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H5N8 confirmed in south Norfolk
Defra is urging poultry keepers to be vigilant for signs of avian influenza in their flocks.
Small flock of 35 birds affected 

An outbreak of H5N8 avian influenza has been confirmed in a small flock of chickens and geese near Diss, south Norfolk.

The flock is estimated to contain around 35 birds, a number of which died and the remainder of which are being humanely culled.

A 3km protection zone and a 10km surveillance zone have been put in place around the premises to prevent the spread of disease and a full investigation is underway to determine the source.

Defra is urging poultry keepers to be vigilant for signs of avian influenza in their flocks and inform the Animal and Plant Health Agency if they have any suspicions.

A ban on poultry gatherings and a prevention zone ordering birds to be housed inside was lifted in England on 15 May, but prevention measures remain in place in targeted areas of Lancashire, Cumbria and Merseyside, following evidence of heightened risk in these areas.

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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