Chile seeks to be the first country in Latin America to eradicate bovine brucellosis

게시됨 2024년 8월 19일

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Chile is nearing the goal of eradicating bovine brucellosis, a disease that has troubled livestock and public health for over half a century, positioning the country as a leader in animal health in Latin America. This achievement is the result of dedicated efforts by the Ministry of Agriculture, the Agricultural and Livestock Service (SAG), and ranchers, with the support of strict measures such as mandatory quarantines, mass vaccinations, and constant surveillance. Only a few regions still report cases of the disease, which causes reproductive and health issues in cows and can be transmitted to humans, leading to severe symptoms. The eradication of bovine brucellosis is expected to boost Chile's international standing, improve the competitiveness of national producers, and contribute to public health by eliminating a significant source of infection.

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Chile is about to reach an important milestone in animal health care, becoming the fourth country in the world to eradicate bovine brucellosis, a disease that has affected livestock and public health for more than 50 years. This achievement will highlight Chile as a leader in animal health in Latin America and reaffirm its commitment to public health. Bovine brucellosis is an infectious disease that primarily affects cows, causing abortions and decreasing milk production. This represents a great economic loss for cattle farmers. In addition, infected cows can suffer from fertility problems and other health problems that affect the productivity of the entire herd. But brucellosis does not only affect animals, it can also be transmitted to people. In humans, brucellosis can cause recurrent fever, night sweats, extreme fatigue, muscle and joint pain, loss of appetite and weight, and in some cases, more serious problems such as inflammation of the joints and testicles in men, or the ...

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