Canadian Press NewsAlert: First case of deadly pig virus confirmed in Canada

OTTAWA – The first case of a deadly pig virus that has killed millions of baby pigs in the U.S. has been confirmed in Canada.

The Ontario Ministry of Agriculture says the case was discovered in a farm in Middlesex County, but adds there is no risk to human health or food safety.

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