (31/07/2017)
                Follow-up report No. 4 (03/08/2017)
                Follow-up report No. 5 (07/08/2017)
                Follow-up report No. 6 (11/08/2017)
                Follow-up report No. 7 (22/08/2017)
                Follow-up report No. 8 (25/08/2017)
                Follow-up report No. 9 (31/08/2017)
                Follow-up report No. 10 (05/09/2017)
                Follow-up report No. 11 (08/09/2017)
                Follow-up report No. 12 (15/09/2017)
                Follow-up report No. 13 (22/09/2017)
                Follow-up report No. 14 (29/09/2017)
                Follow-up report No. 15 (06/10/2017)
                Follow-up report No. 16 (17/10/2017)
                Follow-up report No. 17 (30/10/2017)
                Follow-up report No. 18 (13/11/2017)
                Follow-up report No. 19 (28/11/2017)
                Follow-up report No. 20 (08/12/2017)
                Follow-up report No. 21 (15/12/2017)
                Follow-up report No. 22 (09/01/2018)
                New outbreaks (12)
                Outbreak 1 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_114) HPAI_H5N8_2017_114, Oudtshoorn, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                Date of start of the outbreak 02/08/2017
                Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                Epidemiological unit Farm
                Affected animals
                Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                Birds 2047 2 0 0 0
                Affected population Commercial ostriches
                Outbreak 2 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_120) HPAI_H5N8_2017_120, Hessequa, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                Date of start of the outbreak 05/09/2017
                Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                Epidemiological unit Farm
                Affected animals
                Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                Birds 1706 3 0 0 0
                Affected population Commercial ostriches
                Outbreak 3 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_113) HPAI_H5N8_2017_113, Oudtshoorn, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                Date of start of the outbreak 08/09/2017
                Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                Epidemiological unit Farm
                Affected animals
                Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                Birds 2433 3 0 0 0
                Affected population Commercial ostriches
                Outbreak 4 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_110) HPAI_H5N8_2017_110, Oudtshoorn, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                Date of start of the outbreak 16/10/2017
                Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                Epidemiological unit Farm
                Affected animals
                Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                Birds 556 39 0 0 0
                Affected population Commercial ostriches
                Outbreak 5 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_118) HPAI_H5N8_2017_118, Swellendam, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                Date of start of the outbreak 25/10/2017
                Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                Epidemiological unit Farm
                Affected animals
                Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                Birds 576 4 0 0 0
                Affected population Commercial ostriches
                Outbreak 6 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_111) HPAI_H5N8_2017_111, Oudtshoorn, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                Date of start of the outbreak 26/10/2017
                Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                Epidemiological unit Farm
                Affected animals
                Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                Birds 745 11 0 0 0
                Affected population Commercial ostriches
                Outbreak 7 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_112) HPAI_H5N8_2017_112, Hessequa, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                Date of start of the outbreak 07/11/2017
                Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                Epidemiological unit Farm
                Affected animals
                Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                Birds 287 1 0 0 0
                Affected population Commercial ostriches
                Outbreak 8 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_117) HPAI_H5N8_2017_117, Hessequa, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                Date of start of the outbreak 13/11/2017
                Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                Epidemiological unit Farm
                Affected animals
                Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                Birds 261 3 0 0 0
                Affected population Commercial ostriches
                Outbreak 9 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_109) HPAI_H5N8_2017_109, Dr Beyers Naude, EASTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                Date of start of the outbreak 22/11/2017
                Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                Epidemiological unit Farm
                Affected animals
                Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                Birds 468 18 0 0 0
                Affected population Commercial ostriches
                Outbreak 10 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_119) HPAI_H5N8_2017_119, Hessequa, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                Date of start of the outbreak 23/11/2017
                Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                Epidemiological unit Farm
                Affected animals
                Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                Birds 1981 12 0 0 0
                Affected population Commercial ostriches
                Outbreak 11 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_121) HPAI_H5N8_2017_121, Oudtshoorn, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                Date of start of the outbreak 28/11/2017
                Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                Epidemiological unit Farm
                Affected animals
                Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                Birds 1004 64 0 0 0
                Affected population Commercial ostriches
                Outbreak 12 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_116) HPAI_H5N8_2017_116, Witzenberg, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                Date of start of the outbreak 04/12/2017
                Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                Epidemiological unit Farm
                Affected animals
                Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                Birds 5253 30 0 0 0
                Affected population Commercial ostriches
                Summary of outbreaks Total outbreaks: 12
                Total animals affected
                Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                Birds 17317 190 0 0 0
                Outbreak statistics
                Species Apparent morbidity rate Apparent mortality rate Apparent case fatality rate Proportion susceptible animals lost*
                Birds 1.10% 0.00% 0.00% 0.00%
                *Removed from the susceptible population through death, destruction and/or slaughter
                Epidemiology
                Source of the outbreak(s) or origin of infection
                • Unknown or inconclusive
                Epidemiological comments Coordinates modified to protect confidentiality as required by South African Legislation.
                Control measures
                Measures applied
                • Surveillance within containment and/or protection zone
                • Traceability
                • Quarantine
                • Vaccination prohibited
                • No treatment of affected animals
                Measures to be applied
                • Official destruction of animal products
                • Official disposal of carcasses, by-products and waste
                • Stamping out
                • Disinfection
                Future Reporting
                The event is continuing. Weekly follow-up reports will be submitted.
                ...
                "Safety and security don't just happen, they are the result of collective consensus and public investment. We owe our children, the most vulnerable citizens in our society, a life free of violence and fear."
                -Nelson Mandela

                Comment


                • #38
                  Highly pathogenic avian influenza,
                  South Africa
                  Information received on 23/01/2018 from Dr Bothle Michael Modisane, Chief Director , Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Animal Production and Health, PRETORIA, South Africa
                  Summary
                  Report type Follow-up report No. 23
                  Date of start of the event 19/06/2017
                  Date of confirmation of the event 22/06/2017
                  Report date 22/01/2018
                  Date submitted to OIE 23/01/2018
                  Reason for notification New strain of a listed disease in the country
                  Causal agent Highly pathogenic avian influenza virus
                  Serotype H5N8
                  Nature of diagnosis Clinical, Laboratory (advanced)
                  This event pertains to a defined zone within the country
                  Related reports Immediate notification (22/06/2017)
                  Follow-up report No. 1 (26/06/2017)
                  Follow-up report No. 2 (10/07/2017)
                  Follow-up report No. 3 (31/07/2017)
                  Follow-up report No. 4 (03/08/2017)
                  Follow-up report No. 5 (07/08/2017)
                  Follow-up report No. 6 (11/08/2017)
                  Follow-up report No. 7 (22/08/2017)
                  Follow-up report No. 8 (25/08/2017)
                  Follow-up report No. 9 (31/08/2017)
                  Follow-up report No. 10 (05/09/2017)
                  Follow-up report No. 11 (08/09/2017)
                  Follow-up report No. 12 (15/09/2017)
                  Follow-up report No. 13 (22/09/2017)
                  Follow-up report No. 14 (29/09/2017)
                  Follow-up report No. 15 (06/10/2017)
                  Follow-up report No. 16 (17/10/2017)
                  Follow-up report No. 17 (30/10/2017)
                  Follow-up report No. 18 (13/11/2017)
                  Follow-up report No. 19 (28/11/2017)
                  Follow-up report No. 20 (08/12/2017)
                  Follow-up report No. 21 (15/12/2017)
                  Follow-up report No. 22 (09/01/2018)
                  Follow-up report No. 23 (22/01/2018)
                  New outbreaks (2)
                  Outbreak 1 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_123) HPAI_H5N8_2017_123, Hessequa, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                  Date of start of the outbreak 27/09/2017
                  Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                  Epidemiological unit Farm
                  Affected animals
                  Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                  Birds 436 1 0 0 0
                  Affected population Commercial ostriches
                  Outbreak 2 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_122) HPAI_H5N8_2017_122, Swartland, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                  Date of start of the outbreak 17/11/2017
                  Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                  Epidemiological unit Farm
                  Affected animals
                  Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                  Birds 1775 5 0 0 0
                  Affected population Commercial ostriches
                  Summary of outbreaks Total outbreaks: 2
                  Total animals affected
                  Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                  Birds 2211 6 0 0 0
                  Outbreak statistics
                  Species Apparent morbidity rate Apparent mortality rate Apparent case fatality rate Proportion susceptible animals lost*
                  Birds 0.27% 0.00% 0.00% 0.00%
                  *Removed from the susceptible population through death, destruction and/or slaughter
                  Epidemiology
                  Source of the outbreak(s) or origin of infection
                  • Unknown or inconclusive
                  Epidemiological comments Coordinates modified to protect confidentiality as required by South African Legislation.
                  Control measures
                  Measures applied
                  • Surveillance within containment and/or protection zone
                  • Traceability
                  • Quarantine
                  • Vaccination prohibited
                  • No treatment of affected animals
                  Measures to be applied
                  • Official destruction of animal products
                  • Official disposal of carcasses, by-products and waste
                  • Stamping out
                  • Disinfection
                  Future Reporting
                  The event is continuing. Weekly follow-up reports will be submitted.
                  ...
                  "Safety and security don't just happen, they are the result of collective consensus and public investment. We owe our children, the most vulnerable citizens in our society, a life free of violence and fear."
                  -Nelson Mandela

                  Comment


                  • #39
                    Highly pathogenic influenza A viruses (infection with) (non-poultry including wild birds),
                    South Africa
                    Information received on 23/01/2018 from Dr Bothle Michael Modisane, Chief Director , Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Animal Production and Health, PRETORIA, South Africa
                    Summary
                    Report type Follow-up report No. 15
                    Date of start of the event 30/06/2017
                    Date of confirmation of the event 30/06/2017
                    Report date 22/01/2018
                    Date submitted to OIE 23/01/2018
                    Reason for notification New strain of a listed disease in the country
                    Causal agent Highly pathogenic influenza A virus
                    Serotype H5N8
                    Nature of diagnosis Clinical, Laboratory (advanced)
                    This event pertains to a defined zone within the country
                    Related reports Immediate notification (24/07/2017)
                    Follow-up report No. 1 (15/08/2017)
                    Follow-up report No. 2 (22/08/2017)
                    Follow-up report No. 3 (31/08/2017)
                    Follow-up report No. 4 (05/09/2017)
                    Follow-up report No. 5 (08/09/2017)
                    Follow-up report No. 6 (15/09/2017)
                    Follow-up report No. 7 (22/09/2017)
                    Follow-up report No. 8 (29/09/2017)
                    Follow-up report No. 9 (06/10/2017)
                    Follow-up report No. 10 (17/10/2017)
                    Follow-up report No. 11 (30/10/2017)
                    Follow-up report No. 12 (13/11/2017)
                    Follow-up report No. 13 (29/11/2017)
                    Follow-up report No. 14 (08/01/2018)
                    Follow-up report No. 15 (22/01/2018)
                    New outbreaks (4)
                    Outbreak 1 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_115) HPAI_H5N8_2017_115, City of Cape Town, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                    Date of start of the outbreak 26/12/2017
                    Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                    Epidemiological unit Other
                    Affected animals
                    Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                    Swift tern:Thalasseus bergii(Laridae) 1 1 0 0
                    Outbreak 2 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_124) HPAI_H5N8_2017_124, City of Cape Town, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                    Date of start of the outbreak 27/12/2017
                    Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                    Epidemiological unit Other
                    Affected animals
                    Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                    Swift tern:Thalasseus bergii(Laridae) 1 1 0 0
                    Outbreak 3 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_125) HPAI_H5N8_2017_125, City of Cape Town, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                    Date of start of the outbreak 30/12/2017
                    Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                    Epidemiological unit Other
                    Affected animals
                    Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                    Swift tern:Thalasseus bergii(Laridae) 1 1 0 0
                    Outbreak 4 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_126) HPAI_H5N8_2017_126, City of Cape Town, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                    Date of start of the outbreak 30/12/2017
                    Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                    Epidemiological unit Other
                    Affected animals
                    Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                    Swift tern:Thalasseus bergii(Laridae) 1 1 0 0
                    Summary of outbreaks Total outbreaks: 4
                    Total animals affected
                    Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                    Swift tern:Thalasseus bergii(Laridae) 4 4 0 0
                    Outbreak statistics
                    Species Apparent morbidity rate Apparent mortality rate Apparent case fatality rate Proportion susceptible animals lost*
                    Swift tern:Thalasseus bergii(Laridae) ** ** 100.00% **
                    *Removed from the susceptible population through death, destruction and/or slaughter
                    **Not calculated because of missing information
                    Epidemiology
                    Source of the outbreak(s) or origin of infection
                    • Unknown or inconclusive
                    Control measures
                    Measures applied
                    • Screening
                    • Vaccination prohibited
                    • No treatment of affected animals
                    Measures to be applied
                    • No other measures
                    Future Reporting
                    The event is continuing. Weekly follow-up reports will be submitted.
                    ...
                    "Safety and security don't just happen, they are the result of collective consensus and public investment. We owe our children, the most vulnerable citizens in our society, a life free of violence and fear."
                    -Nelson Mandela

                    Comment


                    • #40
                      Highly pathogenic influenza A viruses (infection with) (non-poultry including wild birds),
                      South Africa
                      Information received on 02/02/2018 from Dr Bothle Michael Modisane, Chief Director , Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Animal Production and Health, PRETORIA, South Africa
                      Summary
                      Report type Follow-up report No. 16
                      Date of start of the event 30/06/2017
                      Date of confirmation of the event 30/06/2017
                      Report date 02/02/2018
                      Date submitted to OIE 02/02/2018
                      Reason for notification New strain of a listed disease in the country
                      Causal agent Highly pathogenic influenza A virus
                      Serotype H5N8
                      Nature of diagnosis Clinical, Laboratory (advanced)
                      This event pertains to a defined zone within the country
                      Related reports Immediate notification (24/07/2017)
                      Follow-up report No. 1 (15/08/2017)
                      Follow-up report No. 2 (22/08/2017)
                      Follow-up report No. 3 (31/08/2017)
                      Follow-up report No. 4 (05/09/2017)
                      Follow-up report No. 5 (08/09/2017)
                      Follow-up report No. 6 (15/09/2017)
                      Follow-up report No. 7 (22/09/2017)
                      Follow-up report No. 8 (29/09/2017)
                      Follow-up report No. 9 (06/10/2017)
                      Follow-up report No. 10 (17/10/2017)
                      Follow-up report No. 11 (30/10/2017)
                      Follow-up report No. 12 (13/11/2017)
                      Follow-up report No. 13 (29/11/2017)
                      Follow-up report No. 14 (08/01/2018)
                      Follow-up report No. 15 (22/01/2018)
                      Follow-up report No. 16 (02/02/2018)
                      New outbreaks (10)
                      Outbreak 1 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_128) HPAI_H5N8_2017_128, Nelson Mandela Bay, EASTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                      Date of start of the outbreak 27/12/2017
                      Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                      Epidemiological unit Other
                      Affected animals
                      Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                      Common Tern:Sterna hirundo(Laridae) 1 0 1 0
                      Swift tern:Thalasseus bergii(Laridae) 2 1 1 0
                      Outbreak 2 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_136) HPAI_H5N8_2017_136, Overstrand, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                      Date of start of the outbreak 04/01/2018
                      Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                      Epidemiological unit Other
                      Affected animals
                      Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                      Common Tern:Sterna hirundo(Laridae) 1 1 0 0
                      Swift tern:Thalasseus bergii(Laridae) 2 0 2 0
                      Outbreak 3 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_127) HPAI_H5N8_2017_127, City of Cape Town, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                      Date of start of the outbreak 04/01/2018
                      Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                      Epidemiological unit Other
                      Affected animals
                      Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                      Swift tern:Thalasseus bergii(Laridae) 1 0 1 0
                      Outbreak 4 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_131) HPAI_H5N8_2017_131, George, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                      Date of start of the outbreak 08/01/2018
                      Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                      Epidemiological unit Other
                      Affected animals
                      Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                      Jackal Buzzard:Buteo rufofuscus(Accipitridae) 1 1 0 0
                      Outbreak 5 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_134) HPAI_H5N8_2017_134, Overstrand, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                      Date of start of the outbreak 08/01/2018
                      Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                      Epidemiological unit Other
                      Affected animals
                      Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                      Swift tern:Thalasseus bergii(Laridae) 2 0 2 0
                      Outbreak 6 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_129) HPAI_H5N8_2017_129, Overstrand, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                      Date of start of the outbreak 12/01/2018
                      Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                      Epidemiological unit Other
                      Affected animals
                      Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                      Jackass Penguin:Spheniscus demersus(Spheniscidae) 1 0 0 0
                      Outbreak 7 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_130) HPAI_H5N8_2017_130, Bitou, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                      Date of start of the outbreak 16/01/2018
                      Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                      Epidemiological unit Other
                      Affected animals
                      Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                      Egyptian Goose:Alopochen aegyptiaca(Anatidae) 1 0 1 0
                      Outbreak 8 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_135) HPAI_H5N8_2017_135, Bitou, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                      Date of start of the outbreak 16/01/2018
                      Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                      Epidemiological unit Other
                      Affected animals
                      Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                      Swift tern:Thalasseus bergii(Laridae) 1 0 1 0
                      Outbreak 9 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_133) HPAI_H5N8_2017_133, City of Cape Town, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                      Date of start of the outbreak 18/01/2018
                      Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                      Epidemiological unit Other
                      Affected animals
                      Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                      Swift tern:Thalasseus bergii(Laridae) 1 0 1 0
                      Outbreak 10 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_132) HPAI_H5N8_2017_132, City of Cape Town, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                      Date of start of the outbreak 24/01/2018
                      Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                      Epidemiological unit Other
                      Affected animals
                      Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                      Swift tern:Thalasseus bergii(Laridae) 1 0 1 0
                      Summary of outbreaks Total outbreaks: 10
                      Total animals affected
                      Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                      Common Tern:Sterna hirundo(Laridae) 2 1 1 0
                      Swift tern:Thalasseus bergii(Laridae) 10 1 9 0
                      Jackal Buzzard:Buteo rufofuscus(Accipitridae) 1 1 0 0
                      Jackass Penguin:Spheniscus demersus(Spheniscidae) 1 0 0 0
                      Egyptian Goose:Alopochen aegyptiaca(Anatidae) 1 0 1 0
                      Outbreak statistics
                      Species Apparent morbidity rate Apparent mortality rate Apparent case fatality rate Proportion susceptible animals lost*
                      Common Tern:Sterna hirundo(Laridae) ** ** 50.00% **
                      Swift tern:Thalasseus bergii(Laridae) ** ** 10.00% **
                      Jackal Buzzard:Buteo rufofuscus(Accipitridae) ** ** 100.00% **
                      Jackass Penguin:Spheniscus demersus(Spheniscidae) ** ** 0.00% **
                      Egyptian Goose:Alopochen aegyptiaca(Anatidae) ** ** 0.00% **
                      *Removed from the susceptible population through death, destruction and/or slaughter
                      **Not calculated because of missing information
                      Epidemiology
                      Source of the outbreak(s) or origin of infection
                      • Unknown or inconclusive
                      Control measures
                      Measures applied
                      • Screening
                      • Vaccination prohibited
                      • No treatment of affected animals
                      Measures to be applied
                      • No other measures
                      Future Reporting
                      The event is continuing. Weekly follow-up reports will be submitted.
                      ...
                      "Safety and security don't just happen, they are the result of collective consensus and public investment. We owe our children, the most vulnerable citizens in our society, a life free of violence and fear."
                      -Nelson Mandela

                      Comment


                      • #41
                        Highly pathogenic avian influenza,
                        South Africa
                        Information received on 02/02/2018 from Dr Bothle Michael Modisane, Chief Director , Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Animal Production and Health, PRETORIA, South Africa
                        Summary
                        Report type Follow-up report No. 24
                        Date of start of the event 19/06/2017
                        Date of confirmation of the event 22/06/2017
                        Report date 02/02/2018
                        Date submitted to OIE 02/02/2018
                        Reason for notification New strain of a listed disease in the country
                        Causal agent Highly pathogenic avian influenza virus
                        Serotype H5N8
                        Nature of diagnosis Clinical, Laboratory (advanced)
                        This event pertains to a defined zone within the country
                        Related reports Immediate notification (22/06/2017)
                        Follow-up report No. 1 (26/06/2017)
                        Follow-up report No. 2 (10/07/2017)
                        Follow-up report No. 3 (31/07/2017)
                        Follow-up report No. 4 (03/08/2017)
                        Follow-up report No. 5 (07/08/2017)
                        Follow-up report No. 6 (11/08/2017)
                        Follow-up report No. 7 (22/08/2017)
                        Follow-up report No. 8 (25/08/2017)
                        Follow-up report No. 9 (31/08/2017)
                        Follow-up report No. 10 (05/09/2017)
                        Follow-up report No. 11 (08/09/2017)
                        Follow-up report No. 12 (15/09/2017)
                        Follow-up report No. 13 (22/09/2017)
                        Follow-up report No. 14 (29/09/2017)
                        Follow-up report No. 15 (06/10/2017)
                        Follow-up report No. 16 (17/10/2017)
                        Follow-up report No. 17 (30/10/2017)
                        Follow-up report No. 18 (13/11/2017)
                        Follow-up report No. 19 (28/11/2017)
                        Follow-up report No. 20 (08/12/2017)
                        Follow-up report No. 21 (15/12/2017)
                        Follow-up report No. 22 (09/01/2018)
                        Follow-up report No. 23 (22/01/2018)
                        Follow-up report No. 24 (02/02/2018)
                        New outbreaks (3)
                        Outbreak 1 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_137) HPAI_H5N8_2017_137, Kannaland, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                        Date of start of the outbreak 03/01/2018
                        Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                        Epidemiological unit Farm
                        Affected animals
                        Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                        Birds 1643 15 0 0 0
                        Affected population Commercial ostriches
                        Outbreak 2 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_138) HPAI_H5N8_2017_138, Hessequa, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                        Date of start of the outbreak 15/01/2018
                        Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                        Epidemiological unit Farm
                        Affected animals
                        Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                        Birds 170 1 0 0 0
                        Affected population Commercial ostriches
                        Outbreak 3 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_139) HPAI_H5N8_2017_139, Swellendam, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                        Date of start of the outbreak 16/01/2018
                        Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                        Epidemiological unit Farm
                        Affected animals
                        Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                        Birds 391 8 0 0 0
                        Affected population Commercial ostriches
                        Summary of outbreaks Total outbreaks: 3
                        Total animals affected
                        Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                        Birds 2204 24 0 0 0
                        Outbreak statistics
                        Species Apparent morbidity rate Apparent mortality rate Apparent case fatality rate Proportion susceptible animals lost*
                        Birds 1.09% 0.00% 0.00% 0.00%
                        *Removed from the susceptible population through death, destruction and/or slaughter
                        Epidemiology
                        Source of the outbreak(s) or origin of infection
                        • Unknown or inconclusive
                        Epidemiological comments Coordinates modified to protect confidentiality as required by South African Legislation.
                        Control measures
                        Measures applied
                        • Surveillance within containment and/or protection zone
                        • Traceability
                        • Quarantine
                        • Vaccination prohibited
                        • No treatment of affected animals
                        Measures to be applied
                        • Official destruction of animal products
                        • Official disposal of carcasses, by-products and waste
                        • Stamping out
                        • Disinfection
                        Future Reporting
                        The event is continuing. Weekly follow-up reports will be submitted.
                        ...
                        "Safety and security don't just happen, they are the result of collective consensus and public investment. We owe our children, the most vulnerable citizens in our society, a life free of violence and fear."
                        -Nelson Mandela

                        Comment


                        • #42



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                          MORE CASES OF AVIAN FLU REPORTED IN WC
                          ...
                          Kaylynn Palm | about 3 hours ago

                          CAPE TOWN - The Department of Agriculture has confirmed that further incidences of highly pathogenic H5N8 avian flu have been detected amongst Western Cape seabirds.

                          The department says seven cases from six different sites across the provincial coastline have tested positive.

                          The infected birds are being treated as African penguins are endangered.

                          CapeNature's Loren George said: ?CapeNature is working closely with the state vet and has put procedures in place to monitor the virus and restrict the spread by humans between infected and non-infected areas.?
                          ...


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                          African penguins succumb to avian flu in the Cape

                          19 February 2018 - 10:51
                          BY TIMESLIVE

                          African penguins have succumbed to the highly pathogenic H5N8 avian flu along the coastline of the Western Cape.

                          The department of agriculture confirmed on Monday that seven cases from six different sites across the province had tested positive in penguins. Of the seven cases? one has survived.

                          Infected birds are being treated? as African penguins are an endangered species. Treatment protocols are similar to those for flu in humans. They include nutrition? hydration? vitamins and administration of anti-inflammatory drugs or antibiotics for secondary infections? if necessary.

                          The department said in a statement that no new cases of the disease had been reported in the commercial poultry sector since October.
                          ...
                          African penguins have succumbed to the highly pathogenic H5N8 avian flu along the coastline of the Western Cape.
                          "Safety and security don't just happen, they are the result of collective consensus and public investment. We owe our children, the most vulnerable citizens in our society, a life free of violence and fear."
                          -Nelson Mandela

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                          • #43
                            Highly pathogenic influenza A viruses (infection with) (non-poultry including wild birds),
                            South Africa
                            Information received on 22/02/2018 from Dr Bothle Michael Modisane, Chief Director , Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Animal Production and Health, PRETORIA, South Africa
                            Summary
                            Report type Follow-up report No. 17
                            Date of start of the event 30/06/2017
                            Date of confirmation of the event 30/06/2017
                            Report date 21/02/2018
                            Date submitted to OIE 22/02/2018
                            Reason for notification New strain of a listed disease in the country
                            Causal agent Highly pathogenic influenza A virus
                            Serotype H5N8
                            Nature of diagnosis Clinical, Laboratory (advanced)
                            This event pertains to a defined zone within the country
                            Related reports Immediate notification (24/07/2017)
                            Follow-up report No. 1 (15/08/2017)
                            Follow-up report No. 2 (22/08/2017)
                            Follow-up report No. 3 (31/08/2017)
                            Follow-up report No. 4 (05/09/2017)
                            Follow-up report No. 5 (08/09/2017)
                            Follow-up report No. 6 (15/09/2017)
                            Follow-up report No. 7 (22/09/2017)
                            Follow-up report No. 8 (29/09/2017)
                            Follow-up report No. 9 (06/10/2017)
                            Follow-up report No. 10 (17/10/2017)
                            Follow-up report No. 11 (30/10/2017)
                            Follow-up report No. 12 (13/11/2017)
                            Follow-up report No. 13 (29/11/2017)
                            Follow-up report No. 14 (08/01/2018)
                            Follow-up report No. 15 (22/01/2018)
                            Follow-up report No. 16 (02/02/2018)
                            Follow-up report No. 17 (21/02/2018)
                            New outbreaks (9)
                            Outbreak 1 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_140) HPAI_H5N8_2017_140, Nelson Mandela Bay, EASTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                            Date of start of the outbreak 08/01/2018
                            Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                            Epidemiological unit Other
                            Affected animals
                            Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                            Jackass Penguin:Spheniscus demersus(Spheniscidae) 1 1 0 0
                            Outbreak 2 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_146) HPAI_H5N8_2017_146, City of Cape Town, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                            Date of start of the outbreak 13/01/2018
                            Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                            Epidemiological unit Other
                            Affected animals
                            Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                            Jackass Penguin:Spheniscus demersus(Spheniscidae) 1 1 0 0
                            Outbreak 3 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_144) HPAI_H5N8_2017_144, City of Cape Town, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                            Date of start of the outbreak 22/01/2018
                            Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                            Epidemiological unit Other
                            Affected animals
                            Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                            Jackass Penguin:Spheniscus demersus(Spheniscidae) 2 2 0 0
                            Outbreak 4 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_145) HPAI_H5N8_2017_145, City of Cape Town, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                            Date of start of the outbreak 24/01/2018
                            Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                            Epidemiological unit Other
                            Affected animals
                            Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                            Jackass Penguin:Spheniscus demersus(Spheniscidae) 1 0 1 0
                            Outbreak 5 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_147) HPAI_H5N8_2017_147, City of Cape Town, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                            Date of start of the outbreak 29/01/2018
                            Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                            Epidemiological unit Other
                            Affected animals
                            Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                            Jackass Penguin:Spheniscus demersus(Spheniscidae) 1 1 0 1
                            Outbreak 6 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_148) HPAI_H5N8_2017_148, City of Cape Town, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                            Date of start of the outbreak 29/01/2018
                            Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                            Epidemiological unit Other
                            Affected animals
                            Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                            Jackass Penguin:Spheniscus demersus(Spheniscidae) 1 1 0 0
                            Outbreak 7 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_142) HPAI_H5N8_2017_142, Cederberg, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                            Date of start of the outbreak 31/01/2018
                            Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                            Epidemiological unit Other
                            Affected animals
                            Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                            Swift tern:Thalasseus bergii(Laridae) 1 1 0 0
                            Outbreak 8 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_143) HPAI_H5N8_2017_143, Overstrand, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                            Date of start of the outbreak 31/01/2018
                            Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                            Epidemiological unit Other
                            Affected animals
                            Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                            Swift tern:Thalasseus bergii(Laridae) 1 1 0 0
                            Outbreak 9 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_141) HPAI_H5N8_2017_141, City of Cape Town, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                            Date of start of the outbreak 01/02/2018
                            Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                            Epidemiological unit Other
                            Affected animals
                            Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                            Swift tern:Thalasseus bergii(Laridae) 1 0 1 0
                            Summary of outbreaks Total outbreaks: 9
                            Total animals affected
                            Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                            Jackass Penguin:Spheniscus demersus(Spheniscidae) 7 6 1 1
                            Swift tern:Thalasseus bergii(Laridae) 3 2 1 0
                            Outbreak statistics
                            Species Apparent morbidity rate Apparent mortality rate Apparent case fatality rate Proportion susceptible animals lost*
                            Jackass Penguin:Spheniscus demersus(Spheniscidae) ** ** 85.71% **
                            Swift tern:Thalasseus bergii(Laridae) ** ** 66.67% **
                            *Removed from the susceptible population through death, destruction and/or slaughter
                            **Not calculated because of missing information
                            Epidemiology
                            Source of the outbreak(s) or origin of infection
                            • Unknown or inconclusive
                            Control measures
                            Measures applied
                            • Screening
                            • Vaccination prohibited
                            • No treatment of affected animals
                            Measures to be applied
                            • No other measures
                            Future Reporting
                            The event is continuing. Weekly follow-up reports will be submitted.
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                            Highly pathogenic avian influenza,
                            South Africa
                            Information received on 22/02/2018 from Dr Bothle Michael Modisane, Chief Director , Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Animal Production and Health, PRETORIA, South Africa
                            Summary
                            Report type Follow-up report No. 25
                            Date of start of the event 19/06/2017
                            Date of confirmation of the event 22/06/2017
                            Report date 21/02/2018
                            Date submitted to OIE 22/02/2018
                            Reason for notification New strain of a listed disease in the country
                            Causal agent Highly pathogenic avian influenza virus
                            Serotype H5N8
                            Nature of diagnosis Clinical, Laboratory (advanced)
                            This event pertains to a defined zone within the country
                            Related reports Immediate notification (22/06/2017)
                            Follow-up report No. 1 (26/06/2017)
                            Follow-up report No. 2 (10/07/2017)
                            Follow-up report No. 3 (31/07/2017)
                            Follow-up report No. 4 (03/08/2017)
                            Follow-up report No. 5 (07/08/2017)
                            Follow-up report No. 6 (11/08/2017)
                            Follow-up report No. 7 (22/08/2017)
                            Follow-up report No. 8 (25/08/2017)
                            Follow-up report No. 9 (31/08/2017)
                            Follow-up report No. 10 (05/09/2017)
                            Follow-up report No. 11 (08/09/2017)
                            Follow-up report No. 12 (15/09/2017)
                            Follow-up report No. 13 (22/09/2017)
                            Follow-up report No. 14 (29/09/2017)
                            Follow-up report No. 15 (06/10/2017)
                            Follow-up report No. 16 (17/10/2017)
                            Follow-up report No. 17 (30/10/2017)
                            Follow-up report No. 18 (13/11/2017)
                            Follow-up report No. 19 (28/11/2017)
                            Follow-up report No. 20 (08/12/2017)
                            Follow-up report No. 21 (15/12/2017)
                            Follow-up report No. 22 (09/01/2018)
                            Follow-up report No. 23 (22/01/2018)
                            Follow-up report No. 24 (02/02/2018)
                            Follow-up report No. 25 (21/02/2018)
                            New outbreaks (1)
                            Outbreak 1 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_149) HPAI_H5N8_2017_149, Theewaterskloof, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                            Date of start of the outbreak 29/01/2018
                            Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                            Epidemiological unit Backyard
                            Affected animals
                            Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                            Birds 14 4 4 0 0
                            Summary of outbreaks Total outbreaks: 1
                            Total animals affected
                            Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                            Birds 14 4 4 0 0
                            Outbreak statistics
                            Species Apparent morbidity rate Apparent mortality rate Apparent case fatality rate Proportion susceptible animals lost*
                            Birds 28.57% 28.57% 100.00% 28.57%
                            *Removed from the susceptible population through death, destruction and/or slaughter
                            Epidemiology
                            Source of the outbreak(s) or origin of infection
                            • Unknown or inconclusive
                            Epidemiological comments Coordinates modified to protect confidentiality as required by South African Legislation.
                            Control measures
                            Measures applied
                            • Surveillance within containment and/or protection zone
                            • Traceability
                            • Quarantine
                            • Vaccination prohibited
                            • No treatment of affected animals
                            Measures to be applied
                            • Official destruction of animal products
                            • Official disposal of carcasses, by-products and waste
                            • Stamping out
                            • Disinfection
                            Future Reporting
                            The event is continuing. Weekly follow-up reports will be submitted.
                            ...
                            "Safety and security don't just happen, they are the result of collective consensus and public investment. We owe our children, the most vulnerable citizens in our society, a life free of violence and fear."
                            -Nelson Mandela

                            Comment


                            • #44
                              Highly pathogenic influenza A viruses (infection with) (non-poultry including wild birds),
                              South Africa
                              Information received on 01/03/2018 from Dr Bothle Michael Modisane, Chief Director , Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Animal Production and Health, PRETORIA, South Africa
                              Summary
                              Report type Follow-up report No. 18
                              Date of start of the event 30/06/2017
                              Date of confirmation of the event 30/06/2017
                              Report date 01/03/2018
                              Date submitted to OIE 01/03/2018
                              Reason for notification New strain of a listed disease in the country
                              Causal agent Highly pathogenic influenza A virus
                              Serotype H5N8
                              Nature of diagnosis Clinical, Laboratory (advanced)
                              This event pertains to a defined zone within the country
                              Related reports Immediate notification (24/07/2017)
                              Follow-up report No. 1 (15/08/2017)
                              Follow-up report No. 2 (22/08/2017)
                              Follow-up report No. 3 (31/08/2017)
                              Follow-up report No. 4 (05/09/2017)
                              Follow-up report No. 5 (08/09/2017)
                              Follow-up report No. 6 (15/09/2017)
                              Follow-up report No. 7 (22/09/2017)
                              Follow-up report No. 8 (29/09/2017)
                              Follow-up report No. 9 (06/10/2017)
                              Follow-up report No. 10 (17/10/2017)
                              Follow-up report No. 11 (30/10/2017)
                              Follow-up report No. 12 (13/11/2017)
                              Follow-up report No. 13 (29/11/2017)
                              Follow-up report No. 14 (08/01/2018)
                              Follow-up report No. 15 (22/01/2018)
                              Follow-up report No. 16 (02/02/2018)
                              Follow-up report No. 17 (21/02/2018)
                              Follow-up report No. 18 (01/03/2018)
                              New outbreaks (5)
                              Outbreak 1 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_154) HPAI_H5N8_2017_154, Overstrand, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                              Date of start of the outbreak 02/02/2018
                              Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                              Epidemiological unit Other
                              Affected animals
                              Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                              Jackass Penguin:Spheniscus demersus(Spheniscidae) 1 1 0 0
                              Outbreak 2 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_152) HPAI_H5N8_2017_152, Overstrand, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                              Date of start of the outbreak 10/02/2018
                              Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                              Epidemiological unit Other
                              Affected animals
                              Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                              Jackass Penguin:Spheniscus demersus(Spheniscidae) 1 1 0 0
                              Outbreak 3 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_153) HPAI_H5N8_2017_153, Overstrand, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                              Date of start of the outbreak 15/02/2018
                              Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                              Epidemiological unit Other
                              Affected animals
                              Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                              Jackass Penguin:Spheniscus demersus(Spheniscidae) 2 2 0 0
                              Outbreak 4 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_155) HPAI_H5N8_2017_155, Langeberg, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                              Date of start of the outbreak 15/02/2018
                              Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                              Epidemiological unit Other
                              Affected animals
                              Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                              Swift tern:Thalasseus bergii(Laridae) 1 0 1 0
                              Outbreak 5 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_151) HPAI_H5N8_2017_151, Overstrand, WESTERN CAPE PROVINCE
                              Date of start of the outbreak 15/02/2018
                              Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                              Epidemiological unit Other
                              Affected animals
                              Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                              Cape gannet :Sula capensis(Sulidae) 30 30 0 0
                              Summary of outbreaks Total outbreaks: 5
                              Total animals affected
                              Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                              Jackass Penguin:Spheniscus demersus(Spheniscidae) 4 4 0 0
                              Swift tern:Thalasseus bergii(Laridae) 1 0 1 0
                              Cape gannet :Sula capensis(Sulidae) 30 30 0 0
                              Outbreak statistics
                              Species Apparent morbidity rate Apparent mortality rate Apparent case fatality rate Proportion susceptible animals lost*
                              Jackass Penguin:Spheniscus demersus(Spheniscidae) ** ** 100.00% **
                              Swift tern:Thalasseus bergii(Laridae) ** ** 0.00% **
                              Cape gannet :Sula capensis(Sulidae) ** ** 100.00% **
                              *Removed from the susceptible population through death, destruction and/or slaughter
                              **Not calculated because of missing information
                              Epidemiology
                              Source of the outbreak(s) or origin of infection
                              • Unknown or inconclusive
                              Control measures
                              Measures applied
                              • Screening
                              • Vaccination prohibited
                              • No treatment of affected animals
                              Measures to be applied
                              • No other measures
                              Future Reporting
                              The event is continuing. Weekly follow-up reports will be submitted.
                              ...
                              "Safety and security don't just happen, they are the result of collective consensus and public investment. We owe our children, the most vulnerable citizens in our society, a life free of violence and fear."
                              -Nelson Mandela

                              Comment


                              • #45
                                Highly pathogenic avian influenza,
                                South Africa
                                Information received on 01/03/2018 from Dr Bothle Michael Modisane, Chief Director , Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Animal Production and Health, PRETORIA, South Africa
                                Summary
                                Report type Follow-up report No. 26
                                Date of start of the event 19/06/2017
                                Date of confirmation of the event 22/06/2017
                                Report date 01/03/2018
                                Date submitted to OIE 01/03/2018
                                Reason for notification New strain of a listed disease in the country
                                Causal agent Highly pathogenic avian influenza virus
                                Serotype H5N8
                                Nature of diagnosis Clinical, Laboratory (advanced)
                                This event pertains to a defined zone within the country
                                Related reports Immediate notification (22/06/2017)
                                Follow-up report No. 1 (26/06/2017)
                                Follow-up report No. 2 (10/07/2017)
                                Follow-up report No. 3 (31/07/2017)
                                Follow-up report No. 4 (03/08/2017)
                                Follow-up report No. 5 (07/08/2017)
                                Follow-up report No. 6 (11/08/2017)
                                Follow-up report No. 7 (22/08/2017)
                                Follow-up report No. 8 (25/08/2017)
                                Follow-up report No. 9 (31/08/2017)
                                Follow-up report No. 10 (05/09/2017)
                                Follow-up report No. 11 (08/09/2017)
                                Follow-up report No. 12 (15/09/2017)
                                Follow-up report No. 13 (22/09/2017)
                                Follow-up report No. 14 (29/09/2017)
                                Follow-up report No. 15 (06/10/2017)
                                Follow-up report No. 16 (17/10/2017)
                                Follow-up report No. 17 (30/10/2017)
                                Follow-up report No. 18 (13/11/2017)
                                Follow-up report No. 19 (28/11/2017)
                                Follow-up report No. 20 (08/12/2017)
                                Follow-up report No. 21 (15/12/2017)
                                Follow-up report No. 22 (09/01/2018)
                                Follow-up report No. 23 (22/01/2018)
                                Follow-up report No. 24 (02/02/2018)
                                Follow-up report No. 25 (21/02/2018)
                                Follow-up report No. 26 (01/03/2018)
                                New outbreaks (1)
                                Outbreak 1 (HPAI_H5N8_2017_150) HPAI_H5N8_2017_150, Elias Motsoaledi, LIMPOPO
                                Date of start of the outbreak 11/02/2018
                                Outbreak status Continuing (or date resolved not provided)
                                Epidemiological unit Backyard
                                Affected animals
                                Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                                Birds 130 8 8 0 0
                                Summary of outbreaks Total outbreaks: 1
                                Total animals affected
                                Species Susceptible Cases Deaths Killed and disposed of Slaughtered
                                Birds 130 8 8 0 0
                                Outbreak statistics
                                Species Apparent morbidity rate Apparent mortality rate Apparent case fatality rate Proportion susceptible animals lost*
                                Birds 6.15% 6.15% 100.00% 6.15%
                                *Removed from the susceptible population through death, destruction and/or slaughter
                                Epidemiology
                                Source of the outbreak(s) or origin of infection
                                • Unknown or inconclusive
                                Epidemiological comments Coordinates modified to protect confidentiality as required by South African Legislation.
                                Control measures
                                Measures applied
                                • Surveillance within containment and/or protection zone
                                • Traceability
                                • Quarantine
                                • Vaccination prohibited
                                • No treatment of affected animals
                                Measures to be applied
                                • Official destruction of animal products
                                • Official disposal of carcasses, by-products and waste
                                • Stamping out
                                • Disinfection
                                Future Reporting
                                The event is continuing. Weekly follow-up reports will be submitted.
                                ...
                                "Safety and security don't just happen, they are the result of collective consensus and public investment. We owe our children, the most vulnerable citizens in our society, a life free of violence and fear."
                                -Nelson Mandela

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