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Health alert: Cases of fowl plague reported; Ministry of Health recommends preventative measures.
Monday, February 9, 2026 at 18:47 | Miscellaneous , Health
The Ministry of Health, in coordination with the Early Warning and Preparedness Department of the Ministry of Emergency Situations and Disaster Management, issued a health alert following the detection of several cases of fowl plague recently. The ministry confirmed that transmission of the disease to humans is rare, but it can affect those who work directly with poultry, such as veterinarians and farm workers.
The Ministry of Health emphasized the importance of adhering to a number of preventative guidelines to reduce the likelihood of infection, most notably checking the color, smell, and texture of chicken when purchasing it, and refraining from consuming raw or undercooked poultry or eggs. It also recommended separating cutting boards for raw meat from those used for cooked or prepared foods, in addition to washing hands and surfaces used in food preparation in a hygienic manner.
The ministry stressed the importance of cooking chicken thoroughly and exposing it to a temperature exceeding 70 degrees Celsius to ensure the elimination of any potential pathogens, calling on citizens to follow the guidelines to ensure their safety and the safety of their families.
https://www.jpnews-sy.com/ar/news.php?id=246981
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The Ministry of Health, in coordination with the Early Warning and Preparedness Department of the Ministry of Emergency Situations and Disaster Management, issued a health alert:
- Several cases of fowl plague have been recorded recently.
- Symptoms in humans are rare, and the disease is transmitted from infected poultry to people who handle poultry directly (veterinarians, poultry workers).
The Ministry of Health recommends:
Check the color, smell, and texture of chicken when purchasing.
Do not consume raw or undercooked poultry meat and eggs.
Separate cutting boards for raw meat from those used for cooked or prepared foods.
Wash your hands and all food preparation surfaces in a hygienic and safe manner.
Cook chicken thoroughly to a temperature exceeding 70°C.
https://www.instagram.com/p/DUirIBhADrN
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February 9, 2026
The Syrian Ministry of Emergency and Disaster Management cancels a previous warning about chicken plague.
The Syrian Ministry of Emergency and Disaster Management announced on Sunday the cancellation of the previous warning related to the chicken plague disease, explaining that the warning was published as a result of confusion in the information circulating, and was later deleted after verification.
The ministry confirmed in a statement published on its official platforms that it is currently coordinating with relevant ministries and authorities to issue an official clarification explaining the nature of the confusion that occurred, stressing that the previous warning is completely canceled, and there is no need to worry or circulate inaccurate information.
A call to refrain from spreading rumors
The ministry urged citizens and the media to rely only on official data and to avoid publishing or recirculating unconfirmed news, as this has a negative impact on health and economic security, especially in sectors related to livestock.
Fowl plague, scientifically known as Newcastle disease, is a viral disease that primarily affects poultry, impacting their respiratory, nervous, and digestive systems. While it is a widespread disease in the poultry industry globally, it does not pose a direct threat to human health.
It is not transmitted through the consumption of poultry meat or well-cooked eggs, and can be controlled through vaccination and preventive veterinary measures.
The importance of health coordination
Experts emphasize that dealing with any suspected spread of animal diseases requires careful coordination between health, veterinary and media authorities to ensure the delivery of accurate information and to avoid causing panic or harming breeders and local markets.
It is expected that the competent authorities will issue a detailed statement in the coming period explaining the circumstances of what happened, and informing the public of the scientific and official facts.
https://www.zamanalwsl.net/news/article/174547/
Health alert: Cases of fowl plague reported; Ministry of Health recommends preventative measures.
Monday, February 9, 2026 at 18:47 | Miscellaneous , Health
The Ministry of Health, in coordination with the Early Warning and Preparedness Department of the Ministry of Emergency Situations and Disaster Management, issued a health alert following the detection of several cases of fowl plague recently. The ministry confirmed that transmission of the disease to humans is rare, but it can affect those who work directly with poultry, such as veterinarians and farm workers.
The Ministry of Health emphasized the importance of adhering to a number of preventative guidelines to reduce the likelihood of infection, most notably checking the color, smell, and texture of chicken when purchasing it, and refraining from consuming raw or undercooked poultry or eggs. It also recommended separating cutting boards for raw meat from those used for cooked or prepared foods, in addition to washing hands and surfaces used in food preparation in a hygienic manner.
The ministry stressed the importance of cooking chicken thoroughly and exposing it to a temperature exceeding 70 degrees Celsius to ensure the elimination of any potential pathogens, calling on citizens to follow the guidelines to ensure their safety and the safety of their families.
https://www.jpnews-sy.com/ar/news.php?id=246981
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syriamaraya
3h
The Ministry of Health, in coordination with the Early Warning and Preparedness Department of the Ministry of Emergency Situations and Disaster Management, issued a health alert:
- Several cases of fowl plague have been recorded recently.
- Symptoms in humans are rare, and the disease is transmitted from infected poultry to people who handle poultry directly (veterinarians, poultry workers).
The Ministry of Health recommends:
Check the color, smell, and texture of chicken when purchasing.Do not consume raw or undercooked poultry meat and eggs.Separate cutting boards for raw meat from those used for cooked or prepared foods.Wash your hands and all food preparation surfaces in a hygienic and safe manner.Cook chicken thoroughly to a temperature exceeding 70°C.https://www.instagram.com/p/DUirIBhADrN
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February 9, 2026
The Syrian Ministry of Emergency and Disaster Management cancels a previous warning about chicken plague.
The Syrian Ministry of Emergency and Disaster Management announced on Sunday the cancellation of the previous warning related to the chicken plague disease, explaining that the warning was published as a result of confusion in the information circulating, and was later deleted after verification.
The ministry confirmed in a statement published on its official platforms that it is currently coordinating with relevant ministries and authorities to issue an official clarification explaining the nature of the confusion that occurred, stressing that the previous warning is completely canceled, and there is no need to worry or circulate inaccurate information.
A call to refrain from spreading rumors
The ministry urged citizens and the media to rely only on official data and to avoid publishing or recirculating unconfirmed news, as this has a negative impact on health and economic security, especially in sectors related to livestock.
Fowl plague, scientifically known as Newcastle disease, is a viral disease that primarily affects poultry, impacting their respiratory, nervous, and digestive systems. While it is a widespread disease in the poultry industry globally, it does not pose a direct threat to human health.
It is not transmitted through the consumption of poultry meat or well-cooked eggs, and can be controlled through vaccination and preventive veterinary measures.
The importance of health coordination
Experts emphasize that dealing with any suspected spread of animal diseases requires careful coordination between health, veterinary and media authorities to ensure the delivery of accurate information and to avoid causing panic or harming breeders and local markets.
It is expected that the competent authorities will issue a detailed statement in the coming period explaining the circumstances of what happened, and informing the public of the scientific and official facts.
https://www.zamanalwsl.net/news/article/174547/