Poland is currently investigating an outbreak of avian influenza among cats
Veterinarians reported that dozens of cats have died, and some of the cases have been linked to H5N1 avian influenza. This is the first time that such a large number of cats have been affected by avian influenza. Concerns arose on Sunday when a veterinarian in western Poland reported the death of a cat exhibiting neurological and respiratory symptoms. Since then, numerous suspected cases have been reported in various parts of the country. Today, the General Veterinary Inspectorate confirmed that several samples from the Tri-City region in northern Poland tested positive for influenza. However, the exact type of influenza was not specified in the statement.
According to the National Veterinary Research Institute, some of the samples tested positive for H5N1 avian influenza. Approximately 70 suspected cases have been reported throughout Poland, although it remains unclear how many are connected to influenza. In Gdańsk, which is part of the Tri-City region, veterinary officials reported 28 cases of unusual illnesses, including 25 deaths.
