The Russian Ministry of Agriculture has approved new veterinary rules for combating brucellosis

The new rules contain updated requirements for diagnostics and prevention of the disease, as well as new data on laboratory tests and diagnostic methods. Restrictive measures have been established for cases of brucellosis detection. One of the key aspects is the procedure for sampling for serological studies, which is aimed at confirming the absence of pathogen circulation. For example, heifers and dairy cows must be examined twice a year with an interval of at least 180 days.

Brucellosis is an infectious disease of mammals caused by bacteria of the genus Brucella and can lead to mass abortions, infertility, and decreased productivity of livestock. Humans can become infected through contact with sick animals or through uncooked food.