About highly pathogenic avian influenza

In order to prevent infection to viewers and prevent the spread of infection to poultry, etc., all bird exhibitors, please pay special attention to the following.

1 Inspect the breeding place and prevent wild birds from entering and contacting breeding birds.
2 Properly store and manage the food and water of breeding birds so that they are not polluted by wild birds.
3 Keep the breeding area clean by removing dirt such as feces.
4 Disinfect the breeding area and breeding equipment at any time.
5 After contact with birds or cleaning the breeding area, wash your hands and gargle thoroughly.
　 In addition, wear disposable gloves and masks when cleaning.

※ Regularly observe the health of breeding birds and consult with veterinarian immediately if there is any abnormality such as sudden loss of appetite, upside down the wings and Health and Welfare Center Health Sanitation Division in each district if you suspect a bird flu.

Even if bird bird flu occurs in Japan, it does not mean that chickens and small birds raised at home or school are immediately dangerous.
Perform appropriate hygiene management referring to "1 Bird breeding management, etc.", and consult your veterinarian if any abnormalities are found. If you are suspected of being infected by a diagnosis by veterinarian, for example, if you have tested positive for a simple test, please contact Health and Welfare Center Health Sanitation Division.

If your owner's physical condition is unwell, consult a medical institution as soon as possible.

Information on highly pathogenic avian influenza (outside site) (Ministry of the Environment)
Information on bird flu (outside site) (Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries)
About bird flu (outside site) (Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare)
About highly pathogenic avian influenza of wild birds (Green Environment Bureau Zoo Division, Yokohama City)
About highly pathogenic avian influenza (City of Yokohama, Medical Care Bureau Health and Safety Division)
For those who have mini pigs, chickens, ducks, etc. (City of Yokohama, Medical Care Bureau Animal Protection Center)