Deadly Bird Flu Strain Confirmed in Turkish Cyprus

Kathimerini, Cyprus
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The European Union confirmed yesterday the first case of the deadly H5N1 strain of bird flu being found in the Turkish-occupied northern part of Cyprus, forcing Nicosia to step up protective measures against the disease.
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The H5N1 strain was detected in one of two chickens which were diagnosed with the broader H5 bird flu on Thursday, said Barbara Helfferich, a spokeswoman for the European Commission.The confirmation is the latest sign that the virus, so far mostly found in Asia, is spreading westward to the edges of Europe.
Jan 30, 2006