Argentina: SENACSA intensifies national campaign against bovine brucellosis
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At every pointSampling is being carried out with the assistance of specialists from the Animal HEALTH Foundation (Fundasa), with priority given to females that have already given birth. The initial results are already providing important information about the animals' health.
"Brucellosis is endemic throughout the country, and we must take this into account. This campaign aims not only to identify the risk but also to reduce the number of infected animals, both male and female, in order to lower the incidence of the disease in the country," Duarte said.
The health plan is part of SENACSA's ongoing efforts to protect animal health and prevent losses in livestock production. it also has a direct impact on public health , asBrucellosis is a zoonosis transmitted to humans.
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