Expert Warns Australia Faces Likely Bird Flu Emergency

Dr Carol Booth of the Invasive Species Council warns that Australia is highly likely to face a bird flu emergency

Justin Tomlinson

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Expert Warns Australia Faces Likely Bird Flu Emergency

Dr Carol Booth of the Invasive Species Council has warned that Australia is facing a potential bird flu catastrophe. According to Booth, "in all likelihood," the nation is heading toward a major bird flu emergency.[1][2]

The warning from the Invasive Species Council expert highlights the high probability of an impending crisis. Dr Booth's assessment indicates that Australia must prepare for the likelihood of a bird flu emergency.[1][2]

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