A temporary nationwide standstill order for poultry farms and related transport will take effect in a bid to contain a wider spread of H5N6 bird flu.
Several European nations are under attack by a severe bird flu epidemic. Germany, Austria and Switzerland are among the worst affected countries.
New findings published in the journal of Applied Microbiology show that disinfectant wipes that are typically used in the kitchen (and other areas) can significantly reduce the risk of food poisoning.