The Ministry of Environment (MA), Ministry of Livestock, Agriculture and Fisheries (MGAP) and Ministry of Public Health (MSP) reported that confirmed Avian influenza H5 In terms of sea lions and registering possible similar cases, relevant health measures are being taken to detect and take immediate action to contain the disease. They urged not to approach the animals.
For animals, the disease has no cure. The virus can cause severe muscular, nervous and respiratory effects that can lead to death. In a statement, the Secretary of State explained that the risk of this infection to human health is low and that, to date, there have been no known cases of the virus spreading from marine mammals to humans worldwide.
Currently, there are no cases or public focus in Uruguay Avian Influenza In produce, backyard or wild birds. Detection in marine mammals will not affect the animal’s self-declared health status to the World Organization for Animal Health (WHO).
H5 viruses are transmitted by oral and respiratory routes, through secretions (saliva or mucus) and excretions (urine, feces). It can survive in the environment for a limited period of time that varies according to daily temperature fluctuations: humidity, solar radiation and wind.
It’s important to point out that eating poultry, fish, and other seafood does not pose any risk to people’s health. Avian influenza does not affect fish fauna, so fish stocks are not at risk.