A terrible epidemic is spreading in Europe; a serious decision was made in Hungary

Published 2024년 8월 1일

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A outbreak of small ruminant plague (PPR) has occurred in Greece and Romania, leading to the temporary suspension of small ruminant shipments from Greece to EU member states. The disease, while not harmful to other animal species or humans, causes economic damage and is highly contagious among small ruminants. In response, authorities in Romania and Greece, along with Hungary, have implemented measures such as suspending shipments, inspecting arrivals, and increasing surveillance to prevent the spread of the disease. Additionally, animal health experts are investigating possible illegal animal transports and conducting enhanced epidemiological control of sheep and goat shipments to Contain the spread of the disease. Animal farmers in affected areas are advised to report any symptoms in their herds to the appropriate authorities.
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On July 11, 2024, a plague of small ruminants (peste de petit ruminants, PPR) broke out in Greece, in the region of Thessaly. Since then, the local authority has confirmed another 22 outbreaks. Based on the decision of the Greek chief veterinarian, all shipments of sheep and goats from the entire territory of Greece to EU member states are temporarily suspended, the National Food Chain Safety Office (Nébih) says in its announcement. In mid-July, the PPR epidemic also broke out in Romania. The disease was diagnosed in sheep in the area of the country bordering the Black Sea. Since the first case, Romanian authorities have verified 36 more outbreaks across the country, including in Temes County, which is closer to the Hungarian border. PPR is one of the most contagious diseases of small ruminants, but it is not dangerous for other animal species or humans. Its appearance causes serious economic damage. It is crucial to prevent the introduction of the virus into our country, ...
Source: Agronaplo

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