MANILA, Philippines—The Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI) on Wednesday assured the public that poultry products, including chicken meat and table eggs, remain safe for consumption following the containment of a bird flu case in Camarines Sur.

The agency said the Avian Influenza case has been fully resolved after the affected premises were placed under quarantine. Depopulation, disposal, and disinfection measures were implemented in accordance with national animal health protocols.

Surveillance activities conducted on May 9, 2025, within a one-kilometer radius of the area yielded negative results for Influenza Type A, confirming that the outbreak had been contained.

The Department of Agriculture (DA) prohibits the slaughter, sale, and consumption of sick or suspected animals. Only animals that pass veterinary inspection and are certified healthy are allowed to be distributed in the market.

Consumers are advised to buy meat with proper inspection certificates and to ensure proper handling and thorough cooking of poultry products.

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