Published in Scientific Works. Series C. Veterinary Medicine, Vol. LXVIII, Issue 1
Written by Ana-Maria ZORLESCU, Teodor Stefan IONESCU, Marius CAMPEANU, Doina DANEȘ
In the first half of the last century, avian influenza (AI) caused great losses in the poultry farming sector, practically all over the world, especially in Europe and it is still causes. Risk analysis, cost-benefit analysis and cost effectivennes analysis of eradication, control and monitoring program for avian influenza. Biosecurity measures in the poultry industry - applying the "all-in, all-out" policy - are able to protect for avian influenza. The first line of defense against avian influenza is the early detection of outbreaks, followed by a rapid response. This is closely linked to the communication between veterinarians, farmers and the performance of veterinary services. People who come into close contact with infected poultry, such as the families of poultry owners and workers in this sector, remain at risk. In conclusion, the risk analysis for AI identified as a major risk the location of the poultry farm in areas with a high density of migratory birds. Sensitivity analysis shows that, if more than 15% of the poultry population,are exposed to the risk of disease, the cost of the surveillance program is justified.
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