African Swine Fever -- Ukraine
Information received on [and dated] 22 Feb 2017 from Dr Olga Shevchenko, Head of Directorate for International Cooperation, State Service of Ukraine on Food Safety and Consumer Protection, Kiev, Ukraine
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 16 Feb 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 19 Feb 2017
Reason for notification: 1st occurrence of a listed disease
Manifestation of disease: clinical disease
Causal agent: African swine fever [ASF]
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Tuesday 28 February 2017
PRO/AH/EDR> Lyme disease - USA: (AR)
Lyme Disease -- United States
Ticks are the primary carriers of Lyme disease, and many other illnesses that are more common in Arkansas. Recently, the Arkansas Department of Health [ADH] determined that 2 cases of tick-borne disease met the surveillance definition for Lyme disease. A case in Arkansas has not met the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) surveillance definition since 2007.
Arkansas is considered a low-incidence state for Lyme cases by the CDC. Arkansas is in the low-incidence category based
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Ticks are the primary carriers of Lyme disease, and many other illnesses that are more common in Arkansas. Recently, the Arkansas Department of Health [ADH] determined that 2 cases of tick-borne disease met the surveillance definition for Lyme disease. A case in Arkansas has not met the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) surveillance definition since 2007.
Arkansas is considered a low-incidence state for Lyme cases by the CDC. Arkansas is in the low-incidence category based
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PRO/EDR> Mucormycosis - USA: (CA) fatal, lung, raw marijuana susp, immunocomprom. patient
Mucormycosis -- United States
1. Thompson GR 3rd, Tuscano JM, Dennis M, et al: A microbiome assessment of medical marijuana. Clin Microbiol Infect 2016, pii: S1198-743X(16)30605-X]
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1. Thompson GR 3rd, Tuscano JM, Dennis M, et al: A microbiome assessment of medical marijuana. Clin Microbiol Infect 2016, pii: S1198-743X(16)30605-X]
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[Medical marijuana refers to the use of the whole unprocessed marijuana plant or its basic extracts to treat a disease or symptom. Although, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has not recognized or approved the marijuana plant as medicine, it has approved 2 synthetic orally administered drugs that
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PRO/AH/EDR> Avian influenza (61): Nepal (Gandaki) H5N1, poultry, OIE
Avian Influenza H5N1 -- Nepal
Information received on [and dated] 25 Feb 2017 from Dr Bimal Kumar Nirmal, Doctor, Department of Livestock Services, DGA openRR, Nepal, Nepal
Summary:
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 17 Feb 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 22 Feb 2017
Reason for notification: reoccurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 22 May 2017
Manifestation of disease: clinical disease
Causal agent: Highly pathogenic avian influenza virus
Serotype:
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Information received on [and dated] 25 Feb 2017 from Dr Bimal Kumar Nirmal, Doctor, Department of Livestock Services, DGA openRR, Nepal, Nepal
Summary:
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 17 Feb 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 22 Feb 2017
Reason for notification: reoccurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 22 May 2017
Manifestation of disease: clinical disease
Causal agent: Highly pathogenic avian influenza virus
Serotype:
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PRO/AH/EDR> Small hive beetle infestation, apis - Belize: (CZ) 1st rep, OIE
Pests -- Belize
Information received on [and dated] 24 Feb 2017 from Dr Miguel Angel DePaz, Chief Veterinary Officer, Animal Health Department, Belize Agricultural Health Authority (BAHA), Central Farm, Belize
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 19 Sep 2016
Date of confirmation of the event: 26 Sep 2016
Reason for notification: 1st occurrence of a listed disease in the country
Causal agent: _Aethina tumida_ Murray
Nature of diagnosis: laboratory (basic)
This event
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Information received on [and dated] 24 Feb 2017 from Dr Miguel Angel DePaz, Chief Veterinary Officer, Animal Health Department, Belize Agricultural Health Authority (BAHA), Central Farm, Belize
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 19 Sep 2016
Date of confirmation of the event: 26 Sep 2016
Reason for notification: 1st occurrence of a listed disease in the country
Causal agent: _Aethina tumida_ Murray
Nature of diagnosis: laboratory (basic)
This event
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Monday 27 February 2017
PRO/PL> Cucumber green mottle mosaic virus - Australia: (QL) susp.
Other Plant Disease -- Australia
Queensland's cucurbit industry is on standby following a suspected case of cucumber green mottle mosaic virus at a greenhouse cucumber farm in the Bundaberg region. A seed company submitted samples [and] Biosecurity Queensland [BQ] now needs to undertake its own testing in order to confirm.
The Australian Melon Association [AMA] wants to know as soon as possible. [AMA's] Dianne Fullelove said the region was a significant growing area for cucurbit crops and the possibility of a CGMMV
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Queensland's cucurbit industry is on standby following a suspected case of cucumber green mottle mosaic virus at a greenhouse cucumber farm in the Bundaberg region. A seed company submitted samples [and] Biosecurity Queensland [BQ] now needs to undertake its own testing in order to confirm.
The Australian Melon Association [AMA] wants to know as soon as possible. [AMA's] Dianne Fullelove said the region was a significant growing area for cucurbit crops and the possibility of a CGMMV
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PRO/PL> Brown rot, potato - Switzerland: alert
Other Plant Disease -- Switzerland
The bacterial pathogen _Ralstonia solanacearum_ (Rs) has been identified for the first time in Switzerland. It was detected by laboratory analysis in early 2017 in several Cantons in a number of nurseries on ornamental rose plants imported from the Netherlands. It is, at the least, suspected in additional sites in other parts of the country.
The names of the businesses concerned are not being released by the authorities, due to economic considerations and because, so far, the pathogen has
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The bacterial pathogen _Ralstonia solanacearum_ (Rs) has been identified for the first time in Switzerland. It was detected by laboratory analysis in early 2017 in several Cantons in a number of nurseries on ornamental rose plants imported from the Netherlands. It is, at the least, suspected in additional sites in other parts of the country.
The names of the businesses concerned are not being released by the authorities, due to economic considerations and because, so far, the pathogen has
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PRO/AH/EDR> Avian influenza, human (27): Egypt (Fayoum) H5N1, RFI
Avian Influenza H5N1 -- Egypt
After a record-setting 2015, where Egypt reported 136 H5N1 cases (39 deaths), 2016 saw only 10 cases (and 3 deaths) reported. The reasons behind this welcomed drop are not clear, but it should be noted that several studies have suggested that the majority of avian flu cases are never identified and reported (see EID Journal: H5N1 in Egypt).
Today we have several Arabic media reports of a supposedly fatal case of avian flu (subtype not provided, but probably H5N1) in Fayoum, and at least 1
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After a record-setting 2015, where Egypt reported 136 H5N1 cases (39 deaths), 2016 saw only 10 cases (and 3 deaths) reported. The reasons behind this welcomed drop are not clear, but it should be noted that several studies have suggested that the majority of avian flu cases are never identified and reported (see EID Journal: H5N1 in Egypt).
Today we have several Arabic media reports of a supposedly fatal case of avian flu (subtype not provided, but probably H5N1) in Fayoum, and at least 1
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PRO/AH/EDR> Crimean-Congo hem. fever - Namibia: (OH) fatal, quarantine
Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever -- Namibia
A Gobabis [Omaheke region] farmworker (26) died on Wednesday [22 Feb 2017] at the Gobabis District Hospital of [Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever], the health ministry has said.
The unidentified man died 2 days later after being admitted when he vomited blood. He was treated for fever, diarrhoea, and coughing a few days earlier. Family members confirmed that he was bitten by a tick.
Speaking to the media this morning [24 Feb 2017] in Windhoek, health permanent secretary [PS] Andreas
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A Gobabis [Omaheke region] farmworker (26) died on Wednesday [22 Feb 2017] at the Gobabis District Hospital of [Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever], the health ministry has said.
The unidentified man died 2 days later after being admitted when he vomited blood. He was treated for fever, diarrhoea, and coughing a few days earlier. Family members confirmed that he was bitten by a tick.
Speaking to the media this morning [24 Feb 2017] in Windhoek, health permanent secretary [PS] Andreas
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PRO/EDR> Mumps - USA(06)
Mumps -- United States
The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) was recently notified by the University of Alabama (UA) Student Health Center that several students had been diagnosed with mumps. ADPH is investigating these notifiable disease cases and working closely with UA to contact potentially exposed people.
Description:
The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) was recently notified by the University of Alabama (UA) Student Health Center that several students had been diagnosed with mumps.
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The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) was recently notified by the University of Alabama (UA) Student Health Center that several students had been diagnosed with mumps. ADPH is investigating these notifiable disease cases and working closely with UA to contact potentially exposed people.
Description:
The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) was recently notified by the University of Alabama (UA) Student Health Center that several students had been diagnosed with mumps.
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PRO/AH/EDR> Avian influenza, human (26): China (HE) H7N9
Avian Influenza H7N9 -- China
The HFPC of Henan province reported 3 new human H7N9 AIV cases during [16 to 24 Feb 2017]. Two cases in Shangqiu city and 1 case in Nanyang city. One of the 3 cases was in serious condition. All 3 cases are receiving treatment.
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Date: Sat 25 Feb 2017
Source: Outbreak News Today
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The HFPC of Henan province reported 3 new human H7N9 AIV cases during [16 to 24 Feb 2017]. Two cases in Shangqiu city and 1 case in Nanyang city. One of the 3 cases was in serious condition. All 3 cases are receiving treatment.
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Date: Sat 25 Feb 2017
Source: Outbreak News Today
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PRO/AH/EDR> Avian influenza (60): Europe (Lithuania, Russia) wild birds, HPAI H5N8, H5, OIE, RFI
Avian Influenza H5N8, Avian Influenza -- Lithuania
Information received on [and dated] 27 Feb 2017 from Dr Vidmantas Paulauskas, Deputy Director, State Food and Veterinary Service, DGA openRR, Vilnius, Lithuania
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 27 Feb 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 27 Feb 2017
Reason for notification: first occurrence of a listed disease in the country
Causal agent: highly pathogenic influenza A virus
Serotype: H5N8
Nature of diagnosis: laboratory (basic and
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Information received on [and dated] 27 Feb 2017 from Dr Vidmantas Paulauskas, Deputy Director, State Food and Veterinary Service, DGA openRR, Vilnius, Lithuania
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 27 Feb 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 27 Feb 2017
Reason for notification: first occurrence of a listed disease in the country
Causal agent: highly pathogenic influenza A virus
Serotype: H5N8
Nature of diagnosis: laboratory (basic and
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PRO/EDR> Foodborne illness - Canada: (MB) healthcare lecture catering
Foodborne Illness -- Canada
More than a dozen employees of the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority got food poisoning from food served at an event held at St. Boniface Hospital earlier this week.
On [Tue 21 Feb 2017], 19 staff contracted food poisoning while attending an internally catered lecture for the Grand Rounds lecture series at the hospital, a WRHA spokesperson confirmed [Sun 26 Feb 2017].
"Of the staff that became ill, 1 required intravenous fluids due to dehydration," the spokesperson wrote in an email.
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More than a dozen employees of the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority got food poisoning from food served at an event held at St. Boniface Hospital earlier this week.
On [Tue 21 Feb 2017], 19 staff contracted food poisoning while attending an internally catered lecture for the Grand Rounds lecture series at the hospital, a WRHA spokesperson confirmed [Sun 26 Feb 2017].
"Of the staff that became ill, 1 required intravenous fluids due to dehydration," the spokesperson wrote in an email.
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PRO/EDR> Cholera, diarrhea & dysentery update (07): Americas
Cholera -- Haiti
Between epidemiological week (EW) 1 and 5 of 2017 [1 Jan-3 Feb 2017], a total of 1897 cholera cases were reported in Haiti, including 28 deaths. In the Dominican Republic, from the beginning of the year to EW 2 of 2017 [1-13 Jan 2017], there were 7 suspected cholera cases and 2 confirmed cases reported, including 1 death.
In 2016, 4 countries of the Americas: the Dominican Republic (1159), Ecuador (1)*, Haiti (41 421), and Mexico (1)* reported suspected and confirmed cases.
In Haiti, in
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Between epidemiological week (EW) 1 and 5 of 2017 [1 Jan-3 Feb 2017], a total of 1897 cholera cases were reported in Haiti, including 28 deaths. In the Dominican Republic, from the beginning of the year to EW 2 of 2017 [1-13 Jan 2017], there were 7 suspected cholera cases and 2 confirmed cases reported, including 1 death.
In 2016, 4 countries of the Americas: the Dominican Republic (1159), Ecuador (1)*, Haiti (41 421), and Mexico (1)* reported suspected and confirmed cases.
In Haiti, in
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Sunday 26 February 2017
PRO/EDR> Hepatitis E - Chad (03): (SA)
Hepatitis E -- Chad
The Ministry of Public Health of Chad has officially declared an epidemic of hepatitis E in the region of Salamat, southeastern Chad.
The epidemic has already claimed the lives of 12 people, including 4 pregnant women. A total of 956 cases have been identified so far. MSF and UNICEF are currently working with the authorities to provide a response in a context of insufficient epidemiological surveillance, very limited presence of medical actors, and lack of safe access to water and
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The Ministry of Public Health of Chad has officially declared an epidemic of hepatitis E in the region of Salamat, southeastern Chad.
The epidemic has already claimed the lives of 12 people, including 4 pregnant women. A total of 956 cases have been identified so far. MSF and UNICEF are currently working with the authorities to provide a response in a context of insufficient epidemiological surveillance, very limited presence of medical actors, and lack of safe access to water and
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PRO/AH/EDR> Ebola update (09): news, research, funding
Ebola -- Worldwide/Unknown
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PRO/EDR> Meningitis, meningococcal - Malta: fatal, serogroup B, vaccine shortage
Meningitis - Neisseria -- Malta
The meningitis B vaccine shortage [is] likely to persist. Malta will have to wait its turn, manufacturers say. Global demand for the vaccine outstrips supply, manufacturers say.
A one-year-old baby died of [meningococcal] meningitis [serogroup] B, a disease against which vaccines are currently unavailable, this newspaper is informed. Sources said the baby died last month [January 2017] after contracting the disease that affects the lining around the brain and spinal cord. The Central
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The meningitis B vaccine shortage [is] likely to persist. Malta will have to wait its turn, manufacturers say. Global demand for the vaccine outstrips supply, manufacturers say.
A one-year-old baby died of [meningococcal] meningitis [serogroup] B, a disease against which vaccines are currently unavailable, this newspaper is informed. Sources said the baby died last month [January 2017] after contracting the disease that affects the lining around the brain and spinal cord. The Central
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Saturday 25 February 2017
PRO/AH> Hantavirus update - Americas (19): Panama (LS)
Hantavirus -- Panama
Dr. German Solis, Regional Health Director in the Los Santos province, this [Fri 24 Feb 2017] confirmed the 1st case of hantavirus fever.
According to the Director, the patient is from the Tonosi area in Los Santos [province]. The 75 years old person affected by [a] hantavirus [infection] is however is progressing satisfactorily and currently is in stable condition.
This will be the 1st person confirmed with hantavirus fever in 2017 in the Los Santos province.
The [health] authorities
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Dr. German Solis, Regional Health Director in the Los Santos province, this [Fri 24 Feb 2017] confirmed the 1st case of hantavirus fever.
According to the Director, the patient is from the Tonosi area in Los Santos [province]. The 75 years old person affected by [a] hantavirus [infection] is however is progressing satisfactorily and currently is in stable condition.
This will be the 1st person confirmed with hantavirus fever in 2017 in the Los Santos province.
The [health] authorities
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PRO/AH/EDR> Yellow fever - Americas (25): Brazil PAHO/WHO
Yellow Fever -- Brazil
From 01 Dec 2016 to 22 Feb 2017, a total of 1336 cases of yellow fever infection (292 confirmed, 920 suspected, and 124 discarded), including 215 deaths (101 confirmed, 109 suspected, 5 discarded), have been detected in 6 states (Bahia, Espirito Santo, Minas Gerais, Rio Grande do Norte, Sao Paulo, and Tocantins). The estimated case fatality rate is 35 percent for confirmed cases and 12 percent for suspected cases. To date, the majority (86 percent) of the confirmed cases are men and of which,
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From 01 Dec 2016 to 22 Feb 2017, a total of 1336 cases of yellow fever infection (292 confirmed, 920 suspected, and 124 discarded), including 215 deaths (101 confirmed, 109 suspected, 5 discarded), have been detected in 6 states (Bahia, Espirito Santo, Minas Gerais, Rio Grande do Norte, Sao Paulo, and Tocantins). The estimated case fatality rate is 35 percent for confirmed cases and 12 percent for suspected cases. To date, the majority (86 percent) of the confirmed cases are men and of which,
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PRO/AH/EDR> Lassa fever - West Africa (07): Nigeria (BA)
Lassa Fever -- Nigeria
In Bauchi state, 4 people died from a fresh outbreak of Lassa fever. The state commissioner of health, Dr Halima Mukaddas disclosed this in a press briefing today [Fri 24 Feb 2017] in Bauchi.
She said 1 person is still undergoing treatment from the 5 cases so far recorded since January [2017]. According to the commissioner, the 4 deaths were recorded in Bauchi, Alkaleri and Ganjuwa local government areas of the state. She said 2 persons died from the disease in Bauchi and 1 in Alkaleri and
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In Bauchi state, 4 people died from a fresh outbreak of Lassa fever. The state commissioner of health, Dr Halima Mukaddas disclosed this in a press briefing today [Fri 24 Feb 2017] in Bauchi.
She said 1 person is still undergoing treatment from the 5 cases so far recorded since January [2017]. According to the commissioner, the 4 deaths were recorded in Bauchi, Alkaleri and Ganjuwa local government areas of the state. She said 2 persons died from the disease in Bauchi and 1 in Alkaleri and
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PRO/AH/EDR> Toxic spider Bite - Australia: funnel web spider
Bite -- Australia
A 10-year-old Australian boy has survived being bitten by one of the world's most venomous spiders after being treated with 12 vials of anti-venom, reports say.
It is thought to be one of the largest doses of anti-venom ever administered in Australia.
[MM] was bitten on his finger by a funnel-web spider while helping his father clear out a shed. He suffered multiple seizures, dilated eyes and began frothing at the mouth.
"It sort of clawed onto me and all the legs and everything
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A 10-year-old Australian boy has survived being bitten by one of the world's most venomous spiders after being treated with 12 vials of anti-venom, reports say.
It is thought to be one of the largest doses of anti-venom ever administered in Australia.
[MM] was bitten on his finger by a funnel-web spider while helping his father clear out a shed. He suffered multiple seizures, dilated eyes and began frothing at the mouth.
"It sort of clawed onto me and all the legs and everything
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PRO/AH/EDR> Avian influenza (59): Ireland, HPAI H5N8, swan
Avian Influenza H5N8 -- Ireland
A total of 3 birds tested positive for the H5N8 virus in Co Galway this week [week of 19 Feb 2017], the Department of Agriculture has reported.
The wild whooper swans were found at Clondroon Lake in Milltown, Co Galway, the Department said on [Fri 24 Feb 2017]. This brings to 12 the number of wild birds diagnosed with the highly pathogenic strain of avian influenza in the Republic so far. With one Northern Irish case detected in a wild swan in Co Derry earlier this month [February 2017],
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A total of 3 birds tested positive for the H5N8 virus in Co Galway this week [week of 19 Feb 2017], the Department of Agriculture has reported.
The wild whooper swans were found at Clondroon Lake in Milltown, Co Galway, the Department said on [Fri 24 Feb 2017]. This brings to 12 the number of wild birds diagnosed with the highly pathogenic strain of avian influenza in the Republic so far. With one Northern Irish case detected in a wild swan in Co Derry earlier this month [February 2017],
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PRO/AH> Influenza (05): WHO global update, vaccine effectiveness, new A/H3N2 clade
Influenza -- Worldwide/Unknown
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Influenza activity in the temperate zone of the northern hemisphere continued to be elevated. Many countries especially in East Asia and Europe appeared to have already peaked and were reporting decreasing trends. Worldwide, influenza A(H3N2) virus was predominant. The majority of influenza viruses characterized so far were similar antigenically to the reference viruses contained in vaccines for use in the 2016-2017 northern hemisphere influenza season. Nearly all tested
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Influenza activity in the temperate zone of the northern hemisphere continued to be elevated. Many countries especially in East Asia and Europe appeared to have already peaked and were reporting decreasing trends. Worldwide, influenza A(H3N2) virus was predominant. The majority of influenza viruses characterized so far were similar antigenically to the reference viruses contained in vaccines for use in the 2016-2017 northern hemisphere influenza season. Nearly all tested
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PRO/AH/EDR> Lassa fever - West Africa (06): Nigeria
Lassa Fever -- Nigeria
The Lassa fever outbreak is currently active in 9 States across Nigeria; Ogun, Bauchi, Plateau, Ebonyi, Ondo, Edo, Taraba, Nasarawa and Rivers. In reporting week 6 2017, 13 new suspected cases were reported from 7 LGAs in 7 States. Laboratory investigations carried out for Lassa Fever and other VHFs confirmed 4 Lassa Fever positive cases. One death was recorded (Case Fatality Rate for the week among suspect cases: 8 percent). The onset of this outbreak in Nigeria dates back to December 2016
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The Lassa fever outbreak is currently active in 9 States across Nigeria; Ogun, Bauchi, Plateau, Ebonyi, Ondo, Edo, Taraba, Nasarawa and Rivers. In reporting week 6 2017, 13 new suspected cases were reported from 7 LGAs in 7 States. Laboratory investigations carried out for Lassa Fever and other VHFs confirmed 4 Lassa Fever positive cases. One death was recorded (Case Fatality Rate for the week among suspect cases: 8 percent). The onset of this outbreak in Nigeria dates back to December 2016
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PRO/AH/EDR> Marteilia refringens - Norway: (HO) mussels, 1st rep, OIE
-- Norway
Information received on 23 Feb 2017 from Dre Kristina Landsverk, Chief Veterinary Officer, Norwegian Food Safety Authority, Ministry of Agriculture and Food, Brumunddal, Norway
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 22 Feb 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 22 Feb 2017
Reason for notification: First occurrence of a listed disease in the country
Casual agent: _Marteilia refringens_
Nature of diagnosis: suspicion, necropsy
This event pertains to a
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Information received on 23 Feb 2017 from Dre Kristina Landsverk, Chief Veterinary Officer, Norwegian Food Safety Authority, Ministry of Agriculture and Food, Brumunddal, Norway
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 22 Feb 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 22 Feb 2017
Reason for notification: First occurrence of a listed disease in the country
Casual agent: _Marteilia refringens_
Nature of diagnosis: suspicion, necropsy
This event pertains to a
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PRO/AH/EDR> Avian influenza, human (25): China (SD, GX), H7N9
Avian Influenza H7N9 -- China
Tengzhou city of Zaozhuang city in Shandong province reported a human H7N9 case on [Wed 22 Feb 2017]. The male patient, surname [Z], admitted into Tengzhou city worker's hospital due to fever on [Sun 19 Feb 2017], and was transferred to Tengzhou city people´s hospital for quarantining and treatment. The patient was in stable condition and all close contacts (wife, son and daughter) were under medical monitoring.
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Tengzhou city of Zaozhuang city in Shandong province reported a human H7N9 case on [Wed 22 Feb 2017]. The male patient, surname [Z], admitted into Tengzhou city worker's hospital due to fever on [Sun 19 Feb 2017], and was transferred to Tengzhou city people´s hospital for quarantining and treatment. The patient was in stable condition and all close contacts (wife, son and daughter) were under medical monitoring.
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Date: Sat 25
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PRO/EDR> Meningitis, meningococcal - Togo: fatal, emergence of serogroup W
Meningitis - Neisseria -- Togo
Since [Sun 1 Jan 2017], 201 suspected cases of meningitis with 17 deaths were reported by 19 health districts. In week 2, the district of Akebou, which is part of the Plateau Region, issued an alert after 4 cases of meningitis were reported. In week 4, the epidemic threshold was reached with 9 cases and an attack rate of 12.4 per 100 000 inhabitants. From 2 January to 12 February 2017, 48 suspected meningitis cases with 3 deaths were reported (case fatality rate of 6.3 percent). Of these, 14
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Since [Sun 1 Jan 2017], 201 suspected cases of meningitis with 17 deaths were reported by 19 health districts. In week 2, the district of Akebou, which is part of the Plateau Region, issued an alert after 4 cases of meningitis were reported. In week 4, the epidemic threshold was reached with 9 cases and an attack rate of 12.4 per 100 000 inhabitants. From 2 January to 12 February 2017, 48 suspected meningitis cases with 3 deaths were reported (case fatality rate of 6.3 percent). Of these, 14
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PRO/AH/EDR> VX Chemical weapons - Indonesia: fatality
-- Malaysia
Kim Jong-nam, the half-brother of North Korea's leader, was killed by a highly toxic nerve agent, says Malaysia.
Mr Kim died last week [week of 12 Feb 2017] after 2 women accosted him briefly in a check-in hall at a Kuala Lumpur airport.
Malaysian toxicology reports indicate he was attacked using VX nerve agent, which is classified as a weapon of mass destruction by the United Nations.
There is widespread suspicion that North Korea was responsible for the attack, which it fiercely
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Kim Jong-nam, the half-brother of North Korea's leader, was killed by a highly toxic nerve agent, says Malaysia.
Mr Kim died last week [week of 12 Feb 2017] after 2 women accosted him briefly in a check-in hall at a Kuala Lumpur airport.
Malaysian toxicology reports indicate he was attacked using VX nerve agent, which is classified as a weapon of mass destruction by the United Nations.
There is widespread suspicion that North Korea was responsible for the attack, which it fiercely
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PRO/EDR> Streptococcus, group A, invasive - Belgium: fatal, increase cases
Strep -- Belgium
Since December 2016, the National Reference Centre (NRC) for beta-hemolytic streptococci has received a higher number [of] invasive group A streptococci (GAS) [also known as _Streptococcus pyogenes_] isolates than previous years. Streptococcal toxic shock syndrome (STSS), necrotizing fasciitis, and puerperal fever or sepsis caused by GAS are notifiable in Belgium, but the local laboratories are not obliged to submit the isolates to the NRC.
Since December 2016, 72 _S. pyogenes_ strains were
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Since December 2016, the National Reference Centre (NRC) for beta-hemolytic streptococci has received a higher number [of] invasive group A streptococci (GAS) [also known as _Streptococcus pyogenes_] isolates than previous years. Streptococcal toxic shock syndrome (STSS), necrotizing fasciitis, and puerperal fever or sepsis caused by GAS are notifiable in Belgium, but the local laboratories are not obliged to submit the isolates to the NRC.
Since December 2016, 72 _S. pyogenes_ strains were
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Friday 24 February 2017
PRO/AH/EDR> Arbovirus clusters - South Africa: West Nile, Sindbis, alert
West Nile Virus -- South Africa
Cases of rash, myalgia, and fever have been reported over the past 2 months mostly from residents of Johannesburg, Gauteng Province.
Around 45 cases have been followed up by the NICD [National Institute for Communicable Diseases] but likely there are a number of others.
Typically a sick person reported mild-to-moderate headache and myalgia lasting 1-2 days, followed by the onset of a rash initially on the trunk and progressing over 1-2 days to the limbs, palms, and soles. The rash
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Cases of rash, myalgia, and fever have been reported over the past 2 months mostly from residents of Johannesburg, Gauteng Province.
Around 45 cases have been followed up by the NICD [National Institute for Communicable Diseases] but likely there are a number of others.
Typically a sick person reported mild-to-moderate headache and myalgia lasting 1-2 days, followed by the onset of a rash initially on the trunk and progressing over 1-2 days to the limbs, palms, and soles. The rash
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PRO/AH/EDR> Avian influenza, human (24): China (JX), H7N9, control measures
Avian Influenza H7N9 -- China
An eastern Chinese city joined others across the country in banning live poultry sales amid fears over the deadly H7N9 strain of bird flu.
The ban is effective for 2 weeks starting today [Wed 22 Feb 2017] in Nanchang, capital of eastern Jiangxi Province. All poultry markets in the city, will be disinfected.
The Nanchang Municipal Center for Disease Control and Prevention said the public do not need to panic. Jiangxi reported 28 human H7N9 cases, with 7 deaths, from January to
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An eastern Chinese city joined others across the country in banning live poultry sales amid fears over the deadly H7N9 strain of bird flu.
The ban is effective for 2 weeks starting today [Wed 22 Feb 2017] in Nanchang, capital of eastern Jiangxi Province. All poultry markets in the city, will be disinfected.
The Nanchang Municipal Center for Disease Control and Prevention said the public do not need to panic. Jiangxi reported 28 human H7N9 cases, with 7 deaths, from January to
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PRO/AH/EDR> Avian influenza (58): Europe (Belgium, Czech Rep) wildfowl, poultry, spread
Avian Influenza -- Belgium
The H5N8 bird flu virus was first detected in a dead wild swan in Oud-Heverlee (Flemish Brabant), the Federal Agency for Safety in the Food Chain (Afsca) said in a statement. It reminds holders of poultry and other birds that they must "properly apply the mandatory measures to protect their animals against this virus."
"This is the 1st confirmed case in Belgium among wildlife," said Federal Agriculture Minister Willy Borsus, in the statement. "This shows that the risk is still present," he
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The H5N8 bird flu virus was first detected in a dead wild swan in Oud-Heverlee (Flemish Brabant), the Federal Agency for Safety in the Food Chain (Afsca) said in a statement. It reminds holders of poultry and other birds that they must "properly apply the mandatory measures to protect their animals against this virus."
"This is the 1st confirmed case in Belgium among wildlife," said Federal Agriculture Minister Willy Borsus, in the statement. "This shows that the risk is still present," he
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PRO/AH> Hantavirus update - Americas (18): USA (TX) susp
Hantavirus -- United States
We are looking into reports of a possible hantavirus [infection] case in Hockley County [Texas]. 2 sources tell KCBD that Family Dollar [discount store] has been closed due to the hantavirus.
We spoke with an employee who says she tested positive for the virus, and photos were taken at the store today [20 Feb 2017] of signs posted on the door saying the business is closed until further notice.
KCBD reached out to Family Dollar Spokesperson Randy Guiler who said it voluntarily closed its
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We are looking into reports of a possible hantavirus [infection] case in Hockley County [Texas]. 2 sources tell KCBD that Family Dollar [discount store] has been closed due to the hantavirus.
We spoke with an employee who says she tested positive for the virus, and photos were taken at the store today [20 Feb 2017] of signs posted on the door saying the business is closed until further notice.
KCBD reached out to Family Dollar Spokesperson Randy Guiler who said it voluntarily closed its
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PRO/AH/EDR> Anthrax - Kazakhstan: (PA) court case arising
Anthrax -- Worldwide/Unknown
The culprits of anthrax outbreak last year [2016] in Pavlodar region have been sentenced to custodial restraint. "The suspects admitted their fault. The court of Irtysh district sentenced them to 1.5 years custodial restraint," said the press-service of Pavlodar region's court.
In July 2016, 3 people were taken to regional infection hospital of Irtysh district. A 51-year-old villager died. Police revealed that an inhabitant of Abasov village did not discover the cause of abnormal cow
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The culprits of anthrax outbreak last year [2016] in Pavlodar region have been sentenced to custodial restraint. "The suspects admitted their fault. The court of Irtysh district sentenced them to 1.5 years custodial restraint," said the press-service of Pavlodar region's court.
In July 2016, 3 people were taken to regional infection hospital of Irtysh district. A 51-year-old villager died. Police revealed that an inhabitant of Abasov village did not discover the cause of abnormal cow
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PRO/AH/EDR> Avian cholera - USA (03): (ID) wild birds
Avian Cholera -- United States
An estimated 500 to 600 ducks and geese have died due to avian cholera near Parma in western Idaho.
The Idaho Department of Fish and Game in a news release [Tue 21 Feb 2017] says the birds were found dead on private land on Feb. 9. [2017].
Officials say tests on 2 Canada geese, 6 mallards, and a red-tailed hawk identified avian cholera as the cause of the deaths.
Experts say avian cholera is caused by a bacterium spread by dead or dying birds, and that dense concentrations of
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An estimated 500 to 600 ducks and geese have died due to avian cholera near Parma in western Idaho.
The Idaho Department of Fish and Game in a news release [Tue 21 Feb 2017] says the birds were found dead on private land on Feb. 9. [2017].
Officials say tests on 2 Canada geese, 6 mallards, and a red-tailed hawk identified avian cholera as the cause of the deaths.
Experts say avian cholera is caused by a bacterium spread by dead or dying birds, and that dense concentrations of
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PRO/AH/EDR> Equine herpesvirus & strangles - USA: (NV) equine
Equine Herpes Virus, Strangles -- United States
State officials are warning that they have received reports of horses across Nevada that have been exposed to a herpes virus and a bacterial infection.
The Nevada Department of Agriculture said people have reported horses contracting equine herpesvirus type 4, or EHV-4, and _Streptococcus equi_ bacterial infection, also known as strangles or equine distemper.
Officials say these diseases are highly contagious among horses, and the state veterinarian has recommended postponing a high
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State officials are warning that they have received reports of horses across Nevada that have been exposed to a herpes virus and a bacterial infection.
The Nevada Department of Agriculture said people have reported horses contracting equine herpesvirus type 4, or EHV-4, and _Streptococcus equi_ bacterial infection, also known as strangles or equine distemper.
Officials say these diseases are highly contagious among horses, and the state veterinarian has recommended postponing a high
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PRO/AH/EDR> Leptospirosis - USA (03): (IL) canine, alert, RFI
Leptospirosis -- United States
Veterinarians have issued a warning about a serious bacteria outbreak that could kill your dog.
The [bacterial disease] is called "leptospirosis" or "lepto" for short. [The bacterium] infects dogs by burrowing into their skin, then, it spreads throughout the dog's body.
More cases of the bacterial infection are being found in Chicago, especially in the Lake View area.
Leptospirosis is spread through [contact with the urine of infected rodents] and if left unfound, can be deadly for
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Veterinarians have issued a warning about a serious bacteria outbreak that could kill your dog.
The [bacterial disease] is called "leptospirosis" or "lepto" for short. [The bacterium] infects dogs by burrowing into their skin, then, it spreads throughout the dog's body.
More cases of the bacterial infection are being found in Chicago, especially in the Lake View area.
Leptospirosis is spread through [contact with the urine of infected rodents] and if left unfound, can be deadly for
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PRO/AH/EDR> Equine herpesvirus - North America (12): USA (TX) equine
Equine Herpes Virus -- United States
Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) confirmed equine herpes myeloencephalopathy (EHM), the neurologic disease linked to equine herpesvirus (EHV-1), in a Denton County barrel racing horse on [21 Feb 2017].
The horse showed signs of ataxia, loss of coordination of the muscles, and other neurologic signs consistent with EHM when evaluated by a local veterinarian. The premises is under quarantine and TAHC staff is working closely with the owner and veterinarian to implement testing protocols
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Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) confirmed equine herpes myeloencephalopathy (EHM), the neurologic disease linked to equine herpesvirus (EHV-1), in a Denton County barrel racing horse on [21 Feb 2017].
The horse showed signs of ataxia, loss of coordination of the muscles, and other neurologic signs consistent with EHM when evaluated by a local veterinarian. The premises is under quarantine and TAHC staff is working closely with the owner and veterinarian to implement testing protocols
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Thursday 23 February 2017
PRO/PL> Undiagnosed disease, pineapple - Uganda: (IB), RFI
Undiagnosed -- Uganda
Farmers in Ibanda [District, Western Region] are in fear following the outbreak of an unknown disease that attacks the pineapple leaves before killing the entire plant in a matter of weeks. Most of the crops turn yellowish when they reach the yielding time and eventually dry off.
Different chemicals to fight the disease [had no] success. The farmers have reached out to the district agriculture officers but couldn't get a proper diagnosis.
[Byline: Jimmy Twist]
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Communicated
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Farmers in Ibanda [District, Western Region] are in fear following the outbreak of an unknown disease that attacks the pineapple leaves before killing the entire plant in a matter of weeks. Most of the crops turn yellowish when they reach the yielding time and eventually dry off.
Different chemicals to fight the disease [had no] success. The farmers have reached out to the district agriculture officers but couldn't get a proper diagnosis.
[Byline: Jimmy Twist]
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Communicated
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Recalls: Allergens and continued Listeria concerns
Food recalls have been made by USA, England, Ireland, Canada, Hong Kong, Germany, Austria, Netherlands and Denmark.
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PRO/EDR> Mumps update (05): USA (PA, MO - RFI), Canada (ON, AB)
Mumps -- United States
Penn State University Health Services (UHS) is reporting that 2 cases of mumps have been confirmed on the University Park campus.
The students were isolated in accordance with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Pennsylvania Department of Health protocols and recommendations, and UHS staff have been in touch with those who have been in close contact with the individuals. The Pennsylvania Department of Health is monitoring the situation.
Mumps is a highly infectious disease
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Penn State University Health Services (UHS) is reporting that 2 cases of mumps have been confirmed on the University Park campus.
The students were isolated in accordance with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Pennsylvania Department of Health protocols and recommendations, and UHS staff have been in touch with those who have been in close contact with the individuals. The Pennsylvania Department of Health is monitoring the situation.
Mumps is a highly infectious disease
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PRO/AH/EDR> Avian influenza (57): Spain (CT) poultry, HPAI H5N8, OIE
Avian Influenza H5N8 -- Spain
Information received on 23 Feb 2017 from Dr Valentin Almansa, Director General, Sanidad de la Produccion Agraria, Ministerio de Agricultura, Alimentacion y Medio Ambiente, Madrid, Spain
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 18 Feb 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 23 Feb 2017
Reason for notification: new strain of a listed disease in the country
Causal agent: highly pathogenic avian influenza virus
Serotype: H5N8
Nature of diagnosis: laboratory
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Information received on 23 Feb 2017 from Dr Valentin Almansa, Director General, Sanidad de la Produccion Agraria, Ministerio de Agricultura, Alimentacion y Medio Ambiente, Madrid, Spain
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 18 Feb 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 23 Feb 2017
Reason for notification: new strain of a listed disease in the country
Causal agent: highly pathogenic avian influenza virus
Serotype: H5N8
Nature of diagnosis: laboratory
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PRO/AH/EDR> Avian influenza (56): China, HPAI H7N9, poultry, human, control measures
Avian Influenza H7N9 -- China
China's State Council has called for continued efforts on prevention and control of an H7N9 bird flu outbreak.
Information about the outbreak should be widely available to prevent panic and strengthen monitoring of transportation and trade of live poultry, according to a statement released after a State Council executive meeting chaired by Premier Li Keqiang on [Wed 22 Feb 2017].
The government ordered better management of live poultry markets, including closure, sanitation and
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China's State Council has called for continued efforts on prevention and control of an H7N9 bird flu outbreak.
Information about the outbreak should be widely available to prevent panic and strengthen monitoring of transportation and trade of live poultry, according to a statement released after a State Council executive meeting chaired by Premier Li Keqiang on [Wed 22 Feb 2017].
The government ordered better management of live poultry markets, including closure, sanitation and
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PRO/EDR> Hepatitis C - USA: (IA)
Hepatitis C -- United States
The Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) has released its 1st report on hepatitis C infection in Iowa. Hepatitis C is the leading cause of liver cancer and liver transplants in the USA. A comparison of data from 2000 to 2015 shows the number of Iowans diagnosed with hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection increased nearly 3-fold, from 754 cases in 2000 to 2235 cases in 2015. The number of HCV diagnoses among those between the ages of 18 and 30 has more than quadrupled since 2009, with 303
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The Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) has released its 1st report on hepatitis C infection in Iowa. Hepatitis C is the leading cause of liver cancer and liver transplants in the USA. A comparison of data from 2000 to 2015 shows the number of Iowans diagnosed with hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection increased nearly 3-fold, from 754 cases in 2000 to 2235 cases in 2015. The number of HCV diagnoses among those between the ages of 18 and 30 has more than quadrupled since 2009, with 303
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PRO/AH/EDR> Sheep pox & goat pox - Israel: (HZ) ovine, OIE
Sheep/Goat Pox -- Israel
Information received on [and dated] 23 Feb 2017 from Dr Nadav Galon, director, Veterinary Services and Animal Health, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Bet Dagan, Israel
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 19 Feb 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 22 Feb 2017
Reason for notification: reoccurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 30 Nov 2016
Manifestation of disease: clinical disease
Causal agent: Sheep pox
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Information received on [and dated] 23 Feb 2017 from Dr Nadav Galon, director, Veterinary Services and Animal Health, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Bet Dagan, Israel
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 19 Feb 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 22 Feb 2017
Reason for notification: reoccurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 30 Nov 2016
Manifestation of disease: clinical disease
Causal agent: Sheep pox
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PRO/AH/EDR> Tularemia - USA: (MN ex SD) fish hook injury, 2016
Tularemia -- United States
On 27 Jun 2016, the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Public Health Laboratory (PHL) was notified of a suspected _Francisella tularensis_ isolate cultured at a hospital laboratory. The isolate was confirmed as F. tularensis type B at MDH PHL by reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction, culture, and direct fluorescent antibody testing. _Francisella tularensis_ subspecies tularensis (type A) and holarctica (type B) bacteria are the causative agents of tularemia.
MDH initiated an
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On 27 Jun 2016, the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Public Health Laboratory (PHL) was notified of a suspected _Francisella tularensis_ isolate cultured at a hospital laboratory. The isolate was confirmed as F. tularensis type B at MDH PHL by reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction, culture, and direct fluorescent antibody testing. _Francisella tularensis_ subspecies tularensis (type A) and holarctica (type B) bacteria are the causative agents of tularemia.
MDH initiated an
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PRO/AH/EDR> Bluetongue - Europe: (France) bovine, ovine, st 8, update
Bluetongue -- France
The confirmation of bluetongue outbreaks in France is based on PCR positive results. Since the BTV-8 viral genome in cattle can be detected by PCR up to 6 months post infection (references 1,2), it is expected that bluetongue outbreaks keep being detected, even in free-vector periods. BTV-8 monitoring is on-going even during the vector free periods through different surveillance schemes (programmed surveillance, clinical surveillance, RT-PCR analyses on animals leaving the restricted zone).
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The confirmation of bluetongue outbreaks in France is based on PCR positive results. Since the BTV-8 viral genome in cattle can be detected by PCR up to 6 months post infection (references 1,2), it is expected that bluetongue outbreaks keep being detected, even in free-vector periods. BTV-8 monitoring is on-going even during the vector free periods through different surveillance schemes (programmed surveillance, clinical surveillance, RT-PCR analyses on animals leaving the restricted zone).
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PRO/EDR> Foodborne illness - Japan: (Tokyo area) RFI
Foodborne Illness -- Japan
Education officials in Tachikawa City [central Kantō region] revealed on [Sun 19 Feb 2017] that over 940 students and teachers suffered food-poisoning symptoms last week [week of 12 Feb 2017], with the outbreak likely being due to the eating of tainted school lunches.
The Tachikawa City Board of Education said 943 people from 7 elementary schools have so far reported food poisoning symptoms like diarrhea, vomiting and abdominal pain, TV Asahi reported. A total of 4 of the affected schools
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Education officials in Tachikawa City [central Kantō region] revealed on [Sun 19 Feb 2017] that over 940 students and teachers suffered food-poisoning symptoms last week [week of 12 Feb 2017], with the outbreak likely being due to the eating of tainted school lunches.
The Tachikawa City Board of Education said 943 people from 7 elementary schools have so far reported food poisoning symptoms like diarrhea, vomiting and abdominal pain, TV Asahi reported. A total of 4 of the affected schools
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PRO/AH/EDR> Avian influenza, human (23): China, Taiwan, H7N9, WHO, genetic mutations
Avian Influenza H7N9 -- China
The patient, a 69-year-old male travelled to Yangjiang City, Guangdong Province, China from [18 Sep 2016 to 25 Jan 2017]. He developed fever and chills on [23 Jan 2017] while in Guangdong. On [25 Jan 2017], the patient returned to Taiwan, China and visited the emergency room. During the medical consultation, neither fever nor pneumonia was detected and a rapid test for influenza on an oropharyngeal sample was negative. PCR testing of additional samples was obtained the next day and tested
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The patient, a 69-year-old male travelled to Yangjiang City, Guangdong Province, China from [18 Sep 2016 to 25 Jan 2017]. He developed fever and chills on [23 Jan 2017] while in Guangdong. On [25 Jan 2017], the patient returned to Taiwan, China and visited the emergency room. During the medical consultation, neither fever nor pneumonia was detected and a rapid test for influenza on an oropharyngeal sample was negative. PCR testing of additional samples was obtained the next day and tested
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PRO/AH/EDR> Kyasanur Forest disease - India (03): (MH,KA)
Kyasanur Forest Disease -- India
The outbreak of monkey fever [Kyasanur Forest disease (KFD)] has claimed 2 lives in Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra this month [February 2017], despite the administration undertaking large scale vaccination drives to prevent the infection. "The victims are the 1st casualties of the season as the viral infection is intensified during the December to May period.
A total of 43 patients from 15 villages, mostly in the southern part of the district, are infected with this fever," Yogesh Sale,
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The outbreak of monkey fever [Kyasanur Forest disease (KFD)] has claimed 2 lives in Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra this month [February 2017], despite the administration undertaking large scale vaccination drives to prevent the infection. "The victims are the 1st casualties of the season as the viral infection is intensified during the December to May period.
A total of 43 patients from 15 villages, mostly in the southern part of the district, are infected with this fever," Yogesh Sale,
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Wednesday 22 February 2017
PRO/AH/EDR> Avian influenza, human (22): China (GX, SD), H7N9, WHO updates, vaccine
Avian Influenza H7N9 -- China
Between [Thu 19 Jan and 14 Feb 2017], a total of 304 additional laboratory-confirmed cases of human infection have been reported to WHO from mainland China though the China National IHR focal point.
On 19 January 2017, the National Health and Family Planning Commission of China (NHFPC) notified WHO of 111 additional laboratory-confirmed cases of human infection with avian influenza A(H7N9) virus. On 24 January 2017, the NHFPC notified WHO of 31 additional laboratory-confirmed cases of human
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Between [Thu 19 Jan and 14 Feb 2017], a total of 304 additional laboratory-confirmed cases of human infection have been reported to WHO from mainland China though the China National IHR focal point.
On 19 January 2017, the National Health and Family Planning Commission of China (NHFPC) notified WHO of 111 additional laboratory-confirmed cases of human infection with avian influenza A(H7N9) virus. On 24 January 2017, the NHFPC notified WHO of 31 additional laboratory-confirmed cases of human
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PRO/AH/EDR> Yellow fever - Americas (24): Brazil, carnival, travel alert
Yellow Fever -- Brazil
The federal government of Brazil has issued emergency situations for 63 cities in Minas Gerais and one in Espírito Santo due to the outbreak of yellow fever. Since the beginning of the year [2017] authorities have confirmed 44 people died of the disease and over 70 other suspected deaths are being investigated.
Federal officials are sending extra doses of yellow fever vaccines to the affected area in fear that the virus may spread during the great flux of tourists coming into the affected
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The federal government of Brazil has issued emergency situations for 63 cities in Minas Gerais and one in Espírito Santo due to the outbreak of yellow fever. Since the beginning of the year [2017] authorities have confirmed 44 people died of the disease and over 70 other suspected deaths are being investigated.
Federal officials are sending extra doses of yellow fever vaccines to the affected area in fear that the virus may spread during the great flux of tourists coming into the affected
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PRO/AH> Hantavirus update - Americas (17): USA, Canada, WHO
Hantavirus -- United States
Health authorities both in the United States and Canada are implementing the following measures to respond to the outbreak:
Canada:
- further laboratory testing and virus characterization to confirm Seoul virus exposure in humans;
- assessment of associated pet rat breeding facilities;
- further epidemiological investigation and testing of rats.
United States of America:
- the United States CDC and State Health Departments are collaborating to investigate the outbreak;
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Health authorities both in the United States and Canada are implementing the following measures to respond to the outbreak:
Canada:
- further laboratory testing and virus characterization to confirm Seoul virus exposure in humans;
- assessment of associated pet rat breeding facilities;
- further epidemiological investigation and testing of rats.
United States of America:
- the United States CDC and State Health Departments are collaborating to investigate the outbreak;
-
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PRO/AH/EDR> Avian influenza (55): China (GD) HPAI H7N9, poultry, OIE, RFI
Avian Influenza H7N9 -- China
Information received on [and dated] 18 Feb 2017 from Dr Zhang Zhongqui, Director General, China Animal Disease Control Centre, Veterinary Bureau, Ministry of Agriculture, Beijing, China (People's Rep. of)
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 10 Jan 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 10 Jan 2017
Reason for notification: reoccurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 2015
Manifestation of disease: Sub-clinical infection
Causal
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Information received on [and dated] 18 Feb 2017 from Dr Zhang Zhongqui, Director General, China Animal Disease Control Centre, Veterinary Bureau, Ministry of Agriculture, Beijing, China (People's Rep. of)
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 10 Jan 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 10 Jan 2017
Reason for notification: reoccurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 2015
Manifestation of disease: Sub-clinical infection
Causal
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Tuesday 21 February 2017
PRO/EDR> Measles update (09)
Measles -- Worldwide/Unknown
The Western Cape health department has vaccinated 15 500 students and children against measles in Stellenbosch and Drakenstein this month [February 2017] in an effort to prevent the spread of measles.
There are currently 9 confirmed cases of measles, and all patients have been treated and are recovering.
The department said it was acting in line with the World Health Organization's Outbreak Response Protocol, which advises mass vaccination to the affected areas and surrounds.
The
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The Western Cape health department has vaccinated 15 500 students and children against measles in Stellenbosch and Drakenstein this month [February 2017] in an effort to prevent the spread of measles.
There are currently 9 confirmed cases of measles, and all patients have been treated and are recovering.
The department said it was acting in line with the World Health Organization's Outbreak Response Protocol, which advises mass vaccination to the affected areas and surrounds.
The
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PRO/AH/EDR> Foot & mouth disease - Palestinian Authority: (GZ) bovine, st. O, OIE
Foot and Mouth -- Palestinian Authority
Information received on 20 Feb 2017 from Dr Iyad Adra, Director General of Veterinary Services & Animal Health, CVO, Ministry of Agriculture, Ramallah, Palestinian Auton. Territories
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 2 Feb 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 8 Feb 2017
Reason for notification: reoccurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 30 Apr 2012
Manifestation of disease: clinical disease
Causal agent: Foot and mouth
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Information received on 20 Feb 2017 from Dr Iyad Adra, Director General of Veterinary Services & Animal Health, CVO, Ministry of Agriculture, Ramallah, Palestinian Auton. Territories
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 2 Feb 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 8 Feb 2017
Reason for notification: reoccurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 30 Apr 2012
Manifestation of disease: clinical disease
Causal agent: Foot and mouth
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PRO/AH/EDR> Indian walnut - Brazil: fatalities
Poisoning -- Brazil
Brazil banned the sale and import of Indian walnut after health authorities associated the consumption of this seed used to lose weight, with the deaths of 3 people in the country, officials said today [8 Feb 2017].
The veto also extends to the so-called "Napoleon's Hat," which, like Indian walnut, was unevenly distributed as a weight-loss treatment by mimicking the effects of laxatives, a statement from the National Agency of Sanitary Surveillance (ANVISA) said. The entity argued that its
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Brazil banned the sale and import of Indian walnut after health authorities associated the consumption of this seed used to lose weight, with the deaths of 3 people in the country, officials said today [8 Feb 2017].
The veto also extends to the so-called "Napoleon's Hat," which, like Indian walnut, was unevenly distributed as a weight-loss treatment by mimicking the effects of laxatives, a statement from the National Agency of Sanitary Surveillance (ANVISA) said. The entity argued that its
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PRO/AH/EDR> Pseudorabies - Spain: 2015, Iberian Lynx, 1st rep.
Other Animal Disease -- Spain
On 1 Dec 2015 a male cub of Iberian lynx (_Lynx pardinus_) was found dead at a locality of Extremadura [Spanish autonomous community]. It was son of [K] and [K] and belonged to one of the 2 1st litters born in the wild in Extremadura (Spain), after re-introduction of this species in the region, through the project Life+Iberlince.
At first, the death was attributed to natural causes. However, a study that has just been published in the journal BMC Veterinary Research, led by Universidad de
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On 1 Dec 2015 a male cub of Iberian lynx (_Lynx pardinus_) was found dead at a locality of Extremadura [Spanish autonomous community]. It was son of [K] and [K] and belonged to one of the 2 1st litters born in the wild in Extremadura (Spain), after re-introduction of this species in the region, through the project Life+Iberlince.
At first, the death was attributed to natural causes. However, a study that has just been published in the journal BMC Veterinary Research, led by Universidad de
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PRO/AH/EDR> Undiagnosed deaths, bovine, caprine - Bangladesh (02): (RP) poisoning
Poisoning -- Bangladesh
[Undiagnosed deaths in about 40 livestock (cattle and goats) in the subdistrict ("upazila") Kaliganj, Bangladesh, were informed in a media report cited in ProMED-mail's post http://bit.ly/2ljwG9P, requesting information on the outcome of the undertaken investigation. Erroneously, we regarded Kaliganj to be situated in Dhaka Division; it appears that the event took place, in fact, in the Kaliganj sub-district of Lalmonirhat district, Rangpur division (upazilas named
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[Undiagnosed deaths in about 40 livestock (cattle and goats) in the subdistrict ("upazila") Kaliganj, Bangladesh, were informed in a media report cited in ProMED-mail's post http://bit.ly/2ljwG9P, requesting information on the outcome of the undertaken investigation. Erroneously, we regarded Kaliganj to be situated in Dhaka Division; it appears that the event took place, in fact, in the Kaliganj sub-district of Lalmonirhat district, Rangpur division (upazilas named
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PRO/ALL> New in IJID (02): February 2017
Other Human Disease -- Worldwide/Unknown
Sofosbuvir: an antiviral drug with potential efficacy against Zika infection
Sandra E Reznik, Charles R Ashby Jr
Int J Infect Dis. 2016; 55: 29-30
doi: 10.1016/j.ijid.2016.12.011
An unexpected fatal CCHF case and management of exposed health care workers
Goksel Guven, Leyla Talan, Neriman Defne Altintas, et al
Int J Infect Dis. 2016; 55: 118-121
doi: 10.1016/j.ijid.2016.12.026
Review
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Barriers and enablers of the prevention of mother-to-child transmission of HIV/AIDS
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Sofosbuvir: an antiviral drug with potential efficacy against Zika infection
Sandra E Reznik, Charles R Ashby Jr
Int J Infect Dis. 2016; 55: 29-30
doi: 10.1016/j.ijid.2016.12.011
An unexpected fatal CCHF case and management of exposed health care workers
Goksel Guven, Leyla Talan, Neriman Defne Altintas, et al
Int J Infect Dis. 2016; 55: 118-121
doi: 10.1016/j.ijid.2016.12.026
Review
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Barriers and enablers of the prevention of mother-to-child transmission of HIV/AIDS
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PRO/EDR> Schistosomiasis - Belgium: ex South Africa (NL)
Schistosomiasis -- South Africa
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Continuous challenge to identify and mitigate emerging pathogen risk - Metabiota
Outbreaks such as Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV) illustrate continued challenges to epidemic preparedness and the ability to identify and mitigate emerging pathogens, according to Metabiota.
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Monday 20 February 2017
PRO/AH/EDR> Avian influenza (54): Viet Nam (BL, QG) backyard, HPAI H5N1, H5N6, OIE
Avian Influenza H5N6 -- Vietnam
Information received on [and dated] 19 Feb 2017 from Dr Dong Pham Van, director general, chief veterinary officer, Department of Animal Health, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Hanoi, Viet Nam
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 14 Feb 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 15 Feb 2017
Reason for notification: reoccurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: October 2016
Manifestation of disease: clinical disease
Causal
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Information received on [and dated] 19 Feb 2017 from Dr Dong Pham Van, director general, chief veterinary officer, Department of Animal Health, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Hanoi, Viet Nam
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 14 Feb 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 15 Feb 2017
Reason for notification: reoccurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: October 2016
Manifestation of disease: clinical disease
Causal
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PRO/EDR> Influenza (06): North America, seasonal vaccine studies
Influenza -- Worldwide/Unknown
1. Skowronski DM, Chambers C, Sabaiduc S, et al: Interim estimates of 2016/17 vaccine effectiveness against influenza A(H3N2), Canada, January 2017. Euro Surveill. 2017; 22(6): pii=30460; available at
2. Flannery B, Chung JR, Thaker SN, et al: Interim estimates of 2016-17 seasonal influenza vaccine effectiveness -- United States, February 2017. MMWR Morb Mortal Wkly Rep 2017; 66: 167-71; available at
3. Kissling E, Rondy M, I-MOVE/I-MOVE+ study team: Early 2016/17 vaccine effectiveness
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1. Skowronski DM, Chambers C, Sabaiduc S, et al: Interim estimates of 2016/17 vaccine effectiveness against influenza A(H3N2), Canada, January 2017. Euro Surveill. 2017; 22(6): pii=30460; available at
2. Flannery B, Chung JR, Thaker SN, et al: Interim estimates of 2016-17 seasonal influenza vaccine effectiveness -- United States, February 2017. MMWR Morb Mortal Wkly Rep 2017; 66: 167-71; available at
3. Kissling E, Rondy M, I-MOVE/I-MOVE+ study team: Early 2016/17 vaccine effectiveness
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PRO/AH/EDR> Hantavirus update - Americas (16): Chile (LR), Argentina (BA), USA PA)
Hantavirus -- Chile
Authorities confirmed the 6th case of [a] hantavirus infection in the Los Ríos region this season , the same number of infections that occurred all of last year [2016].
The affected individuals is a 56 year old man, resident of the Los Lagos community, who showed suspicious [indications] of having contracted the virus [infection], according to results of the initial tests done by the laboratory of the Universidad Austral de Chile.
The Los Ríos Health SEREMI [local ministerial unit],
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Authorities confirmed the 6th case of [a] hantavirus infection in the Los Ríos region this season , the same number of infections that occurred all of last year [2016].
The affected individuals is a 56 year old man, resident of the Los Lagos community, who showed suspicious [indications] of having contracted the virus [infection], according to results of the initial tests done by the laboratory of the Universidad Austral de Chile.
The Los Ríos Health SEREMI [local ministerial unit],
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PRO/PL> Undiagnosed virus, cabbage - Ghana
Undiagnosed -- Ghana
Cabbages have become a major cash crop for Ghanaian farmers. Recently, however, stunted, yellowing, wilting cabbages, their leaves curled, have become a devastating sight. 2 years ago [farmers] started reporting that a new disease was attacking their crops.
Ken Fening, University of Ghana, [says], "It seemed to be associated with massive infestations of aphids." Farmers were typically seeing the total loss of their crops and he realised that the devastation couldn't just be caused by
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Cabbages have become a major cash crop for Ghanaian farmers. Recently, however, stunted, yellowing, wilting cabbages, their leaves curled, have become a devastating sight. 2 years ago [farmers] started reporting that a new disease was attacking their crops.
Ken Fening, University of Ghana, [says], "It seemed to be associated with massive infestations of aphids." Farmers were typically seeing the total loss of their crops and he realised that the devastation couldn't just be caused by
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Sunday 19 February 2017
PRO/AH/EDR> Ebola update (08): News, research, vaccine
Ebola -- Worldwide/Unknown
[2] Research
Date: 14 Feb 2017
Source: Nature Scientific Reports [edited]
[Citation. Rulli, M. C. et al. The nexus between forest fragmentation in Africa and Ebola virus disease outbreaks. Sci. Rep. 7, 41613. doi: 10.1038/srep41613 (2017) ]
There's a nexus between the index cases (the 1st people infected by Ebola virus) and deforestation, especially close to forest margins fragmented and disturbed. In these cases, human populations can be particularly exposed to ebolavirus infections
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[2] Research
Date: 14 Feb 2017
Source: Nature Scientific Reports [edited]
[Citation. Rulli, M. C. et al. The nexus between forest fragmentation in Africa and Ebola virus disease outbreaks. Sci. Rep. 7, 41613. doi: 10.1038/srep41613 (2017) ]
There's a nexus between the index cases (the 1st people infected by Ebola virus) and deforestation, especially close to forest margins fragmented and disturbed. In these cases, human populations can be particularly exposed to ebolavirus infections
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PRO/AH/EDR> MERS-CoV (13): Saudi Arabia (MK, RI)
MERS -- Saudi Arabia
As of 14:00 [2:00 PM] today [Sun 19 Feb 2017], there have been a total of:
1556 laboratory-confirmed cases of MERS-CoV infection, including
648 deaths [reported case fatality rate 41.6 percent],
898 recoveries, and
10 currently active cases.
[As previously mentioned, the numbers of deaths, recoveries and currently active cases come from my spreadsheet tallies and differs from those listed on the Saudi MOH website. - Mod.MPP]
Since the last ProMED-mail update [Sat 11 Feb 2017], there
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As of 14:00 [2:00 PM] today [Sun 19 Feb 2017], there have been a total of:
1556 laboratory-confirmed cases of MERS-CoV infection, including
648 deaths [reported case fatality rate 41.6 percent],
898 recoveries, and
10 currently active cases.
[As previously mentioned, the numbers of deaths, recoveries and currently active cases come from my spreadsheet tallies and differs from those listed on the Saudi MOH website. - Mod.MPP]
Since the last ProMED-mail update [Sat 11 Feb 2017], there
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PRO/EDR> Gastroenteritis - Nigeria: (ZA), RFI
Norovirus -- Nigeria
The Zamfara State Government has confirmed the death of 3 students at the Government Arabic Boarding Secondary School, Maradun, following the outbreak of a mysterious disease.
The state Commissioner for Education, Mukhtar Lugga, told the News Agency of Nigeria in Gusau on [Wed 15 Feb 2017] that 2 other students were admitted at the General Hospital, Maradun.
According to him, the disease manifested last [Mon 13 Feb 2017] and the state government had mobilized a team of medical experts to
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The Zamfara State Government has confirmed the death of 3 students at the Government Arabic Boarding Secondary School, Maradun, following the outbreak of a mysterious disease.
The state Commissioner for Education, Mukhtar Lugga, told the News Agency of Nigeria in Gusau on [Wed 15 Feb 2017] that 2 other students were admitted at the General Hospital, Maradun.
According to him, the disease manifested last [Mon 13 Feb 2017] and the state government had mobilized a team of medical experts to
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PRO/EDR> Norovirus - Canada: (BC, AB, ON)
Norovirus -- Canada
An outbreak of norovirus linked to B.C. [British Columbia] - harvested oysters is now under federal investigation.
The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) says it has taken on a leadership role in the investigation, now that cases have been reported in Alberta and Ontario, as well as B.C.
As of [Tue 14 Feb 2017], the agency says it's aware of 221 reported cases of norovirus connected to B.C. oysters.
"We knew in November-December [2016] that there were cases popping up in B.C., but
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An outbreak of norovirus linked to B.C. [British Columbia] - harvested oysters is now under federal investigation.
The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) says it has taken on a leadership role in the investigation, now that cases have been reported in Alberta and Ontario, as well as B.C.
As of [Tue 14 Feb 2017], the agency says it's aware of 221 reported cases of norovirus connected to B.C. oysters.
"We knew in November-December [2016] that there were cases popping up in B.C., but
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PRO/AH/EDR> Leptospirosis - USA (02): (NYC) fatal, rats, comment
Pests -- United States
After the discovery of 3 cases (of which one fatal) of rat-transmitted leptospirosis in the Bronx, New-York City, it is perhaps appropriate to remember that the infectious disease mimicking leptospirosis almost to perfection is hantavirus-induced "hemorrhagic fever with renal syndrome" (HFRS).
Both infections have surprisingly many similarities, despite their completely different etiology. Both are zoonoses with a worldwide distribution, both are spread uniquely (hantavirus) or mainly
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After the discovery of 3 cases (of which one fatal) of rat-transmitted leptospirosis in the Bronx, New-York City, it is perhaps appropriate to remember that the infectious disease mimicking leptospirosis almost to perfection is hantavirus-induced "hemorrhagic fever with renal syndrome" (HFRS).
Both infections have surprisingly many similarities, despite their completely different etiology. Both are zoonoses with a worldwide distribution, both are spread uniquely (hantavirus) or mainly
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PRO> Influenza (05): seasonal vaccine studies
Influenza -- Worldwide/Unknown
Summary Abstract:
We measured early 2016/17 season influenza vaccine effectiveness (IVE) against influenza A(H3N2) in Europe using multicentre case control studies at primary care and hospital levels. IVE at primary care level was 44.1 percent, 46.9 percent and 23.4 percent among 0-14, 15-64 and 65 year-olds, and 25.7 percent in the influenza vaccination target group. At hospital level, IVE was 2.5 percent, 7.9 percent, and 2.4 percent among 65, 65-79, and 80 year-olds. As in previous
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Summary Abstract:
We measured early 2016/17 season influenza vaccine effectiveness (IVE) against influenza A(H3N2) in Europe using multicentre case control studies at primary care and hospital levels. IVE at primary care level was 44.1 percent, 46.9 percent and 23.4 percent among 0-14, 15-64 and 65 year-olds, and 25.7 percent in the influenza vaccination target group. At hospital level, IVE was 2.5 percent, 7.9 percent, and 2.4 percent among 65, 65-79, and 80 year-olds. As in previous
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PRO/AH/EDR> Avian influenza, human (21): China (GZ) H7N9
Avian Influenza H7N9 -- China
The public health authority reported a human H7N9 AIV [avian influenza virus] case in Danzhai county on 17 Feb 2017. The case was found among unknown pneumonia cases during enhanced pneumonia surveillance by the local public health sector, confirmed by the provincial CDC lab and diagnosed as a human H7N9 AIV case by a clinical expert team.
The 45-year-old patient, who lived in Danzhai county of Qiandongnan Miao and Dong autonomous prefecture, is now in hospital for treatment, and no close
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The public health authority reported a human H7N9 AIV [avian influenza virus] case in Danzhai county on 17 Feb 2017. The case was found among unknown pneumonia cases during enhanced pneumonia surveillance by the local public health sector, confirmed by the provincial CDC lab and diagnosed as a human H7N9 AIV case by a clinical expert team.
The 45-year-old patient, who lived in Danzhai county of Qiandongnan Miao and Dong autonomous prefecture, is now in hospital for treatment, and no close
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Saturday 18 February 2017
PRO/AH/EDR> Methanol Poisoning - Viet Nam (LI)
Poisoning -- Vietnam
Test results showed that methanol-tainted alcohol is the cause behind the mass food poisoning killing 7 people and hospitalizing 31 others in the northern mountainous province of Lai Chau earlier this week, the Vietnam Food Administration under the Ministry of Health said yesterday [Wed 15 Feb 2017].
As per the Ministry of Health's tests, the 3 samples of alcohol have the methanol concentration of 970 mg/l; 556 000 mg/l and 475 000 mg/l respectively. The methanol concentration in wine
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Test results showed that methanol-tainted alcohol is the cause behind the mass food poisoning killing 7 people and hospitalizing 31 others in the northern mountainous province of Lai Chau earlier this week, the Vietnam Food Administration under the Ministry of Health said yesterday [Wed 15 Feb 2017].
As per the Ministry of Health's tests, the 3 samples of alcohol have the methanol concentration of 970 mg/l; 556 000 mg/l and 475 000 mg/l respectively. The methanol concentration in wine
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PRO/AH/EDR> Equine herpesvirus - North America (11): Canada (ON), USA (LA) equine
Equine Herpes Virus -- Canada
Because some infected horses show no clinical signs of disease, but still shed the virus, exposed or potentially exposed animals' temperatures should be monitored twice daily for 14 to 21 days and any abnormalities discussed with a veterinarian.
The Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food, and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) has been notified of 2 confirmed cases of equine herpes myeloencephalopathy (EHM), a neurologic disease caused by equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1).
The horses from Durham Region
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Because some infected horses show no clinical signs of disease, but still shed the virus, exposed or potentially exposed animals' temperatures should be monitored twice daily for 14 to 21 days and any abnormalities discussed with a veterinarian.
The Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food, and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) has been notified of 2 confirmed cases of equine herpes myeloencephalopathy (EHM), a neurologic disease caused by equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1).
The horses from Durham Region
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PRO/AH/EDR> Undiagnosed deaths, bovine, caprine - Bangladesh: (DH) RFI
Undiagnosed -- Bangladesh
An unknown disease has killed at least 40 cattle in Kaliganj upazila [Gazipur District] last week [week of Feb 5 2017], creating panic among the farmers.
A total of 22 cows and 18 goats were killed by the disease at Pashuram village.
Panicked cattle farmers have started selling their cattle at low prices in the local markets.
Farmer [HI] said the affected cattle 1st starts trembling and then the stomach swells up. An affected cow dies within one and a half hours, while a goat dies
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An unknown disease has killed at least 40 cattle in Kaliganj upazila [Gazipur District] last week [week of Feb 5 2017], creating panic among the farmers.
A total of 22 cows and 18 goats were killed by the disease at Pashuram village.
Panicked cattle farmers have started selling their cattle at low prices in the local markets.
Farmer [HI] said the affected cattle 1st starts trembling and then the stomach swells up. An affected cow dies within one and a half hours, while a goat dies
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PRO/AH/EDR> Foot & mouth disease - Israel (03): (HD) bovine, st O, Palestin Auth (GZ), RFI
Foot and Mouth -- Israel
The Veterinary Services in the Ministry of Agriculture have diagnosed foot and mouth disease [FMD] in cattle in the dairy operation of Kibbutz Nir Yitzhak, near the border with the Gaza Strip. As part of the coordination agreed between Israel and the Palestinian Authority (PA), the Israei Ministry informed its Palestinian counterpart about the recorded event. Subsequently it became apparent that the disease had started its circulation within the Gaza strip several weeks earlier, affecting
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The Veterinary Services in the Ministry of Agriculture have diagnosed foot and mouth disease [FMD] in cattle in the dairy operation of Kibbutz Nir Yitzhak, near the border with the Gaza Strip. As part of the coordination agreed between Israel and the Palestinian Authority (PA), the Israei Ministry informed its Palestinian counterpart about the recorded event. Subsequently it became apparent that the disease had started its circulation within the Gaza strip several weeks earlier, affecting
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PRO/AH/EDR> Yellow fever - Americas (23): Brazil, PAHO/WHO
Yellow Fever -- Brazil
Since epidemiological week (EW) 1 to EW 5 of 2017, Brazil, Colombia, Peru, and the Plurinational State of Bolivia, have reported yellow fever cases. Colombia and Peru have reported probable cases, one and 3 respectively; the Plurinational State of Bolivia reported a case under investigation while Brazil has reported confirmed and suspected cases under investigation.
The following is a situation summary in Bolivia and Brazil.
The Bolivia Ministry of Health reported a yellow fever case
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Since epidemiological week (EW) 1 to EW 5 of 2017, Brazil, Colombia, Peru, and the Plurinational State of Bolivia, have reported yellow fever cases. Colombia and Peru have reported probable cases, one and 3 respectively; the Plurinational State of Bolivia reported a case under investigation while Brazil has reported confirmed and suspected cases under investigation.
The following is a situation summary in Bolivia and Brazil.
The Bolivia Ministry of Health reported a yellow fever case
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PRO/EDR> Hand, foot & mouth disease update (01): Southeast Asia, UK, USA, Domin. Rep. RFI
Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease -- Cambodia
The Health Ministry's Communicable Disease Control (CDC) department has urged people to be cautious of the spread of hand, food and mouth disease (HFMD) and asked that infants or children displaying symptoms be brought to seek medical treatment immediately.
Ministry spokesperson and director of the CDC Ly Sovann said yesterday [12 Feb 2017] that hospitals have been seeing a rise in HFMD cases and appealed to all parents to be vigilant in identifying the symptoms so that children can be
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The Health Ministry's Communicable Disease Control (CDC) department has urged people to be cautious of the spread of hand, food and mouth disease (HFMD) and asked that infants or children displaying symptoms be brought to seek medical treatment immediately.
Ministry spokesperson and director of the CDC Ly Sovann said yesterday [12 Feb 2017] that hospitals have been seeing a rise in HFMD cases and appealed to all parents to be vigilant in identifying the symptoms so that children can be
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PRO> Malaria - South & Central America: PAHO update
Malaria -- Worldwide/Unknown
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PRO/EDR> Leprosy - Namibia
Leprosy -- Namibia
Namibia recorded about 22 leprosy cases between January and November last year [2016], of which 7 were from Oshana. Four new cases were detected in pregnant women in Omusati between June 2016 and February 2017. Between 1994 and 2014, 226 cases were recorded, with many of the cases recorded in 2010 and 2013. This revelation came at the 5th commemoration of World Leprosy Day held at Ongwediva on Thursday [16 Feb 2017].
Despite the number of leprosy cases detected, many patients are not
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Namibia recorded about 22 leprosy cases between January and November last year [2016], of which 7 were from Oshana. Four new cases were detected in pregnant women in Omusati between June 2016 and February 2017. Between 1994 and 2014, 226 cases were recorded, with many of the cases recorded in 2010 and 2013. This revelation came at the 5th commemoration of World Leprosy Day held at Ongwediva on Thursday [16 Feb 2017].
Despite the number of leprosy cases detected, many patients are not
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PRO/AH/EDR> Brucellosis, bovine - Malaysia: (NS) spread, control
Brucellosis -- Malaysia
Negeri Sembilan has been gazetted as a _Brucella abortus_ disease area which can lead to cattle being infected by the disease to suffer miscarriage, sterility and could lead to death [see comment] after 3 cases were detected in the state.
The disease can also infect humans if meat that is infected by the disease is consumed [comment].
Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar [Chief Minister] Datuk Seri [Malaysian honorary title] Mohamad Hasan said the gazette enabled the Veterinary Services
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Negeri Sembilan has been gazetted as a _Brucella abortus_ disease area which can lead to cattle being infected by the disease to suffer miscarriage, sterility and could lead to death [see comment] after 3 cases were detected in the state.
The disease can also infect humans if meat that is infected by the disease is consumed [comment].
Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar [Chief Minister] Datuk Seri [Malaysian honorary title] Mohamad Hasan said the gazette enabled the Veterinary Services
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PRO/AH/EDR> Pentobarbital, dog food - USA (02): recall
Poisoning -- United States
Earlier this month [February 2017], we told you about a recall of dog food that was potentially contaminated with Penobarbital, which is used as a sedative and euthanasia drug. Now, another dog food is being recalled for the same issue.
Against the Grain Pet Food is voluntarily recalling one lot of Against the Grain Pulled Beef with Gravy Dinner for Dogs. The product was manufactured and distributed in 2015, but the use by date is December 2019. Consumers may have this product in their
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Earlier this month [February 2017], we told you about a recall of dog food that was potentially contaminated with Penobarbital, which is used as a sedative and euthanasia drug. Now, another dog food is being recalled for the same issue.
Against the Grain Pet Food is voluntarily recalling one lot of Against the Grain Pulled Beef with Gravy Dinner for Dogs. The product was manufactured and distributed in 2015, but the use by date is December 2019. Consumers may have this product in their
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PRO> Undiagnosed cerebral disease - Uganda: nodding disease, autoimmune reaction
River Blindness -- Uganda
Nodding syndrome [NS] may be an autoimmune reaction to the parasitic worm _Onchocerca volvulus_. Johnson TP et al. Sci Transl Med. 2017 Feb 15;9(377). pii: eaaf6953. doi: 10.1126/scitranslmed.aaf6953.
Abstract:
Nodding syndrome is an epileptic disorder of unknown etiology that occurs in children in East Africa. There is an epidemiological association with _Onchocerca volvulus_, the parasitic worm that causes onchocerciasis (river blindness), but there is limited evidence that the parasite
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Nodding syndrome [NS] may be an autoimmune reaction to the parasitic worm _Onchocerca volvulus_. Johnson TP et al. Sci Transl Med. 2017 Feb 15;9(377). pii: eaaf6953. doi: 10.1126/scitranslmed.aaf6953.
Abstract:
Nodding syndrome is an epileptic disorder of unknown etiology that occurs in children in East Africa. There is an epidemiological association with _Onchocerca volvulus_, the parasitic worm that causes onchocerciasis (river blindness), but there is limited evidence that the parasite
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Friday 17 February 2017
PRO/EDR> Fungal infection, contaminated drug - USA: (NC) late relapse
Fungal Meningitis -- United States
Fungal meningitis transmitted through injections of methylprednisolone contaminated with _Exserohilum rostratum_ affected 753 persons and caused 61 deaths in the USA in 2012 (1). More than 13 400 patients were potentially exposed to 1 of 3 contaminated drug lots (2,3). However, whether recommended treatment eliminates this disease is unknown because of limited reports of recurrent disease (4). As of December 2015, CDC had reported 8 cases of _E. rostratum_ meningitis relapses within a median
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Fungal meningitis transmitted through injections of methylprednisolone contaminated with _Exserohilum rostratum_ affected 753 persons and caused 61 deaths in the USA in 2012 (1). More than 13 400 patients were potentially exposed to 1 of 3 contaminated drug lots (2,3). However, whether recommended treatment eliminates this disease is unknown because of limited reports of recurrent disease (4). As of December 2015, CDC had reported 8 cases of _E. rostratum_ meningitis relapses within a median
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PRO/AH/EDR> Plague - Uganda: 2011-2014, ciprofloxacin efficacy
Plague -- Uganda
Plague is a life-threatening zoonotic disease caused by _Yersinia pestis_. Zoonotic foci exist on several continents; however, resource-poor areas in sub-Saharan Africa account for most human cases (1). The pathogenesis of plague involves facultative intracellular infection of host macrophages, followed by fulminant extracellular growth and bacteremia (2). In the absence of effective antimicrobial drug treatment, bubonic plague is fatal in about 50 percent of cases and pneumonic plague in
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Plague is a life-threatening zoonotic disease caused by _Yersinia pestis_. Zoonotic foci exist on several continents; however, resource-poor areas in sub-Saharan Africa account for most human cases (1). The pathogenesis of plague involves facultative intracellular infection of host macrophages, followed by fulminant extracellular growth and bacteremia (2). In the absence of effective antimicrobial drug treatment, bubonic plague is fatal in about 50 percent of cases and pneumonic plague in
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PRO/EDR> Zika virus (02): Americas, Asia, Africa, Pacific, research, observations
Zika virus -- Worldwide/Unknown
Since epidemiological week (EW) 44 of 2016 [29 Oct-4 Nov 2016], no additional countries or territories of the Americas have confirmed autochthonous, vector-borne transmission of Zika virus disease. To date, 48 countries and territories in the Americas have confirmed autochthonous, vector-borne transmission of Zika virus disease since 2015 (Figure 1). In addition, 5 countries in the Americas have reported sexually transmitted Zika cases.
Figure 1. [available at the source URL above]
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Since epidemiological week (EW) 44 of 2016 [29 Oct-4 Nov 2016], no additional countries or territories of the Americas have confirmed autochthonous, vector-borne transmission of Zika virus disease. To date, 48 countries and territories in the Americas have confirmed autochthonous, vector-borne transmission of Zika virus disease since 2015 (Figure 1). In addition, 5 countries in the Americas have reported sexually transmitted Zika cases.
Figure 1. [available at the source URL above]
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PRO/EDR> Cholera, diarrhea & dysentery update (06): Africa
Cholera -- Mozambique
On [Sat 15 Aug 2015], the Tanzanian Ministry of Health, Community Development, Gender, Elderly and Children (MOHCDGEC) was notified about a case of acute watery diarrhea with severe dehydration in a patient in Dar es Salaam. _Vibrio cholera_ O1, biotype El Tor, serotype Ogawa, was isolated from the patient's stool and an investigation was initiated. MOHCDGEC defined a suspected cholera case as the occurrence of severe dehydration or death from acute watery diarrhea in a person aged ≥5 years,
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On [Sat 15 Aug 2015], the Tanzanian Ministry of Health, Community Development, Gender, Elderly and Children (MOHCDGEC) was notified about a case of acute watery diarrhea with severe dehydration in a patient in Dar es Salaam. _Vibrio cholera_ O1, biotype El Tor, serotype Ogawa, was isolated from the patient's stool and an investigation was initiated. MOHCDGEC defined a suspected cholera case as the occurrence of severe dehydration or death from acute watery diarrhea in a person aged ≥5 years,
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PRO/AH/EDR> Rat bite fever - France: quadraplegia
Fever -- France
Human infections by _Streptobacillus moniliformis_ are assumed to be caused by rats on the basis of epidemiologic information. We provide genotyping-based evidence for infection with the same bacterial strain in rat and human samples and highlight diagnostic difficulties concerning this microorganism and its potential for life-threatening consequences.
A 59-year-old man was admitted to Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Tours (Tours, France) because he was unable to stand and had acute
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Human infections by _Streptobacillus moniliformis_ are assumed to be caused by rats on the basis of epidemiologic information. We provide genotyping-based evidence for infection with the same bacterial strain in rat and human samples and highlight diagnostic difficulties concerning this microorganism and its potential for life-threatening consequences.
A 59-year-old man was admitted to Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Tours (Tours, France) because he was unable to stand and had acute
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PRO/EDR> Legionellosis - USA (02): (MI) genotyping, RFI
Legionnaires' -- United States
Schwake DO, Garner E, Strom OR, et al: _Legionella_ DNA markers in tap water coincident with a spike in legionnaires' disease in Flint, MI. Environ Sci Technol. Lett. 2016; 3(9): 311-5;
The city of Flint, with a population of 102 434 residents, is the largest city and county seat of Genesee County in the US state of Michigan (). Since June 2014, the city has faced a major public health emergency due to lead poisoning and legionnaires' disease, attributed to use of corrosive water from the
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Schwake DO, Garner E, Strom OR, et al: _Legionella_ DNA markers in tap water coincident with a spike in legionnaires' disease in Flint, MI. Environ Sci Technol. Lett. 2016; 3(9): 311-5;
The city of Flint, with a population of 102 434 residents, is the largest city and county seat of Genesee County in the US state of Michigan (). Since June 2014, the city has faced a major public health emergency due to lead poisoning and legionnaires' disease, attributed to use of corrosive water from the
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PRO/AH> Rabies (10): Asia (Kazakhstan) golden jackal, OIE
Rabies -- Kazakhstan
Information received on 16 Feb 2017 from Dr Samat Tyulegenov, Director General, RSE "National Reference Center for Veterinary", Ministry of Agriculture, Astana, Kazakhstan
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Start date: 7 Feb 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 8 Feb 2017
Reason for notification: reoccurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 14 Oct 2016
Manifestation of disease: clinical disease
Causal agent: Lyssavirus
Serotype: RABV
Nature of
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Information received on 16 Feb 2017 from Dr Samat Tyulegenov, Director General, RSE "National Reference Center for Veterinary", Ministry of Agriculture, Astana, Kazakhstan
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Start date: 7 Feb 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 8 Feb 2017
Reason for notification: reoccurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 14 Oct 2016
Manifestation of disease: clinical disease
Causal agent: Lyssavirus
Serotype: RABV
Nature of
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PRO/AH/EDR> Scrub typhus - Nepal (02): (RO)
Scrub Typhus -- Nepal
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Thursday 16 February 2017
Recalls: Histamine, Bacillus cereus and Listeria
Food recalls have been made by USA, England, Ireland, Scotland, Canada, Norway, New Zealand, Finland, Germany, Luxembourg, Austria, Netherlands, Hungary and Denmark.
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PRO/AH> Ross River virus - Australia (03): (NS, VI)
Ross River Virus -- Australia
A record number of mosquito-borne virus infections have prompted public health officials to warn Riverina residents to take extra precautions.
Almost 150 cases of Ross River Virus were reported to Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) in January [2017], up from 116 in December [2016]. "This is significantly higher number of notifications than we usually see in January," MLHD public health director Tracey Oakman said. "There is a heightened risk to people in the region of contracting one
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A record number of mosquito-borne virus infections have prompted public health officials to warn Riverina residents to take extra precautions.
Almost 150 cases of Ross River Virus were reported to Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) in January [2017], up from 116 in December [2016]. "This is significantly higher number of notifications than we usually see in January," MLHD public health director Tracey Oakman said. "There is a heightened risk to people in the region of contracting one
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PRO/EDR> Buruli ulcer - Sao Tome and Principe (03): A. fumigatus, PCR, bone biopsy, RFI
Aspergillosis -- Sao Tome & Principe
In March 2016 we started following a patient from Sao Tome with severe leg ulcer, complicated with bacterial infection and extension to bone. In December 2016, an _Aspergillus fumigatus_ DNA was found in a bone biopsy.
The patient has improved since, with anti-fungal therapy (first with itraconazole and in the last 2 months changed to voriconazole). I think this is a possible etiology.
It was a very difficult diagnosis, because normal fungal cultures were negative. We also did DNA and
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In March 2016 we started following a patient from Sao Tome with severe leg ulcer, complicated with bacterial infection and extension to bone. In December 2016, an _Aspergillus fumigatus_ DNA was found in a bone biopsy.
The patient has improved since, with anti-fungal therapy (first with itraconazole and in the last 2 months changed to voriconazole). I think this is a possible etiology.
It was a very difficult diagnosis, because normal fungal cultures were negative. We also did DNA and
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PRO/EDR> Cholera, diarrhea & dysentery update (05): Africa, Asia
Cholera -- Somalia
The Somalia Ministry of Health reported 913 new suspected cases of cholera, including 10 deaths and a case-fatality rate of 1.1 percent during the past week [6 to 12 Feb 2017]. This brings the total since the beginning of 2017 to 4026 cumulative suspected cases of cholera including 57 deaths (case-fatality rate 1.5 percent). There has been a decrease in fatalities compared to last week (case-fatality rate 1.7 percent) indicating an improvement in patient care and overall response activities in
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The Somalia Ministry of Health reported 913 new suspected cases of cholera, including 10 deaths and a case-fatality rate of 1.1 percent during the past week [6 to 12 Feb 2017]. This brings the total since the beginning of 2017 to 4026 cumulative suspected cases of cholera including 57 deaths (case-fatality rate 1.5 percent). There has been a decrease in fatalities compared to last week (case-fatality rate 1.7 percent) indicating an improvement in patient care and overall response activities in
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Wednesday 15 February 2017
PRO/AH/EDR> Avian influenza (53): Cameroon (EN) captive bird, HPAI H5N8, OIE
Avian Influenza H5N8 -- Cameroon
Information received on [and dated] 15 Feb 2017 from Dr Gaston Djonwe, directeur des services veterinaires, Services Veterinaires, Ministere de l'Elevage, des Peches & des Industries Animales, Yaounde, Cameroon
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 2 Jan 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 19 Jan 2017
Reason for notification: New strain of a listed disease in the country
Causal agent: Highly pathogenic influenza A virus
Serotype: H5N8
Nature of
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Information received on [and dated] 15 Feb 2017 from Dr Gaston Djonwe, directeur des services veterinaires, Services Veterinaires, Ministere de l'Elevage, des Peches & des Industries Animales, Yaounde, Cameroon
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 2 Jan 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 19 Jan 2017
Reason for notification: New strain of a listed disease in the country
Causal agent: Highly pathogenic influenza A virus
Serotype: H5N8
Nature of
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PRO/EDR> Measles update (08)
Measles -- Worldwide/Unknown
Health officials in Catalonia have reported 12 measles cases among young adults in Barcelona, according to a La Vanguardia report (computer translated). The 12 cases diagnosed so far in the metro Barcelona area are linked to the same original patient, a person who became infected in China in early January [2017], as stated in the circular that the Agency of Public Health of Catalonia has sent to all health centers.
Measles was eradicated from the area since 2000; however, sporadic outbreaks
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Health officials in Catalonia have reported 12 measles cases among young adults in Barcelona, according to a La Vanguardia report (computer translated). The 12 cases diagnosed so far in the metro Barcelona area are linked to the same original patient, a person who became infected in China in early January [2017], as stated in the circular that the Agency of Public Health of Catalonia has sent to all health centers.
Measles was eradicated from the area since 2000; however, sporadic outbreaks
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PRO/AH/EDR> Hantavirus update - Americas (15): USA (UT)
Hantavirus -- United States
Utah has been added to the list of states with confirmed Seoul virus infection. The rat-borne hantavirus illness was detected in a Utah County resident who had direct contact with a now defunct rat-breeding facility, according to state and Utah County health officials.
Rats raised to be pets are responsible for what is now a 15-state outbreak of Seoul virus, which is a rare form of hantavirus, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The CDC tied cases in Illinois and
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Utah has been added to the list of states with confirmed Seoul virus infection. The rat-borne hantavirus illness was detected in a Utah County resident who had direct contact with a now defunct rat-breeding facility, according to state and Utah County health officials.
Rats raised to be pets are responsible for what is now a 15-state outbreak of Seoul virus, which is a rare form of hantavirus, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The CDC tied cases in Illinois and
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PRO/AH/EDR> Lassa fever - West Africa (05): Nigeria (NA)
Lassa Fever -- Nigeria
The Nasarawa state government has said that no fewer than 8 people have so far died following the recent outbreak of Lassa fever in the state.
Dr Ibrahim Adamu, the Director of Public Health in the state's Ministry of Health, made this disclosure to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday [14 Feb 2017] in Lafia.
Adamu said: "Of the 11 confirmed cases recorded since the index case in November 2016, 8 have died, while 3 others are responding to treatment at the Dalhatu Araf Specialist
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The Nasarawa state government has said that no fewer than 8 people have so far died following the recent outbreak of Lassa fever in the state.
Dr Ibrahim Adamu, the Director of Public Health in the state's Ministry of Health, made this disclosure to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday [14 Feb 2017] in Lafia.
Adamu said: "Of the 11 confirmed cases recorded since the index case in November 2016, 8 have died, while 3 others are responding to treatment at the Dalhatu Araf Specialist
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PRO/AH/EDR> Yellow fever - Americas (22): Brazil
Yellow Fever -- Brazil
In an update on the yellow fever outbreak in Brazil that began in December 2016, the Ministry of Health (MOH) reported Tuesday [14 Feb 2017] 1230 suspected cases of yellow fever, of which 234 have been confirmed.
The state of Minas Gerais continues to account for nearly 9 out 10 confirmed cases, now reporting 205.
To date, 197 people have died, and of that total 80 were yellow fever confirmed positive.
Since January [2017], the MOH has sent approximately 12.5 million doses of yellow
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In an update on the yellow fever outbreak in Brazil that began in December 2016, the Ministry of Health (MOH) reported Tuesday [14 Feb 2017] 1230 suspected cases of yellow fever, of which 234 have been confirmed.
The state of Minas Gerais continues to account for nearly 9 out 10 confirmed cases, now reporting 205.
To date, 197 people have died, and of that total 80 were yellow fever confirmed positive.
Since January [2017], the MOH has sent approximately 12.5 million doses of yellow
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PRO/AH/EDR> Equine Herpesvirus - North America (10): USA (CA) equine
Equine Herpes Virus -- United States
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) reported on [Mon 13 Feb 2017] that a horse from San Diego County, which was previously stabled at the HITS show grounds, in Thermal, California, tested positive for equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1).
"A 10-year-old Warmblood gelding in San Diego County displaying neurologic signs of urine dribbling and hind-limb ataxia (incoordination) was confirmed positive for equine herpesvirus-1 by the California Animal Health and Food Safety
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The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) reported on [Mon 13 Feb 2017] that a horse from San Diego County, which was previously stabled at the HITS show grounds, in Thermal, California, tested positive for equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1).
"A 10-year-old Warmblood gelding in San Diego County displaying neurologic signs of urine dribbling and hind-limb ataxia (incoordination) was confirmed positive for equine herpesvirus-1 by the California Animal Health and Food Safety
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PRO/AH/EDR> Leptospirosis - USA: (NYC) fatal, living in rat-infested buildings
Leptospirosis -- United States
2017 alert #3: Leptospirosis Cluster in the Concourse area of the Bronx
- A total of 3 cases of human leptospirosis have been identified over the past 2 months in a one block section of the Concourse area of the Bronx.
- Human leptospirosis cases are very rare in New York City and are associated with exposure to rats. Person-to-person transmission is rare.
- Report all suspected cases of human leptospirosis to the Health Department
A total of 3 cases of human leptospirosis have been
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2017 alert #3: Leptospirosis Cluster in the Concourse area of the Bronx
- A total of 3 cases of human leptospirosis have been identified over the past 2 months in a one block section of the Concourse area of the Bronx.
- Human leptospirosis cases are very rare in New York City and are associated with exposure to rats. Person-to-person transmission is rare.
- Report all suspected cases of human leptospirosis to the Health Department
A total of 3 cases of human leptospirosis have been
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PRO/AH/EDR> Avian influenza, human (20): China (SC, YN, BJ), H7N9, death toll
Avian Influenza H7N9 -- China
Chinese health authorities have registered two more cases of H7N9 avian influenza virus infection in the country's central Sichuan province, local media reported [Tue 14 Feb 2017].
A 60-year-old man and a 48-year-old woman were found to have been infected with the virus, the Chinese Xinhua news agency reported. The news outlet added that both the patients were in critical condition.
In January [2017], China's National Health and Family Planning Commission called for extra efforts to
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Chinese health authorities have registered two more cases of H7N9 avian influenza virus infection in the country's central Sichuan province, local media reported [Tue 14 Feb 2017].
A 60-year-old man and a 48-year-old woman were found to have been infected with the virus, the Chinese Xinhua news agency reported. The news outlet added that both the patients were in critical condition.
In January [2017], China's National Health and Family Planning Commission called for extra efforts to
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PRO/AH/EDR> Avian influenza (52): Czech Republic (LK) captive birds, HPAI H5N5, OIE
Avian Influenza -- Czech Republic
Information received on [and dated] 15 Feb 2017 from Dr Zbynek Semerad, Director General, State Veterinary Administration, Veterinary Administration, Prague, Czech Republic
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 12 Feb 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 12 Feb 2017
Reason for notification: 1st occurrence of a listed disease
Manifestation of disease: clinical disease
Causal agent: highly pathogenic influenza A virus
Serotype: H5N5
Nature of
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Information received on [and dated] 15 Feb 2017 from Dr Zbynek Semerad, Director General, State Veterinary Administration, Veterinary Administration, Prague, Czech Republic
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 12 Feb 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 12 Feb 2017
Reason for notification: 1st occurrence of a listed disease
Manifestation of disease: clinical disease
Causal agent: highly pathogenic influenza A virus
Serotype: H5N5
Nature of
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PRO/AH/EDR> Hantavirus update - Americas (14): Chile (LR)
Hantavirus -- Chile
- seal up all the openings where rodents could enter with [rodent-) resistant materials (steel, cement);
- eliminate unused materials that could serve as refuges for the rodent;
- dispose of trash well, in garbage cans with closed tops;
- keep stored food materials in hermetically closed containers;
- do not keep leftover food, including that of pets, within the reach of rodents, taking them away immediately and putting these remaining materials correctly in garbage cans with tops;
-
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- seal up all the openings where rodents could enter with [rodent-) resistant materials (steel, cement);
- eliminate unused materials that could serve as refuges for the rodent;
- dispose of trash well, in garbage cans with closed tops;
- keep stored food materials in hermetically closed containers;
- do not keep leftover food, including that of pets, within the reach of rodents, taking them away immediately and putting these remaining materials correctly in garbage cans with tops;
-
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PRO/EDR> Diphtheria - Venezuela: (AN, BO) resurgence
Diphtheria -- Venezuela
On Sunday morning [12 Feb 2017], the 2nd 10-year-old girl from Pariaguan, Anzoategui state, died in San Felix [Bolivar state] with clinical diagnosis of diphtheria.
The girl died of cardiac arrest only hours after having been admitted to intensive care at the health center in Bolivar state, because her illness had already been wreaking havoc on her body for 4 days.
Pediatricians reported that her father worked in the mining zone of the state and believe that he could have carried the
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On Sunday morning [12 Feb 2017], the 2nd 10-year-old girl from Pariaguan, Anzoategui state, died in San Felix [Bolivar state] with clinical diagnosis of diphtheria.
The girl died of cardiac arrest only hours after having been admitted to intensive care at the health center in Bolivar state, because her illness had already been wreaking havoc on her body for 4 days.
Pediatricians reported that her father worked in the mining zone of the state and believe that he could have carried the
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PRO/EDR> Streptococcus, group A - USA: (AK) fatal, new strain, homeless, RFI
Strep -- United States
There's an outbreak of a newly identified, rare strain of group A streptococcus bacteria [GAS or _Streptococcus pyogenes_] in Anchorage that's mostly impacting people who are experiencing homelessness. Public health workers will be visiting Brother Francis Shelter, Beans' Cafe, and other services this week to distribute antibiotics and antiseptics to try to stop the spread of the disease.
State epidemiologist Joe McLaughlin said the bacterium is fairly common. Most healthy people don't show
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There's an outbreak of a newly identified, rare strain of group A streptococcus bacteria [GAS or _Streptococcus pyogenes_] in Anchorage that's mostly impacting people who are experiencing homelessness. Public health workers will be visiting Brother Francis Shelter, Beans' Cafe, and other services this week to distribute antibiotics and antiseptics to try to stop the spread of the disease.
State epidemiologist Joe McLaughlin said the bacterium is fairly common. Most healthy people don't show
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PRO/AH/EDR> Toxic algae - New Zealand: (CA) alert
Algae -- New Zealand
The Community and Public Health division of Canterbury District Health Board has issued a health warning after potentially toxic blue-green algae (planktonic cyanobacteria) were found in Lake Pegasus.
Dr Ramon Pink, Canterbury Medical Officer of Health says the algal bloom can produce toxins harmful to humans and animals.
"People and animals, particularly dogs, should avoid contact with Lake Pegasus until the health warning has been lifted," Dr Pink says.
"Exposure may cause skin
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The Community and Public Health division of Canterbury District Health Board has issued a health warning after potentially toxic blue-green algae (planktonic cyanobacteria) were found in Lake Pegasus.
Dr Ramon Pink, Canterbury Medical Officer of Health says the algal bloom can produce toxins harmful to humans and animals.
"People and animals, particularly dogs, should avoid contact with Lake Pegasus until the health warning has been lifted," Dr Pink says.
"Exposure may cause skin
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Tuesday 14 February 2017
PRO/AH/EDR> Avian influenza (51): Taiwan (TA) poultry, HPAI, H5N6, spread
Avian Influenza H5N6 -- China
A farm in Chiayi yesterday [13 Feb 2017] became the nation's latest poultry farm to test positive for the highly pathogenic H5N6 avian influenza virus strain.
Comprehensive test results should be available today [14 Feb 2017], the Chiayi County Department of Agriculture said, adding that county inspectors found contaminated chickens at an unlicensed butcher's shop in a traditional market.
The news came after a turkey farm in Tainan was on Sunday [12 Feb 2017] confirmed to have
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A farm in Chiayi yesterday [13 Feb 2017] became the nation's latest poultry farm to test positive for the highly pathogenic H5N6 avian influenza virus strain.
Comprehensive test results should be available today [14 Feb 2017], the Chiayi County Department of Agriculture said, adding that county inspectors found contaminated chickens at an unlicensed butcher's shop in a traditional market.
The news came after a turkey farm in Tainan was on Sunday [12 Feb 2017] confirmed to have
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PRO/AH/EDR> Koi herpesvirus disease - South Africa: (GT) 1st report, OIE
Other Animal Disease -- South Africa
Information received on [and dated] 13 Feb 2017 from Dr Bothle Michael Modisane, Chief Director, Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Animal Production and Health, Pretoria, South Africa
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 31 Oct 2016
Date of confirmation of the event: 31 Oct 2016
Reason for notification: 1st occurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 2010
Manifestation of disease: clinical disease
Causal agent: Koi
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Information received on [and dated] 13 Feb 2017 from Dr Bothle Michael Modisane, Chief Director, Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Animal Production and Health, Pretoria, South Africa
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 31 Oct 2016
Date of confirmation of the event: 31 Oct 2016
Reason for notification: 1st occurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 2010
Manifestation of disease: clinical disease
Causal agent: Koi
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PRO/AH/EDR> Yellow fever update - Africa (01): Angola, Congo DR
Yellow Fever -- Angola
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) declared the end of the yellow fever outbreak in that country today [14 Feb 2017] following a similar announcement in Angola on 23 Dec 2016, bringing an end to the outbreak in both countries after no new confirmed cases were reported from both countries for the past 6 months.
"We are able to declare the end of one of the largest and most challenging yellow fever outbreaks in recent years through the strong and coordinated response by national
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The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) declared the end of the yellow fever outbreak in that country today [14 Feb 2017] following a similar announcement in Angola on 23 Dec 2016, bringing an end to the outbreak in both countries after no new confirmed cases were reported from both countries for the past 6 months.
"We are able to declare the end of one of the largest and most challenging yellow fever outbreaks in recent years through the strong and coordinated response by national
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PRO/AH/EDR> Hantavirus update - Americas (13): Chile
Hantavirus -- Chile
"The most important thing is to never enter cabins that are abandoned and have not been ventilated; do not enter sheds, storehouses, or firewood storage buildings. Teach children and anyone walking in the woods to not enter shrubby areas," said Katia Abarca, infectious disease physician of the Catholic University.
"It is always important to manage the garbage and food. Do not leave them within reach of mice. Leave the garbage far away from the tents," added the specialist.
Fever,
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"The most important thing is to never enter cabins that are abandoned and have not been ventilated; do not enter sheds, storehouses, or firewood storage buildings. Teach children and anyone walking in the woods to not enter shrubby areas," said Katia Abarca, infectious disease physician of the Catholic University.
"It is always important to manage the garbage and food. Do not leave them within reach of mice. Leave the garbage far away from the tents," added the specialist.
Fever,
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PRO/AH/EDR> Strangles, equine - UK: (England)
Strangles -- United Kingdom
A ban has been imposed on horse movements to and from Newton Abbot's Mare and Foal Sanctuary after an outbreak of an equine disease.
The quarantine is operating at the charity's Honeysuckle Farm centre after cases of the respiratory disease Strangles were confirmed. The restriction also effects the operation's other centre at Upcott Park near Holsworthy.
Managing director Syra Bowden said: "Working with rescue horses means we have to be realistic and know that we will see Strangles again
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A ban has been imposed on horse movements to and from Newton Abbot's Mare and Foal Sanctuary after an outbreak of an equine disease.
The quarantine is operating at the charity's Honeysuckle Farm centre after cases of the respiratory disease Strangles were confirmed. The restriction also effects the operation's other centre at Upcott Park near Holsworthy.
Managing director Syra Bowden said: "Working with rescue horses means we have to be realistic and know that we will see Strangles again
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PRO/EDR> Influenza (04): WHO global update
Influenza -- Worldwide/Unknown
Summary
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Influenza activity in the temperate zone of the northern hemisphere continued to increase, with many countries especially in East Asia and Europe having passed their seasonal threshold early in comparison with previous years. Worldwide, influenza A(H3N2) virus was predominant. The majority of influenza viruses characterized so far were similar antigenically to the reference viruses contained in vaccines for use in the 2016-2017 northern hemisphere influenza season. All tested
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Summary
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Influenza activity in the temperate zone of the northern hemisphere continued to increase, with many countries especially in East Asia and Europe having passed their seasonal threshold early in comparison with previous years. Worldwide, influenza A(H3N2) virus was predominant. The majority of influenza viruses characterized so far were similar antigenically to the reference viruses contained in vaccines for use in the 2016-2017 northern hemisphere influenza season. All tested
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PRO/AH/EDR> Kyasanur Forest disease - India: (KA) monkey
Kyasanur Forest Disease -- India
The death of 6 monkeys owing to Kyasanur Forest disease (KFD), also known as monkey fever, in the forests near Balekoppa village in Thirthahalli taluk [sub-district, Shimoga district] on [Sat 11 Feb 2017] has triggered panic among residents [in the area].
KFD is a viral infection that spreads from monkeys to humans through a tick bite. Of the 6 monkeys, 5 were found dead in the forest near Balekoppa village and another near neighbouring Suravinakoppa village.
Kiran SK, taluk health
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The death of 6 monkeys owing to Kyasanur Forest disease (KFD), also known as monkey fever, in the forests near Balekoppa village in Thirthahalli taluk [sub-district, Shimoga district] on [Sat 11 Feb 2017] has triggered panic among residents [in the area].
KFD is a viral infection that spreads from monkeys to humans through a tick bite. Of the 6 monkeys, 5 were found dead in the forest near Balekoppa village and another near neighbouring Suravinakoppa village.
Kiran SK, taluk health
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PRO/AH/EDR> Foot & mouth disease - Mongolia: (SB, DD) multiple species, st O, OIE
Foot and Mouth -- Mongolia
Information received on [and dated] 13 Feb 2017 from Dr Battsengel Dambadarjaa, Chief Veterinary Officer, Veterinary and Animal Breeding Service, Ministry for Food and Agriculture, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 24 Jan 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 28 Jan 2017
Reason for notification: reoccurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 29 Aug 2016
Manifestation of disease: clinical disease
Causal
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Information received on [and dated] 13 Feb 2017 from Dr Battsengel Dambadarjaa, Chief Veterinary Officer, Veterinary and Animal Breeding Service, Ministry for Food and Agriculture, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 24 Jan 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 28 Jan 2017
Reason for notification: reoccurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 29 Aug 2016
Manifestation of disease: clinical disease
Causal
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PRO/AH/EDR> Avian influenza, human (19): China (BJ, YN) H7N9
Avian Influenza H7N9 -- China
Beijing reported on [Sat 11 Feb 2017] a human case of avian influenza H7N9, the 1st human infection in the Chinese capital in 2017, authorities said. The patient is 68 years old and comes from the town of Langfang, in the neighboring province of Hebei. He is in a critical condition and receiving treatment.
The patient developed symptoms on [29 Jan 2017] and received care at a local hospital in Langfang. He was transferred to Beijing on [6 Feb 2017] due to the deterioration of his condition.
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Beijing reported on [Sat 11 Feb 2017] a human case of avian influenza H7N9, the 1st human infection in the Chinese capital in 2017, authorities said. The patient is 68 years old and comes from the town of Langfang, in the neighboring province of Hebei. He is in a critical condition and receiving treatment.
The patient developed symptoms on [29 Jan 2017] and received care at a local hospital in Langfang. He was transferred to Beijing on [6 Feb 2017] due to the deterioration of his condition.
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Monday 13 February 2017
PRO/AH/EDR> Rabies (09): Asia (China), animal, human
Rabies -- China
A small town in Meishan city, Sichuan culled more than 240 dogs after a woman died from a bite, the West China City Daily reports.
The slaughter started on [Thu 9 Feb 2017], a day after it was confirmed that the victim died from rabies, authorities of Xiuwen town said. Law enforcement officers in gloves beat the dogs to death with long poles. The animals' bodies were transported to a disposal site by government staff wearing face masks.
The woman, a dentist, was bitten by her own pet
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A small town in Meishan city, Sichuan culled more than 240 dogs after a woman died from a bite, the West China City Daily reports.
The slaughter started on [Thu 9 Feb 2017], a day after it was confirmed that the victim died from rabies, authorities of Xiuwen town said. Law enforcement officers in gloves beat the dogs to death with long poles. The animals' bodies were transported to a disposal site by government staff wearing face masks.
The woman, a dentist, was bitten by her own pet
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PRO/PL> Light leaf spot, oilseed rape & vegetable brassicas - UK: alert
Other Plant Disease -- United Kingdom
Oilseed rape growers are being alerted to the threat of light leaf spot as the industry's most serious disease has been seen from Scotland to Herefordshire.
The disease, which can cut yields by up to 1.5t/ha, is being picked up on susceptible varieties, and experts say where the disease is seen, growers should look to use a fungicide when they can travel on the land.
Identification of the disease in the growing crop is often difficult because symptoms are not always visible and are
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Oilseed rape growers are being alerted to the threat of light leaf spot as the industry's most serious disease has been seen from Scotland to Herefordshire.
The disease, which can cut yields by up to 1.5t/ha, is being picked up on susceptible varieties, and experts say where the disease is seen, growers should look to use a fungicide when they can travel on the land.
Identification of the disease in the growing crop is often difficult because symptoms are not always visible and are
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FSS slams council for allowing Errington Cheese product back on market
Food Standards Scotland (FSS) has called a local council’s decision to allow certain Errington Cheese products back on the market ‘premature’.
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PRO/AH/EDR> Ebola update (07): research, economy
Ebola -- Worldwide/Unknown
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PRO/AH/EDR> Avian influenza (48): Bosnia & Herzegovina (PR), HPAI H5N8, poultry, 1st report
Avian Influenza H5N8 -- Bosnia and Herzegovina
Bosnia has reported its 1st case of H5N8 bird flu. The authorities took measures to contain the outbreak of the disease and banned visits to the farm involved, the state-owned Srna news agency reported, citing the agriculture ministry of Bosnia's autonomous Serb Republic, where the farm is located.
Nobody from the ministry was immediately available to confirm the news.
Cases of bird flu have been found in a number of countries across Europe in the past months, including in neighbouring
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Bosnia has reported its 1st case of H5N8 bird flu. The authorities took measures to contain the outbreak of the disease and banned visits to the farm involved, the state-owned Srna news agency reported, citing the agriculture ministry of Bosnia's autonomous Serb Republic, where the farm is located.
Nobody from the ministry was immediately available to confirm the news.
Cases of bird flu have been found in a number of countries across Europe in the past months, including in neighbouring
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PRO/AH/EDR> MERS-CoV (12): Saudi Arabia (BA, MD, QS)
MERS -- Saudi Arabia
As of 14:00 [2:00 PM] today [Mon 13 Feb 2017], there have been a total of:
1553 laboratory-confirmed cases of MERS-CoV infection, including
646 deaths [reported case fatality rate 41.6 percent],
897 recoveries, and
10 currently active cases.
Since the last ProMED-mail update [Sat 11 Feb 2017], there have been a total of:
3 newly confirmed cases,
0 newly reported fatalities, and
1 newly reported recovery.
[Note: a newly confirmed case was reported for 11 Feb 2017 after the
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As of 14:00 [2:00 PM] today [Mon 13 Feb 2017], there have been a total of:
1553 laboratory-confirmed cases of MERS-CoV infection, including
646 deaths [reported case fatality rate 41.6 percent],
897 recoveries, and
10 currently active cases.
Since the last ProMED-mail update [Sat 11 Feb 2017], there have been a total of:
3 newly confirmed cases,
0 newly reported fatalities, and
1 newly reported recovery.
[Note: a newly confirmed case was reported for 11 Feb 2017 after the
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PRO/AH/EDR> Avian influenza (49): Ireland (CO, TY) HPAI H5N8, resident wild birds
Avian Influenza H5N8 -- Ireland
A total of 2 more cases of avian influenza confirmed on [Fri 10 Feb 2017] have brought the total number of cases in the Republic of Ireland to 8. The H5N8 strain of avian influenza has been confirmed in a grey heron in Middleton, Co Cork, and in a mute swan in Lough Eorna, Co Tipperary.
Both birds were found dead on [Fri 3 Feb 2017] and the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) confirmed the presence of H5N8 in both cases on [Fri 10 Feb 2017].
This is the 8th case of bird
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A total of 2 more cases of avian influenza confirmed on [Fri 10 Feb 2017] have brought the total number of cases in the Republic of Ireland to 8. The H5N8 strain of avian influenza has been confirmed in a grey heron in Middleton, Co Cork, and in a mute swan in Lough Eorna, Co Tipperary.
Both birds were found dead on [Fri 3 Feb 2017] and the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) confirmed the presence of H5N8 in both cases on [Fri 10 Feb 2017].
This is the 8th case of bird
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PRO/AH/EDR> Avian influenza (48): Taiwan (TA) poultry, HPAI H5N6, OIE
Avian Influenza H5N6 -- China
Information received on [and dated] 12 Feb 2017 from Dr Tai-Hwa Shih, Chief Veterinary Officer, Deputy Director General, Bureau of Animal and Plant Health Inspection and Quarantine Council of Agriculture Executive Yuan, Ministry of Agriculture, Taipei, Chinese
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 2 Feb 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 11 Feb 2017
Reason for notification: new strain of a listed disease in the country
Causal agent: Highly
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Information received on [and dated] 12 Feb 2017 from Dr Tai-Hwa Shih, Chief Veterinary Officer, Deputy Director General, Bureau of Animal and Plant Health Inspection and Quarantine Council of Agriculture Executive Yuan, Ministry of Agriculture, Taipei, Chinese
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 2 Feb 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 11 Feb 2017
Reason for notification: new strain of a listed disease in the country
Causal agent: Highly
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PRO/AH> Ross River virus - Australia (02): (NS, VI)
Ross River Virus -- Australia
FF went from being fit and strong to almost being in a wheelchair in just a week. All thanks to a mosquito. The Bunnaloo farmer and author was one of 34 people diagnosed with Ross River virus in the Murrumbidgee Local Health District in December [2016] -- 5 times the average for that time of year.
And Victoria is experiencing the worst outbreak of Ross River virus seen in at least a decade. In Campaspe Shire, there have been a staggering 43 notifications of the virus since [1 Jan 2017],
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FF went from being fit and strong to almost being in a wheelchair in just a week. All thanks to a mosquito. The Bunnaloo farmer and author was one of 34 people diagnosed with Ross River virus in the Murrumbidgee Local Health District in December [2016] -- 5 times the average for that time of year.
And Victoria is experiencing the worst outbreak of Ross River virus seen in at least a decade. In Campaspe Shire, there have been a staggering 43 notifications of the virus since [1 Jan 2017],
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PRO/AH/EDR> Yellow fever - Americas (21): Bolivia (LP) comment
Yellow Fever -- Bolivia
1. [News media report, in Spanish] .
2. [Educa, educational website in Spanish] .
3. Organización Panamericana de la Salud/OMS [Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)/WHO, Epidemiological alert: Yellow fever. 25 May 2016, Washington, DC, in Spanish]
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Communicated by:
EpiCore Surveillance Project member
Stalin Vilcarromero, MD, DTM&H
[ProMED thanks EpiCore member Stalin Vilcarromero, MD, DTM&H for his comments and explanation.
As mentioned in the early report of this case, it
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1. [News media report, in Spanish] .
2. [Educa, educational website in Spanish] .
3. Organización Panamericana de la Salud/OMS [Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)/WHO, Epidemiological alert: Yellow fever. 25 May 2016, Washington, DC, in Spanish]
--
Communicated by:
EpiCore Surveillance Project member
Stalin Vilcarromero, MD, DTM&H
[ProMED thanks EpiCore member Stalin Vilcarromero, MD, DTM&H for his comments and explanation.
As mentioned in the early report of this case, it
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PRO/PL> Brown rot, potato - Poland
Other Plant Disease -- Poland
The NPPO [National Plant Protection Organization] of Poland recently informed EPPO of another detection of _Ralstonia solanacearum_ (EPPO A2 List) on potatoes on its territory (see also EPPO RS 2015/001) [ProMED-mail post http://bit.ly/2lHegNA].
The bacterium was detected in 2016 in a lot of ware potatoes (_Solanum tuberosum_ cv. 'Lady Claire') which had been grown on an area covering approximately 250 ha [about 618 acres] and located in Central Western Poland. The
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The NPPO [National Plant Protection Organization] of Poland recently informed EPPO of another detection of _Ralstonia solanacearum_ (EPPO A2 List) on potatoes on its territory (see also EPPO RS 2015/001) [ProMED-mail post http://bit.ly/2lHegNA].
The bacterium was detected in 2016 in a lot of ware potatoes (_Solanum tuberosum_ cv. 'Lady Claire') which had been grown on an area covering approximately 250 ha [about 618 acres] and located in Central Western Poland. The
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Sunday 12 February 2017
PRO/AH/EDR> African swine fever - Europe (05): Ukraine (VI, CK) porcine, domestic, OIE
African Swine Fever -- Ukraine
Information received on [and dated] 9 Feb 2017 from Dr Olga Shevchenko, Head of Directorate for International Cooperation, State Service of Ukraine on Food Safety and Consumer Protection, Kiev, Ukraine
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 4 Feb 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 4 Feb 2017
Reason for notification: Reoccurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 11 Oct 2016
Manifestation of disease: clinical disease
Causal agent:
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Information received on [and dated] 9 Feb 2017 from Dr Olga Shevchenko, Head of Directorate for International Cooperation, State Service of Ukraine on Food Safety and Consumer Protection, Kiev, Ukraine
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 4 Feb 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 4 Feb 2017
Reason for notification: Reoccurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 11 Oct 2016
Manifestation of disease: clinical disease
Causal agent:
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PRO/EDR> Varicella update (01): USA (VA), India (AP)
Chicken Pox -- United States
Multiple cases of chicken pox have led to the cancellation of boys' basketball games at Auburn High School this week.
Montgomery County schools' spokeswoman Brenda Drake wrote in an email that the health department reported 3 confirmed cases of chicken pox at the school to the district last week.
At least one of those students participated on the basketball team, and it was recommended the games be canceled to prevent any possible spread of the illness, she wrote.
A combined 8 junior
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Multiple cases of chicken pox have led to the cancellation of boys' basketball games at Auburn High School this week.
Montgomery County schools' spokeswoman Brenda Drake wrote in an email that the health department reported 3 confirmed cases of chicken pox at the school to the district last week.
At least one of those students participated on the basketball team, and it was recommended the games be canceled to prevent any possible spread of the illness, she wrote.
A combined 8 junior
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PRO/EDR> Fake food poisoning, human fatalities - India RFI
Foodborne Illness -- India
Post-mortem reports of 4 people who died at Delhi's Asha Kiran home for the mentally challenged suggest that they died of "food poisoning" caused by "spurious food material," said an expert. The commission was informed that 11 deaths had occurred in the home in the last 2 months.
The 4 reports accessed by The Sunday Express are of inmates who died over a period of 3 months, one each in November and December last year [2016] and 2 this January [2017]. 39 inmates have died at the home in the
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Post-mortem reports of 4 people who died at Delhi's Asha Kiran home for the mentally challenged suggest that they died of "food poisoning" caused by "spurious food material," said an expert. The commission was informed that 11 deaths had occurred in the home in the last 2 months.
The 4 reports accessed by The Sunday Express are of inmates who died over a period of 3 months, one each in November and December last year [2016] and 2 this January [2017]. 39 inmates have died at the home in the
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PRO/AH/EDR> Undiagnosed respiratory disease - Malaysia (02): (KN,SL) leptospirosis conf, RFI
Leptospirosis -- Malaysia
Leptospirosis has been detected in 3 family members who fell sick after a family gathering in Kajang [Selangor], says Health director-general Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah.
He said laboratory tests on samples from a baby at the Hospital Tanah Merah [Kelantan], an adult from Hospital Raja Perempuan Zainab II [Kelantan] and another patient from the Hospital Tengku Ampuan Rahimah Klang [Selangor] had shown a strong positive for leptospirosis.
Leptospirosis is a bacterial infection that can
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Leptospirosis has been detected in 3 family members who fell sick after a family gathering in Kajang [Selangor], says Health director-general Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah.
He said laboratory tests on samples from a baby at the Hospital Tanah Merah [Kelantan], an adult from Hospital Raja Perempuan Zainab II [Kelantan] and another patient from the Hospital Tengku Ampuan Rahimah Klang [Selangor] had shown a strong positive for leptospirosis.
Leptospirosis is a bacterial infection that can
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PRO/AH/EDR> Rabies (08): Americas
Rabies -- Canada
For the 3rd time since December 2015, a cow in Perth County has tested positive for rabies.
According to the Perth District Health Unit, the latest case involves a calf from the Gowanstown area, north of Listowel.
A cow south of Listowel in the former Elma Township tested positive for the disease last November [2016]. It was also found in a calf and a skunk in the Ellice area south of Milverton.
Public health authorities believe the calf likely contracted the virus by coming into
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For the 3rd time since December 2015, a cow in Perth County has tested positive for rabies.
According to the Perth District Health Unit, the latest case involves a calf from the Gowanstown area, north of Listowel.
A cow south of Listowel in the former Elma Township tested positive for the disease last November [2016]. It was also found in a calf and a skunk in the Ellice area south of Milverton.
Public health authorities believe the calf likely contracted the virus by coming into
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Saturday 11 February 2017
PRO/AH/EDR> MERS-CoV (11): Saudi Arabia (NJ, MD, MK), WHO
MERS -- Saudi Arabia
Between 10 Jan 2017 and 3 Feb 2017 the National International Health Regulations Focal Point of Saudi Arabia reported seventeen (17) additional cases of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) including four (4) fatal cases. Three (3) deaths among previously reported MERS cases (case no. 1 and 2 in DON published on 26 January 2017 and case no. 6 in DON published on 17 January 2017) were also reported.
Detailed information concerning these cases can be found in a separate document (see link
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Between 10 Jan 2017 and 3 Feb 2017 the National International Health Regulations Focal Point of Saudi Arabia reported seventeen (17) additional cases of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) including four (4) fatal cases. Three (3) deaths among previously reported MERS cases (case no. 1 and 2 in DON published on 26 January 2017 and case no. 6 in DON published on 17 January 2017) were also reported.
Detailed information concerning these cases can be found in a separate document (see link
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PRO/AH/EDR> Foot & mouth disease - South Korea (03): bovine, serotypes A, O, spread
Foot and Mouth -- South Korea
During the 16 years since the 1st outbreak of foot and mouth disease [FMD] in 2000, the South Korean government has reportedly spent 3.3 trillion won (USD 2.87 billion) just on compensating farmers for cattle and hogs that have been culled and other forms of direct damage relief. Amid a simultaneous outbreak of 2 strains of the disease and difficulty determining the disease's entry point, FMD is gradually becoming a more complicated issue.
According to figures the Ministry of Agriculture,
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During the 16 years since the 1st outbreak of foot and mouth disease [FMD] in 2000, the South Korean government has reportedly spent 3.3 trillion won (USD 2.87 billion) just on compensating farmers for cattle and hogs that have been culled and other forms of direct damage relief. Amid a simultaneous outbreak of 2 strains of the disease and difficulty determining the disease's entry point, FMD is gradually becoming a more complicated issue.
According to figures the Ministry of Agriculture,
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PRO/AH/EDR> Hantavirus update - Americas (12): Chile (AR) susp.
Hantavirus -- Chile
A 26-year-old man, resident of the Teodoro Schmidt community, died of an apparent hantavirus infection in the Araucanía region.
As of now, confirmation of the diagnosis has not been confirmed by the Ministry of Health. However, when he presented with the illness, he went to a health assistance center. That center carried out a rapid test for the virus that was positive.
The progression of the disease was rapid and sudden. The victim died in recent hours and it is stated that his medical
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A 26-year-old man, resident of the Teodoro Schmidt community, died of an apparent hantavirus infection in the Araucanía region.
As of now, confirmation of the diagnosis has not been confirmed by the Ministry of Health. However, when he presented with the illness, he went to a health assistance center. That center carried out a rapid test for the virus that was positive.
The progression of the disease was rapid and sudden. The victim died in recent hours and it is stated that his medical
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PRO/AH/EDR> Avian influenza (47): South Korea, HPAI H5N6, poultry, spread
Avian Influenza H5N6 -- South Korea
Facing its worst avian influenza outbreak, South Korea has culled more than 33 million poultry since the 1st reported case last November [2016], officials said [Sat 11 Feb 2017] while observers noted local resources to deal with the deadliest outbreak may have already been stretched too thin.
According to the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, the country has culled 33.12 million animals as of [Fri 10 Feb 2017]. The number is already more than double the previous record of
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Facing its worst avian influenza outbreak, South Korea has culled more than 33 million poultry since the 1st reported case last November [2016], officials said [Sat 11 Feb 2017] while observers noted local resources to deal with the deadliest outbreak may have already been stretched too thin.
According to the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, the country has culled 33.12 million animals as of [Fri 10 Feb 2017]. The number is already more than double the previous record of
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PRO/AH> Yellow fever - Americas (20): Brazil comment
Yellow Fever -- Brazil
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PRO/AH/EDR> Equine Herpesvirus - North America (09): USA (MI) equine
Equine Herpes Virus -- United States
The Equine Disease Communication Center (EDCC) has confirmed that an Ingham County, Michigan, horse has tested positive for equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1).
"On [Wed 8 Feb 2017], a horse from a small stable in Ingham County, Michigan, was diagnosed with EHV-1," the EDCC said [Fri 10 Feb 2017]. "The horse had only mild clinical signs and is recovering. The farm is under quarantine until all horses are free from clinical signs, including fever, for 21 days. Horses at this farm rarely travel and
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The Equine Disease Communication Center (EDCC) has confirmed that an Ingham County, Michigan, horse has tested positive for equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1).
"On [Wed 8 Feb 2017], a horse from a small stable in Ingham County, Michigan, was diagnosed with EHV-1," the EDCC said [Fri 10 Feb 2017]. "The horse had only mild clinical signs and is recovering. The farm is under quarantine until all horses are free from clinical signs, including fever, for 21 days. Horses at this farm rarely travel and
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PRO/AH/EDR> Salmon die-off - Chile: karenia susp.
Animal Die-off -- Chile
An estimated 149 000 salmon that were being transported to a site of Nova Austral located in the Magallanes Region of Chile, to be stocked, presumably died because of a toxic microalga. The company's general manager, Nicos Nicolaides, said that the death of 105 000 fish of 210 grams [7.41 ounces] that were transported by the ship Don Pedro and another 44 000 fish of 420 grams [14.82 ounces] carried by the ship Maria Ines, occurred near Gulf Penas.
Samplings by experts indicate that the
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An estimated 149 000 salmon that were being transported to a site of Nova Austral located in the Magallanes Region of Chile, to be stocked, presumably died because of a toxic microalga. The company's general manager, Nicos Nicolaides, said that the death of 105 000 fish of 210 grams [7.41 ounces] that were transported by the ship Don Pedro and another 44 000 fish of 420 grams [14.82 ounces] carried by the ship Maria Ines, occurred near Gulf Penas.
Samplings by experts indicate that the
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PRO/AH/EDR> Plague, animal - USA: (NM) canine
Plague -- United States
The New Mexico Department of Health says it's discovered plague in 3 dogs in the East Mountains.
The department says in a news release that the dogs were several miles from Edgewood and were confirmed to have plague this year.
Plague is a bacterial disease that can be fatal but in most cases causes fever, chills, headache and weakness.
It can be passed from animals to people by direct contact.
New Mexico saw 4 human plague cases in 2016, although nobody died. There were also 4
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The New Mexico Department of Health says it's discovered plague in 3 dogs in the East Mountains.
The department says in a news release that the dogs were several miles from Edgewood and were confirmed to have plague this year.
Plague is a bacterial disease that can be fatal but in most cases causes fever, chills, headache and weakness.
It can be passed from animals to people by direct contact.
New Mexico saw 4 human plague cases in 2016, although nobody died. There were also 4
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PRO/AH/EDR> Yellow fever - Americas (19): Bolivia (LP)
Yellow Fever -- Bolivia
The ministry of Health confirmed the 1st case of yellow fever in Bolivia after 10 years of not having been reported. The affected individual is a Danish citizen who was traveling in Caranavi and was positive in tests that were carried out.
"After 10 years, a case of yellow fever is confirmed. The affected individual is a foreigner who went into the forest (in Caranavi) and apparently that is where he acquired the virus. A team of technicians of the Ministry went there to strengthen
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The ministry of Health confirmed the 1st case of yellow fever in Bolivia after 10 years of not having been reported. The affected individual is a Danish citizen who was traveling in Caranavi and was positive in tests that were carried out.
"After 10 years, a case of yellow fever is confirmed. The affected individual is a foreigner who went into the forest (in Caranavi) and apparently that is where he acquired the virus. A team of technicians of the Ministry went there to strengthen
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PRO/AH/EDR> Schmallenberg virus - Europe (03): UK (England, Wales), ovine, bovine
Schmallenberg -- United Kingdom
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PRO/EDR> Amnesia, b/l hippocampal ischemia - USA: (MA) illicit drug use, toxin susp., RFI
-- United States
"The combination of clinical findings described in this report has previously been reported rarely and in isolation, associated with isolated cocaine use, influenza, and carbon monoxide poisoning (2-6). This cluster of amnestic syndrome associated with bilateral complete hippocampal ischemia is unusual given the absence of a readily identifiable etiology, the temporospatial clustering, relatively young patient age, and extensive substance use among affected persons.
"Cardiopulmonary,
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"The combination of clinical findings described in this report has previously been reported rarely and in isolation, associated with isolated cocaine use, influenza, and carbon monoxide poisoning (2-6). This cluster of amnestic syndrome associated with bilateral complete hippocampal ischemia is unusual given the absence of a readily identifiable etiology, the temporospatial clustering, relatively young patient age, and extensive substance use among affected persons.
"Cardiopulmonary,
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PRO/EDR> Streptococcus, group A, scarlet fever - UK: (England)
Scarlet Fever -- United Kingdom
Doctors say Britain looks to be heading for another large outbreak of scarlet fever. Cases hit a 50-year high in 2015/16, and Public Health England say figures are on course for a similar rate this year [2017]. The peak season for cases is usually in March and April, and parents are encouraged to learn the symptoms now.
In its latest report, Public Health England said rates of notified cases so far this season were highest in the East Midlands (8.6 per 100 000 people), followed by the North
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Doctors say Britain looks to be heading for another large outbreak of scarlet fever. Cases hit a 50-year high in 2015/16, and Public Health England say figures are on course for a similar rate this year [2017]. The peak season for cases is usually in March and April, and parents are encouraged to learn the symptoms now.
In its latest report, Public Health England said rates of notified cases so far this season were highest in the East Midlands (8.6 per 100 000 people), followed by the North
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PRO/AH/EDR> Haff disease - possible model
Other Animal Disease -- Canada
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PRO/EDR> Mumps update (04): USA (WA), New Zealand
Mumps -- United States
The Spokane Regional Health District reported 152 cases of mumps in Spokane County as of [Sun 5 Feb 2017], with several more under investigation, therefore, the number is expected to grow in coming days.
In King County, the number of current cases in the county stands at 179 (72 confirmed, 107 probable), with 61.5 percent reported as up-to-date on MMR vaccine.
As of [Tud 7 Feb 2017] 44 confirmed and probable cases have been reported in Pierce County.
These and 5 other Washington
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The Spokane Regional Health District reported 152 cases of mumps in Spokane County as of [Sun 5 Feb 2017], with several more under investigation, therefore, the number is expected to grow in coming days.
In King County, the number of current cases in the county stands at 179 (72 confirmed, 107 probable), with 61.5 percent reported as up-to-date on MMR vaccine.
As of [Tud 7 Feb 2017] 44 confirmed and probable cases have been reported in Pierce County.
These and 5 other Washington
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PRO/AH/EDR> Undiagnosed respiratory disease - Malaysia: (KN) RFI
Undiagnosed -- Malaysia
Up to 40 members in a family have been quarantined at a hospital after a 59-year-old man died of a type of virus that doctors have yet to identify.
The man suffered from a cough and had difficulty breathing before he died at the Tanah Merah Hospital [in Kelantan] on [Mon 6 Feb 2017].
His 28-year-old relative is in critical condition at the same hospital. Both men had recently returned from Kajang, Selangor after a holiday with their families over the Chinese New Year period.
To avoid
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Up to 40 members in a family have been quarantined at a hospital after a 59-year-old man died of a type of virus that doctors have yet to identify.
The man suffered from a cough and had difficulty breathing before he died at the Tanah Merah Hospital [in Kelantan] on [Mon 6 Feb 2017].
His 28-year-old relative is in critical condition at the same hospital. Both men had recently returned from Kajang, Selangor after a holiday with their families over the Chinese New Year period.
To avoid
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Friday 10 February 2017
PRO/EDR> Foodborne illness - USA: (FL) science olympiad, staphylococcal
Foodborne Illness -- United States
One of more than 20 events at the Florida Gateway College Science Olympiad this past [Sat 4 Feb 2017], was a competition for "Disease Detectives."
About 200 students, chaperones, teachers and college faculty members were involved in the Olympiad and after a volunteer-provided lunch, more than 50 became sick enough to be taken -- some by ambulance -- to either the Lake City Medical Center or the Shands Lake Shore Regional Medical Center. All were treated and released, leaving it not to the
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One of more than 20 events at the Florida Gateway College Science Olympiad this past [Sat 4 Feb 2017], was a competition for "Disease Detectives."
About 200 students, chaperones, teachers and college faculty members were involved in the Olympiad and after a volunteer-provided lunch, more than 50 became sick enough to be taken -- some by ambulance -- to either the Lake City Medical Center or the Shands Lake Shore Regional Medical Center. All were treated and released, leaving it not to the
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PRO/AH/EDR> Tetracapsuloides bryosalmonae, lethal fish parasite (02): corr.
Animal Die-off -- United States
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PRO/EDR> HIV - China: (ZJ) nosocomial transmission
HIV/AIDS -- China
A Chinese hospital has admitted accidentally infecting 5 people with HIV because a staff member reused medical equipment that should have been discarded. Officials said that a technician reused a tube used to treat an individual with HIV on other patients.
Provincial authorities described it as a "severe violation of procedure". Five people had been fired at Hangzhou's Zhejiang Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine, they said. Provincial health officials said they were informed of the
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A Chinese hospital has admitted accidentally infecting 5 people with HIV because a staff member reused medical equipment that should have been discarded. Officials said that a technician reused a tube used to treat an individual with HIV on other patients.
Provincial authorities described it as a "severe violation of procedure". Five people had been fired at Hangzhou's Zhejiang Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine, they said. Provincial health officials said they were informed of the
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PRO/EDR> Hepatitis B - China: (SD) hemodialysis unit
Hepatitis B -- China
A doctor from the Chengyang People's Hospital in Qingdao, East China's Shandong Province confirmed a hepatitis B outbreak in the hospital, saying that a few cases have been reported, The Beijing News reported on [Thu 9 Feb 2017].
A netizen posted a document from the Shandong Health and Family Planning Bureau (HFPB) on , a Chinese medical forum, on [Thu 9 Feb 2017] morning, claiming that a possible hepatitis B outbreak at a local hospital's hemodialysis department caused by poor management
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A doctor from the Chengyang People's Hospital in Qingdao, East China's Shandong Province confirmed a hepatitis B outbreak in the hospital, saying that a few cases have been reported, The Beijing News reported on [Thu 9 Feb 2017].
A netizen posted a document from the Shandong Health and Family Planning Bureau (HFPB) on , a Chinese medical forum, on [Thu 9 Feb 2017] morning, claiming that a possible hepatitis B outbreak at a local hospital's hemodialysis department caused by poor management
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PRO/AH/EDR> Psoroptic mange, bighorn sheep - Canada: (BC)
Other Animal Disease -- Canada
Bighorn sheep in the South Okanagan [British Columbia] are facing a new threat on the heels of a pneumonia outbreak in 1999 that decimated the bighorn sheep herd around Vaseux Lake.
Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations Communications Officer Dave Townsend says ministry technicians discovered _Psoroptes ovis_, or sheep mange, in Similkameen Valley bighorn sheep populations in 2011.
It's the 1st time the disease has been seen in Canada since being eradicated from
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Bighorn sheep in the South Okanagan [British Columbia] are facing a new threat on the heels of a pneumonia outbreak in 1999 that decimated the bighorn sheep herd around Vaseux Lake.
Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations Communications Officer Dave Townsend says ministry technicians discovered _Psoroptes ovis_, or sheep mange, in Similkameen Valley bighorn sheep populations in 2011.
It's the 1st time the disease has been seen in Canada since being eradicated from
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PRO/EDR> Melioidosis - Australia (03): (NT) fatality
Melioidosis -- Australia
A 2nd person has died in the Northern Territory after contracting a tropical disease that thrives in monsoonal conditions. Melioidosis, which is caused by a bacterium that lies dormant in the soil for most of the year but surfaces during heavy rain, has been contracted by 28 people so far this wet season [2017]. It can lead to severe pneumonia and blood poisoning and has a mortality rate of up to 15 percent.
Melioidosis invades the body through cuts and sores, but it can also be inhaled if
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A 2nd person has died in the Northern Territory after contracting a tropical disease that thrives in monsoonal conditions. Melioidosis, which is caused by a bacterium that lies dormant in the soil for most of the year but surfaces during heavy rain, has been contracted by 28 people so far this wet season [2017]. It can lead to severe pneumonia and blood poisoning and has a mortality rate of up to 15 percent.
Melioidosis invades the body through cuts and sores, but it can also be inhaled if
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PRO/EDR> Hepatitis - Pakistan: (SD) fatalities
Hepatitis -- Pakistan
The rise of hepatitis , including the Khairpur district, has resulted in the death of at least 10 people, from Muhammad Laiq Rajper village, in the last 15 days.
The increase in use of contaminated water has been understood to be the principal cause in the rise of the disease.
According to details, hepatitis has been spreading speedily in in rural areas of Sindh, with hundreds patients visiting hospitals in all 8 talukas of the district. However, there are still many other very poor
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The rise of hepatitis , including the Khairpur district, has resulted in the death of at least 10 people, from Muhammad Laiq Rajper village, in the last 15 days.
The increase in use of contaminated water has been understood to be the principal cause in the rise of the disease.
According to details, hepatitis has been spreading speedily in in rural areas of Sindh, with hundreds patients visiting hospitals in all 8 talukas of the district. However, there are still many other very poor
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PRO/EDR> Buruli ulcer - São Tomé and Príncipe (02): comment, RFI
Mycobacteria, non-TB -- Sao Tome & Principe
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PRO/AH/EDR> Foot & mouth disease - Egypt: livestock, spread
Foot and Mouth -- Egypt
Member of Parliament (MP) Mohammed Ali, has issued an urgent statement addressing the spread of foot-and-mouth disease [FMD], adding that at present about 70 percent of the consumed meat is imported, with domestic production providing the remaining 30 percent.
The MP underlined that no pre-emptive action to counter the disease has been applied by the State apparatus. He further said that vaccination of cattle has been ignored and that there is "a state of blackout on the extent of the
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Member of Parliament (MP) Mohammed Ali, has issued an urgent statement addressing the spread of foot-and-mouth disease [FMD], adding that at present about 70 percent of the consumed meat is imported, with domestic production providing the remaining 30 percent.
The MP underlined that no pre-emptive action to counter the disease has been applied by the State apparatus. He further said that vaccination of cattle has been ignored and that there is "a state of blackout on the extent of the
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PRO/AH/EDR> Influenza, canine - USA: (IL)
Influenza -- United States
The Anti-Cruelty Society in Chicago has stopped some pet adoptions due to an outbreak of dog flu. "It spread quickly throughout the facility and once we saw several dogs showing the signs we decided it was best to close for adoptions," said Colette Bradley, The Anti-Cruelty Society.
Around 70 dogs were exposed when a sick dog came into the facility. For now, they are all stuck in their cages to try and get them better and reduce the spread to pets nearby.
"We will have these animals in
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The Anti-Cruelty Society in Chicago has stopped some pet adoptions due to an outbreak of dog flu. "It spread quickly throughout the facility and once we saw several dogs showing the signs we decided it was best to close for adoptions," said Colette Bradley, The Anti-Cruelty Society.
Around 70 dogs were exposed when a sick dog came into the facility. For now, they are all stuck in their cages to try and get them better and reduce the spread to pets nearby.
"We will have these animals in
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