In the municipality of Lourinhã, Lisbon district, bird flu has been detected in a seagull, similar to occurrences in Caldas da Rainha, Leiria.
In Marinha Grande, also in the Leiria district, a herring gull tested positive for the bird flu virus.
This year, 24 cases of bird flu virus infections have been confirmed in Portugal.
In September alone, four cases were detected.
The DGAV has urged all bird owners to adhere to biosecurity measures and best production practices, avoiding contact between domestic and wild birds.
Any suspected cases of bird flu infection should be reported to the DGAV.
Transmission of the virus to humans is rare, with sporadic cases reported worldwide. However, when it occurs, the infection can lead to severe clinical symptoms.
The DGAV is a central service of the state’s direct administration, with administrative autonomy.
