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UK Health Security Agency confirms that avian influenza has crossed over to several wild mammals, including foxes, otters and seals.

The UK Health Security Agency confirms that avian influenza has crossed over to several wild mammals, including foxes, otters and seals. The agency says that the risk to humans remains very low, however, there will now be more "targeted surveillance" and testing of animals.

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HealthUK Health Security Agency confirms that avian influenza has crossed over to several wild mammals, including foxes, otters and seals.

The UK Health Security Agency confirms that avian influenza has crossed over to several wild mammals, including foxes, otters and seals. The agency says that the risk to humans remains very low, however, there will now be more "targeted surveillance" and testing of animals.

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