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Bird flu detected in sheep in England for the first time

Bird flu, H5N1, has been detected in a single sheep on a Yorkshire farm, marking the first case in sheep, confirmed by UK Chief Veterinary Officer Christine Middlemiss.
The infected sheep was humanely culled, and no further infections were reported in the flock, according to the Government's announcement.
The National Sheep Association stated there is no risk to food safety, but urged farmers to maintain biosecurity to prevent outbreaks.
Authorities emphasized that the risk of avian influenza to the general public remains low, despite ongoing monitoring.

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