viral disease

Rift Valley Fever (RVF): A Zoonotic Threat to Ethiopian Livestock and Humans

Overview Rift Valley Fever (RVF) is a mosquito-borne viral disease that affects both livestock and humans. It is characterized by fever, abortion in pregnant animals, and encephalitis in humans. RVF can cause significant economic losses to livestock producers and public health concerns in Ethiopia. Transmission RVF is primarily transmitted by infected mosquitoes. The virus can […]

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Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR): A Viral Threat to Ethiopian Sheep and Goats

Overview Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR) is a highly contagious viral disease that primarily affects sheep and goats. It is characterized by fever, respiratory symptoms, and often death. PPR can cause significant economic losses to livestock producers in Ethiopia. Transmission PPR is primarily transmitted through direct contact with infected animals or their secretions. It can

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Newcastle Disease: A Viral Threat to Ethiopian Poultry

Overview Newcastle Disease (ND) is a highly contagious viral disease that primarily affects poultry. It is characterized by respiratory symptoms, nervous signs, and often death. ND can cause significant economic losses to poultry producers in Ethiopia. Transmission ND is primarily transmitted through direct contact with infected birds or their secretions. It can also be spread

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Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD): A Viral Threat to Ethiopian Cattle

Overview Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD) is a viral disease that affects cattle, causing skin nodules, fever, and reduced milk production. It is a significant economic burden on livestock industries worldwide, including Ethiopia. Transmission LSD is primarily transmitted through direct contact with infected animals or their secretions. It can also be spread through contaminated feed, water,

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