More about the H1N1 Virus
We reminded you yesterday that eating pork products in no way exposes you to the so-called "swine flu." Today, we bring you more information about the current H1N1 virus.
Courtesy of an interview with the Brownfield Ag News Network, Dr. Ron DeHaven, CEO of the American Veterinary Medical Association, explains that this is a virus not known to exist in animals... and that there are no reasons for food safety concerns.
From a recap of the interview with Dr. DeHaven, which is available in audio form:
"The fact is, this H1N1 disease has not been found in pigs, anywhere, 'That’s either because it is not there or we haven’t found it yet but I would quickly add that if it was there in any significant degree, we would have found it by now.' DeHaven says there is always the possibility it can move from humans to swine so veterinarians across the country are on the look-out for it and hog owners are asked to increase biosecurity around their animals. He also notes owners of pot-bellied pet pigs should keep an eye on their animals. There are no known cases of the disease in the pet pigs but if you do see evidence of abnormal illness or injury, contact your veterinarian. 'Here again, cause for heightened awareness but let’s not overreact.'"
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