Avian influenza – advice to the public

A record number of cases of avian influenza (or ‘bird flu’ as it’s commonly known) have been confirmed across England, Scotland, and Wales in wild and captive birds this winter. While avian influenza is not uncommon in winter and the risk to human health from infected birds is very low, a human case of avian ‘flu was confirmed in England earlier this month. As such, the public are advised not to touch sick or dead birds.

Link bridge between The Baird Family Hospital, ARI, and RACH

Work to build a link bridge between The Baird Family Hospital and Aberdeen Royal Infirmary (ARI) and the Royal Aberdeen Children’s Hospital (RACH) is due to start this month.