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H5N8 confirmed in Northumberland
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The flock contains around 35 birds, a number of which have died. The remainder are being humanely culled. (stock image)
Affected flock contains around 35 birds
 
Defra has confirmed an outbreak of avian influenza H5N8 in a small flock of chickens near Haltwhistle in Northumberland.

The flock contains around 35 birds, a number of which have died. The remainder are being humanely culled.

A 3km protection zone and a 10km surveillance zone are in place around the affected farm to limit the risk of disease spread.

Investigations are underway to determine the source of the infection.

Previous cases have been confirmed at a poultry farm in Suffolk, three linked premises on a commercial game farm in Lancashire, three separate poultry farms in Lincolnshire and in backyard flocks in North Yorkshire and Carmarthenshire. The same strain has also been found in wild birds in England, Scotland and Wales.

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Webinar to explore AMR in vet dentistry

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 The WSAVA has invited veterinary professionals to a webinar on responsible antibiotic usage in dentistry.

On 19 November 2025, at 1am, Dr J Scott Weese and Dr Brooke Niemiec will share the latest advice for antimicrobial use. They will present research on oral bacterology, and explain how attendees can choose appropriate antibiotics.

The session will cover pre-, intra- and post-operative guidelines, with recommendations for various pathologies.

The webinar is designed to support veterinary professionals to make informed decisions and tackle antimicrobial resistance.

Attendees can register here. 

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Dechra launches checklist for veterinary sustainability

Global animal health specialist Dechra has announced the world's first Veterinary Green Theatre Checklist (VGTC) to help make surgery more sustainable.

Endorsed by leading veterinary organisations, including the BEVA, BVNA and RCVS Knowledge, the checklist is designed to reduce the environmental footprint of veterinary care, while supporting better animal health outcomes.

The checklist was launched at the World Congress of Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia in Paris and will be followed by an internal training and awareness campaign. For more information, visit dechra.com