Likely, the turkeys were recently exposed to the virus by a farm worker who had influenza-like symptoms. The farm was and remains under enhanced biosecurity.
Sequence of events:
- A significant drop in egg production was observed in one barn only.
(Week of November 16) - Presumptive detection of 2009 pandemic A/H1N1 was reported to APHIS and laboratory samples were submitted to the National Veterinary Services Laboratories.
(November 23) - NVSL confirmation of 2009 pandemic A/H1N1 influenza virus.
(November 30)
The USDA Animal Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) and the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services are conducting a comprehensive epidemiological investigation of this event.
Source: OIE
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