Measles -- United States
According to the Russian Health Ministry, those who have not been immunized account for the largest number of people diagnosed with measles. "The people who have not been vaccinated or have no information about vaccination (over 90%) account for the largest proportion of those diagnosed with measles. The proportion of children (55.4%) remains high; 90% of them are children who have not been vaccinated against measles," the ministry said.
Children under one year of age are also at risk. This
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Thursday 31 January 2019
PRO/EDR> Poliomyelitis update (10): (Afghanistan, Pakistan, Nigeria) positive environ.
Polio -- Afghanistan
New wild poliovirus cases reported this week: 0
Total number of wild poliovirus cases in 2019: 0
Total number of wild poliovirus cases in 2018: 33
New cVDPV cases reported this week: 0
Total number of cVDPV cases (all types) in 2019: 0
Total number of cVDPV cases (all types) in 2018: 102
Headlines
Summary of new viruses this week:
- Afghanistan - 5 wild poliovirus type 1 (WPV1)-positive environmental samples;
- Pakistan - 10 WPV1-positive environmental samples;
- Nigeria - 2
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New wild poliovirus cases reported this week: 0
Total number of wild poliovirus cases in 2019: 0
Total number of wild poliovirus cases in 2018: 33
New cVDPV cases reported this week: 0
Total number of cVDPV cases (all types) in 2019: 0
Total number of cVDPV cases (all types) in 2018: 102
Headlines
Summary of new viruses this week:
- Afghanistan - 5 wild poliovirus type 1 (WPV1)-positive environmental samples;
- Pakistan - 10 WPV1-positive environmental samples;
- Nigeria - 2
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PRO/AH/EDR> Lassa fever - West Africa (06): Nigeria
Lassa Fever -- Nigeria
- In the reporting week 3 (14-20 Jan 2019), 74 new confirmed cases were reported from Edo (31), Ondo (18), Bauchi (7), Ebonyi (2), Plateau (10), Taraba (5), and Adamawa (1) states with 12 new deaths in Ondo (3), Edo (4), Ebonyi (1), Plateau (2), Taraba (1), and Adamawa (1).
- From 1-20 Jan 2019, a total of 377 suspected cases have been reported from 9 states. Of these, 136 were confirmed positive and 240 were negative (not a case).
- Since the onset of the 2019 outbreak, there have been 31
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- In the reporting week 3 (14-20 Jan 2019), 74 new confirmed cases were reported from Edo (31), Ondo (18), Bauchi (7), Ebonyi (2), Plateau (10), Taraba (5), and Adamawa (1) states with 12 new deaths in Ondo (3), Edo (4), Ebonyi (1), Plateau (2), Taraba (1), and Adamawa (1).
- From 1-20 Jan 2019, a total of 377 suspected cases have been reported from 9 states. Of these, 136 were confirmed positive and 240 were negative (not a case).
- Since the onset of the 2019 outbreak, there have been 31
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PRO/AH/EDR> Hantavirus - Americas (08): Argentina (CH) comment
Hantavirus -- Argentina
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PRO/AH/EDR> MERS-CoV (10): Saudi Arabia (RI), secondary cases
MERS -- Saudi Arabia
Since the last update on 29 Jan 2019, there have been 3 newly confirmed cases of MERS-CoV reported by Saudi Arabia.
Information on newly confirmed cases (3):
[1]
Date of confirmation report: 30 Jan 2019
Case No: 19-1788
MERS in Buraidah city: 65-year-old male in Buraidah city, Qassim region
Contact with camels: Yes
Case classification: Primary, community acquired
Current status: Hospitalized
[2]
Date of confirmation report: 31 Jan 2019
Case No: 19-1789
MERS in Wadi
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Since the last update on 29 Jan 2019, there have been 3 newly confirmed cases of MERS-CoV reported by Saudi Arabia.
Information on newly confirmed cases (3):
[1]
Date of confirmation report: 30 Jan 2019
Case No: 19-1788
MERS in Buraidah city: 65-year-old male in Buraidah city, Qassim region
Contact with camels: Yes
Case classification: Primary, community acquired
Current status: Hospitalized
[2]
Date of confirmation report: 31 Jan 2019
Case No: 19-1789
MERS in Wadi
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PRO/AH/EDR> Ebola update (12): Congo DR (NK, IT) cases, summaries, preparedness, treatment
Ebola -- DR Congo
- Since the beginning of vaccination on 8 Aug 2018, 69 827 people have been vaccinated, including 20 241 in Beni, 16 390 in Katwa, 7860 in Butembo, 6008 in Mabalako, 2626 in Kalunguta, 2080 in Komanda, 1911 in Goma, 1755 in Oicha, 1663 in Mandima, 1157 in Karisimbi, 877 in Vuhovi, 873 in Kayina, 842 in Kyondo, 750 in Masereka, 700 in Lubero, 599 in Mutwanga, 560 in Rutshuru, 527 in Nyankunde, 524 in Biena, 442 in Musienene, 434 in Bunia, 355 to Tchomia, 167 to Kirotshe, 125 to Nyiragongo, 114
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- Since the beginning of vaccination on 8 Aug 2018, 69 827 people have been vaccinated, including 20 241 in Beni, 16 390 in Katwa, 7860 in Butembo, 6008 in Mabalako, 2626 in Kalunguta, 2080 in Komanda, 1911 in Goma, 1755 in Oicha, 1663 in Mandima, 1157 in Karisimbi, 877 in Vuhovi, 873 in Kayina, 842 in Kyondo, 750 in Masereka, 700 in Lubero, 599 in Mutwanga, 560 in Rutshuru, 527 in Nyankunde, 524 in Biena, 442 in Musienene, 434 in Bunia, 355 to Tchomia, 167 to Kirotshe, 125 to Nyiragongo, 114
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PRO/AH/EDR> Foot & mouth disease - Zambia (02): (NR) cattle, serotype A, OIE
Foot and Mouth -- Zambia
Information received on [and dated] 29 Jan 2019 Dr. Yona Sinkala, Director, Department of Veterinary Services, Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock, Lusaka, Zambia
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 17 Sep 2018
Date of confirmation of the event: 21 Jan 2019
Reason for notification: recurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 1990
Manifestation of disease: clinical disease
Causal agent: foot-and-mouth disease virus
Serotype:
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Information received on [and dated] 29 Jan 2019 Dr. Yona Sinkala, Director, Department of Veterinary Services, Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock, Lusaka, Zambia
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 17 Sep 2018
Date of confirmation of the event: 21 Jan 2019
Reason for notification: recurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 1990
Manifestation of disease: clinical disease
Causal agent: foot-and-mouth disease virus
Serotype:
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PRO/AH/EDR> Whale strandings - North Atlantic: sonar, 1960-2004
Undiagnosed -- Worldwide/Unknown
de Quiros YB, Ferbabdes A, Baird RW, et al. Advances in research on the impacts of anti-submarine sonar on beaked whales. The Royal Society Publishing 2019; 286(1895); .
Abstract
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"Mass stranding events (MSEs) of beaked whales (BWs) were extremely rare prior to the 1960s but increased markedly after the development of naval mid-frequency active sonar (MFAS). The temporal and spatial associations between atypical BW MSEs and naval exercises were first observed in the Canary
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de Quiros YB, Ferbabdes A, Baird RW, et al. Advances in research on the impacts of anti-submarine sonar on beaked whales. The Royal Society Publishing 2019; 286(1895); .
Abstract
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"Mass stranding events (MSEs) of beaked whales (BWs) were extremely rare prior to the 1960s but increased markedly after the development of naval mid-frequency active sonar (MFAS). The temporal and spatial associations between atypical BW MSEs and naval exercises were first observed in the Canary
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PRO/EDR> Syphilis - Canada: (MB) increased incidence, methamphetamine use, 2018
Syphilis -- Canada
The Winnipeg Regional Health Authority [WRHA] is sounding the alarm on sexually transmitted infections in the city, warning that cases of syphilis are on the rise.
In 2018, the rate of syphilis in Winnipeg was 4 times higher than it was in 2017, according to the WRHA. Dr Pierre Plourde, medical officer of health with the WRHA, said these rates are the highest he's seen in 20 years. "We knew syphilis was on the increase, but this is unheard of," said Plourde.
The WRHA is still trying to
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The Winnipeg Regional Health Authority [WRHA] is sounding the alarm on sexually transmitted infections in the city, warning that cases of syphilis are on the rise.
In 2018, the rate of syphilis in Winnipeg was 4 times higher than it was in 2017, according to the WRHA. Dr Pierre Plourde, medical officer of health with the WRHA, said these rates are the highest he's seen in 20 years. "We knew syphilis was on the increase, but this is unheard of," said Plourde.
The WRHA is still trying to
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PRO/AH/EDR> Hantavirus - Americas (07): Argentina (CH)
Hantavirus -- Argentina
Within the guidelines set by the Ministry of Health of Chubut, the Undersecretariat of Human Rights, under the Ministry of Government, coordinated a working day at the local Epuyen Cultural Center, where the different emerging issues of the health contingency affecting the locality were addressed. The proposal arose from attitudes and behaviors that show negative beliefs, as well as forms of stigma and discriminatory practices in the community that transcend the theme of health and have an
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Within the guidelines set by the Ministry of Health of Chubut, the Undersecretariat of Human Rights, under the Ministry of Government, coordinated a working day at the local Epuyen Cultural Center, where the different emerging issues of the health contingency affecting the locality were addressed. The proposal arose from attitudes and behaviors that show negative beliefs, as well as forms of stigma and discriminatory practices in the community that transcend the theme of health and have an
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Wednesday 30 January 2019
PRO/AH/EDR> Newcastle disease - Russia: (KD) poultry, OIE
Newcastle Disease -- Russia
Information received on 29 Jan 2019 from Dr Nikolay Vlasov, Deputy Head, Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance, Ministry of Agriculture, Moscou, Russia
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 24 Jan 2019
Date of confirmation of the event: 28 Jan 2019
Reason for notification: recurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 27 Dec 2016
Manifestation of disease: clinical disease
Causal agent: Newcastle disease
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Information received on 29 Jan 2019 from Dr Nikolay Vlasov, Deputy Head, Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance, Ministry of Agriculture, Moscou, Russia
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 24 Jan 2019
Date of confirmation of the event: 28 Jan 2019
Reason for notification: recurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 27 Dec 2016
Manifestation of disease: clinical disease
Causal agent: Newcastle disease
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PRO/AH/EDR> Strangles, equine - USA (02): (WA) horses
Strangles -- United States
In Pierce County, Washington, one horse was suspected and later confirmed positive for strangles.
Shortly after announcing a positive case of equine strangles in Stevens County, Washington, the Equine Disease Communication Center (EDCC) reported 2 cases of strangles in Pierce County, Washington.
The attending veterinarian of the most recent cases reported that 2 horses were affected. The first was a 10-year-old Paint mare that had onset of clinical signs on [Sun 13 Jan 2019] including
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In Pierce County, Washington, one horse was suspected and later confirmed positive for strangles.
Shortly after announcing a positive case of equine strangles in Stevens County, Washington, the Equine Disease Communication Center (EDCC) reported 2 cases of strangles in Pierce County, Washington.
The attending veterinarian of the most recent cases reported that 2 horses were affected. The first was a 10-year-old Paint mare that had onset of clinical signs on [Sun 13 Jan 2019] including
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PRO/PL> Late blight, potato - Nigeria: (PL)
Other Plant Disease -- Nigeria
Last year [2018] was tough for potato farmers in Plateau State, the country's main producer of potatoes. The rainy season aggravated the plight as blight, a potent potato disease, ravaged most farms. Crises and blight therefore led to a rapid rise in the cost of potato seeds [tubers].
Seeds were expensive in 2018 because [of] crises [making] farmers unable to harvest their crops [and] the ravaging potato blight during the rainy season. [For] seed imported from Holland, new varieties would
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Last year [2018] was tough for potato farmers in Plateau State, the country's main producer of potatoes. The rainy season aggravated the plight as blight, a potent potato disease, ravaged most farms. Crises and blight therefore led to a rapid rise in the cost of potato seeds [tubers].
Seeds were expensive in 2018 because [of] crises [making] farmers unable to harvest their crops [and] the ravaging potato blight during the rainy season. [For] seed imported from Holland, new varieties would
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PRO/AH/EDR> Equine influenza - USA: (CA) horses
Equine Influenza -- United States
Two horses in Sonoma County tested positive for equine influenza, and others in the barn are showing clinical signs consistent with the same disease. An attending veterinarian has reported 2 cases of equine influenza have been confirmed in Sonoma County, California, as of [Tue 29 Jan 2019].
The 1st was a 2-year-old Lusitano gelding with onset of clinical signs on [Sat 12 Jan 2019], including cough and nasal discharge. The horse is still alive.
The 2nd was a 10-year-old Warmblood gelding
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Two horses in Sonoma County tested positive for equine influenza, and others in the barn are showing clinical signs consistent with the same disease. An attending veterinarian has reported 2 cases of equine influenza have been confirmed in Sonoma County, California, as of [Tue 29 Jan 2019].
The 1st was a 2-year-old Lusitano gelding with onset of clinical signs on [Sat 12 Jan 2019], including cough and nasal discharge. The horse is still alive.
The 2nd was a 10-year-old Warmblood gelding
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PRO/EDR> Poliomyelitis update (09): Afghanistan (KD) RFI
Polio -- Afghanistan
Afghanistan's 1st polio case in 2019 was reported in Kandahar province, where a 22-month-old girl from Spin Boldak district was infected by the poliovirus.
According to a statement the Minister of Public Health, Dr Ferozuddin Feroz said, 'this case indicates that the poliovirus is still transmitting in Kandahar and the South region. This child's life is now changed forever. It is really sad that she will never walk properly again, therefore I call upon all of you, our Muslim parents,
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Afghanistan's 1st polio case in 2019 was reported in Kandahar province, where a 22-month-old girl from Spin Boldak district was infected by the poliovirus.
According to a statement the Minister of Public Health, Dr Ferozuddin Feroz said, 'this case indicates that the poliovirus is still transmitting in Kandahar and the South region. This child's life is now changed forever. It is really sad that she will never walk properly again, therefore I call upon all of you, our Muslim parents,
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PRO/AH/EDR> Kyasanur Forest disease - India (06): (KA) monkey, susp.
Kyasanur Forest Disease -- India
Five monkeys were found dead in Sagar taluk [Karnataka] on [Sun 23 Jan 2019].
Rajesh Suragihalli, District Health Officer, told The Hindu that while 2 monkeys were found dead at Sampa and Vatematti villages, one monkey was found dead at Chandramavinakoppalu on the outskirts of Sagar city.
The viscera of the monkeys had been sent to a laboratory for tests. Malathion powder had been sprayed in a radius of 50 metres [165 feet] from where the carcasses were found to prevent the movement of
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Five monkeys were found dead in Sagar taluk [Karnataka] on [Sun 23 Jan 2019].
Rajesh Suragihalli, District Health Officer, told The Hindu that while 2 monkeys were found dead at Sampa and Vatematti villages, one monkey was found dead at Chandramavinakoppalu on the outskirts of Sagar city.
The viscera of the monkeys had been sent to a laboratory for tests. Malathion powder had been sprayed in a radius of 50 metres [165 feet] from where the carcasses were found to prevent the movement of
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Tuesday 29 January 2019
PRO/AH/EDR> Chronic wasting disease - USA (02): (MS) deer
Chronic Wasting Disease -- United States
Three more cases of chronic wasting disease [CWD] have been found in Mississippi deer, bringing the total to 9.
The Clarion Ledger reports the state Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks Wildlife Bureau says one confirmed case was in Benton County, and 2 were in Marshall County. Department executive director Russ Walsh says this is Benton County's 1st case. The fatal neurological disease is contagious and causes deer to lose weight and have movement problems.
It is present in 25
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Three more cases of chronic wasting disease [CWD] have been found in Mississippi deer, bringing the total to 9.
The Clarion Ledger reports the state Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks Wildlife Bureau says one confirmed case was in Benton County, and 2 were in Marshall County. Department executive director Russ Walsh says this is Benton County's 1st case. The fatal neurological disease is contagious and causes deer to lose weight and have movement problems.
It is present in 25
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PRO/AH/EDR> Yellow fever - Americas: PAHO/WHO
Yellow Fever -- Brazil
Between January 2017 and December 2018, 6 countries and territories in the Region of the Americas reported confirmed cases of yellow fever: Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, and Peru. The number of cases reported during this period in the Region of the Americas exceeded the number reported in several decades.
In 2019, Brazil and Peru reported confirmed cases that occurred between December 2018 and January 2019. The following is a summary of the epidemiological situation in
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Between January 2017 and December 2018, 6 countries and territories in the Region of the Americas reported confirmed cases of yellow fever: Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, and Peru. The number of cases reported during this period in the Region of the Americas exceeded the number reported in several decades.
In 2019, Brazil and Peru reported confirmed cases that occurred between December 2018 and January 2019. The following is a summary of the epidemiological situation in
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PRO/AH/EDR> Foot & mouth disease - South Korea (02): (KG) cows, serotype O, OIE
Foot and Mouth -- South Korea
Information received on [and dated] 29 Jan 2019 from Dr. Oh Soon-Min, Director - Chief Veterinary Officer, General Animal Health Division, Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (MAFRA), Sejong-Si, Korea (Rep of)
Summary
Report type: Immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 26 Jan 2019
Date of confirmation of the event: 28 Jan 2019
Reason for notification: Recurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 30 Apr 2018
Manifestation of disease: clinical
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Information received on [and dated] 29 Jan 2019 from Dr. Oh Soon-Min, Director - Chief Veterinary Officer, General Animal Health Division, Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (MAFRA), Sejong-Si, Korea (Rep of)
Summary
Report type: Immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 26 Jan 2019
Date of confirmation of the event: 28 Jan 2019
Reason for notification: Recurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 30 Apr 2018
Manifestation of disease: clinical
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PRO/AH/EDR> Salmonellosis - Canada: chicken nuggets, alert, recall
Salmonella -- Canada
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency recently announced that another brand of chicken nuggets was just recalled for salmonella. This time, the recall is on Crisp and Delicious chicken nuggets with a best before date of 19 July 2019. These nuggets are the latest in a massive nationwide outbreak that has resulted in over 500 illnesses.
The massive outbreaks have been going on since May 2017, when the government developed a new method of checking for salmonella in products. This latest product
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The Canadian Food Inspection Agency recently announced that another brand of chicken nuggets was just recalled for salmonella. This time, the recall is on Crisp and Delicious chicken nuggets with a best before date of 19 July 2019. These nuggets are the latest in a massive nationwide outbreak that has resulted in over 500 illnesses.
The massive outbreaks have been going on since May 2017, when the government developed a new method of checking for salmonella in products. This latest product
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PRO/AH/EDR> MERS-CoV (09): Oman, Saudi Arabia (RI) RFI
MERS -- Oman
Four new cases of Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS) coronavirus have been detected in Oman, according to the Ministry of Health. "This brings the total number of recorded cases from various governorates in the Sultanate to 18 since 2013," the ministry said in a statement. The new cases are receiving necessary medical care at one of the hospitals.
"The ministry affirms its continued effort to monitor and control the disease through the effective Epidemiological Surveillance System,"
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Four new cases of Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS) coronavirus have been detected in Oman, according to the Ministry of Health. "This brings the total number of recorded cases from various governorates in the Sultanate to 18 since 2013," the ministry said in a statement. The new cases are receiving necessary medical care at one of the hospitals.
"The ministry affirms its continued effort to monitor and control the disease through the effective Epidemiological Surveillance System,"
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PRO/AH/EDR> Leptospirosis - Fiji: (CE) flood-related
Leptospirosis -- Fiji
Four people have died from leptospirosis in the Central Division [Fiji] so far this year [2019]. This has resulted in the Ministry of Health declaring an outbreak in the division.
There have been 69 cases of leptospirosis in the Central Division from 1 Jan [2019], with 18 people requiring admission to the CWM Hospital. A majority of the cases are between the age groups of 1-19 and 20-29.
Leptospirosis is a disease caused by bacteria that affect both humans and animals. Humans get
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Four people have died from leptospirosis in the Central Division [Fiji] so far this year [2019]. This has resulted in the Ministry of Health declaring an outbreak in the division.
There have been 69 cases of leptospirosis in the Central Division from 1 Jan [2019], with 18 people requiring admission to the CWM Hospital. A majority of the cases are between the age groups of 1-19 and 20-29.
Leptospirosis is a disease caused by bacteria that affect both humans and animals. Humans get
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PRO/EDR> Legionellosis - Australia: (NS)
Legionnaires' -- Australia
Owners of buildings in Sydney's CBD [central business district] have been put on notice after 4 workers recently contracted Legionnaires' disease.
NSW [New South Wales] Health has reported the outbreak could be from contaminated water [from] cooling towers in a number of large buildings. Unlike many other bacterial diseases, Legionnaires' disease isn't spread by human contact, but it typically occurs when a person breathes in contaminated water or dust.
The outbreak comes shortly after a
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Owners of buildings in Sydney's CBD [central business district] have been put on notice after 4 workers recently contracted Legionnaires' disease.
NSW [New South Wales] Health has reported the outbreak could be from contaminated water [from] cooling towers in a number of large buildings. Unlike many other bacterial diseases, Legionnaires' disease isn't spread by human contact, but it typically occurs when a person breathes in contaminated water or dust.
The outbreak comes shortly after a
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PRO/EDR> Influenza (03): seasonal activity, multiple locations
Influenza -- Nepal
In Sweden, a seasonal reassortant A(H1N2) influenza virus was detected in a specimen collected at the end of December [2018] from an adult. Preliminary whole genome sequence analysis suggests that the virus is a seasonal reassortant containing HA and NS, NP, PA, PB1 and PB2 genes of human seasonal A(H1N1)pdm09 influenza virus and NA genes of human seasonal A(H3N2) influenza virus. No increase in virulence is expected compared to seasonal influenza strains. Further analysis is being conducted
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In Sweden, a seasonal reassortant A(H1N2) influenza virus was detected in a specimen collected at the end of December [2018] from an adult. Preliminary whole genome sequence analysis suggests that the virus is a seasonal reassortant containing HA and NS, NP, PA, PB1 and PB2 genes of human seasonal A(H1N1)pdm09 influenza virus and NA genes of human seasonal A(H3N2) influenza virus. No increase in virulence is expected compared to seasonal influenza strains. Further analysis is being conducted
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PRO/AH/EDR> Q fever - Afghanistan: (HM) British military, 2008-2014
Q Fever -- Afghanistan
1. Marmion BP, Sukocheva O, Storm PA, et al. Q fever: persistence of antigenic non-viable cell residues of _Coxiella burnetii_ in the host - implications for post Q fever infection fatigue syndrome and other chronic sequelae. QJM 2009; 102(10): 673-84; abstract available at .
2. Sukocheva OA, Marmion BP, Storm PA, et al. Long-term persistence after acute Q fever of non-infectious _Coxiella burnetii_ cell components, including antigens. QJM 2010; 103(11): 847-63; abstract available at .
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1. Marmion BP, Sukocheva O, Storm PA, et al. Q fever: persistence of antigenic non-viable cell residues of _Coxiella burnetii_ in the host - implications for post Q fever infection fatigue syndrome and other chronic sequelae. QJM 2009; 102(10): 673-84; abstract available at .
2. Sukocheva OA, Marmion BP, Storm PA, et al. Long-term persistence after acute Q fever of non-infectious _Coxiella burnetii_ cell components, including antigens. QJM 2010; 103(11): 847-63; abstract available at .
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PRO/AH/EDR> Foot & mouth disease - South Korea: (KG) bovine, st pending
Foot and Mouth -- South Korea
South Korea has identified a case of foot-and-mouth disease [FMD] at a dairy cow farm, the 1st discovery of the disease in the country since March last year [2018], its agriculture ministry said on [Mon 28 Jan 2019].
The outbreak occurred at the farm of 120 cows in Anseong city, southeast of Seoul [Gyeonggi-do province], the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs said in a statement.
The ministry said it will cull the cows at the affected farm and step up quarantine and
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South Korea has identified a case of foot-and-mouth disease [FMD] at a dairy cow farm, the 1st discovery of the disease in the country since March last year [2018], its agriculture ministry said on [Mon 28 Jan 2019].
The outbreak occurred at the farm of 120 cows in Anseong city, southeast of Seoul [Gyeonggi-do province], the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs said in a statement.
The ministry said it will cull the cows at the affected farm and step up quarantine and
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Monday 28 January 2019
PRO/PL> Stewart's wilt, maize - Slovenia: 1st rep (SP)
Other Plant Disease -- Slovenia
The NPPO of Slovenia recently informed EPPO of the 1st report of _Pantoea stewartii_ (EPPO A2 List) on its territory. During a specific and official survey, the presence of the bacterium was confirmed in 2 maize (_Zea mays_) [in Goriska region]. Samples had been taken from plants showing decline and long chlorotic streaks on the leaves. In the affected fields, only a few plants showed symptoms.
In the infested area (5 ha) [12.3 acres], maize was cultivated for animal feed (grain and
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The NPPO of Slovenia recently informed EPPO of the 1st report of _Pantoea stewartii_ (EPPO A2 List) on its territory. During a specific and official survey, the presence of the bacterium was confirmed in 2 maize (_Zea mays_) [in Goriska region]. Samples had been taken from plants showing decline and long chlorotic streaks on the leaves. In the affected fields, only a few plants showed symptoms.
In the infested area (5 ha) [12.3 acres], maize was cultivated for animal feed (grain and
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PRO/EDR> Shigellosis - UK: multiresistant, MSM
Shigellosis -- United Kingdom
Public health authorities in the UK have issued a warning about a highly drug-resistant strain of a serious bacterial gut infection that can be contracted through sex, AIDSmap reports. Between March and November 2018, 17 cases of _Shigella_ dysentery with resistance to several 1st-line antimicrobials were detected. It appears that transmission is clustered among gay and other men who have sex with men (MSM). As many as 14 of the 17 UK cases involve men and 9 further cases have been identified
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Public health authorities in the UK have issued a warning about a highly drug-resistant strain of a serious bacterial gut infection that can be contracted through sex, AIDSmap reports. Between March and November 2018, 17 cases of _Shigella_ dysentery with resistance to several 1st-line antimicrobials were detected. It appears that transmission is clustered among gay and other men who have sex with men (MSM). As many as 14 of the 17 UK cases involve men and 9 further cases have been identified
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PRO/AH/EDR> Brucellosis - USA: sale of unpasteurized milk across state lines
Brucellosis -- United States
Title 21 C.F.R. -- Food and Drugs
Chapter I -- Food and Drug Administration, Department of Health and Human Services
Subchapter L -- Regulations under certain other acts administered by the Food and Drug Administration
PART 1240 -- Control of Communicable Diseases
Subpart D -- Specific Administrative Decisions Regarding Interstate Shipments
21 C.F.R. 1240.61 Mandatory pasteurization for all milk and milk products in final package form intended for direct human consumption.
(a) No
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Title 21 C.F.R. -- Food and Drugs
Chapter I -- Food and Drug Administration, Department of Health and Human Services
Subchapter L -- Regulations under certain other acts administered by the Food and Drug Administration
PART 1240 -- Control of Communicable Diseases
Subpart D -- Specific Administrative Decisions Regarding Interstate Shipments
21 C.F.R. 1240.61 Mandatory pasteurization for all milk and milk products in final package form intended for direct human consumption.
(a) No
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PRO/AH/EDR> Anthrax - South Africa: (Kruger NP/LP) cheetah, new B strain, 2011
Anthrax -- South Africa
Lekota KE, Hassim A, Rogers P, et. al. The reporting of a _Bacillus anthracis_ B-clade strain in South Africa after more than 20 years. BMC Res Notes. 2018;11(1):264. doi: 10.1186/s13104-018-3366-x.
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Anthrax is a disease with an age old history in Africa caused by the Gram-positive endospore forming soil bacterium _Bacillus anthracis_. Epizootics of wild ungulates occur annually in the enzootic region of Pafuri, Kruger National Park (KNP) in the Limpopo
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Lekota KE, Hassim A, Rogers P, et. al. The reporting of a _Bacillus anthracis_ B-clade strain in South Africa after more than 20 years. BMC Res Notes. 2018;11(1):264. doi: 10.1186/s13104-018-3366-x.
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Anthrax is a disease with an age old history in Africa caused by the Gram-positive endospore forming soil bacterium _Bacillus anthracis_. Epizootics of wild ungulates occur annually in the enzootic region of Pafuri, Kruger National Park (KNP) in the Limpopo
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PRO/AH/EDR> Foot & mouth disease - Zambia: (CE) bovine, serotype pending
Foot and Mouth -- Zambia
Foot and Mouth disease [FMD] has broken out in Chisamba District - Central Province affecting over 180 cattle.
District Veterinary Officer Allan Lianzambi says his team has since moved in to vaccinate the cattle and that 300 have since been vaccinated. He says 11 000 animals are earmarked for vaccination.
Dr. Lianzambi who says no animal has died so far, revealed to the media that the disease has affected mainly dairy animals.
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Foot and Mouth disease [FMD] has broken out in Chisamba District - Central Province affecting over 180 cattle.
District Veterinary Officer Allan Lianzambi says his team has since moved in to vaccinate the cattle and that 300 have since been vaccinated. He says 11 000 animals are earmarked for vaccination.
Dr. Lianzambi who says no animal has died so far, revealed to the media that the disease has affected mainly dairy animals.
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PRO/AH> Scrapie, sheep - Iceland: (NV) OIE
Scrapie -- Iceland
Information received on [and dated] 28 Jan 2019 from Dr Sigurborg Daoadottir, Chief Veterinary Officer, Icelandic Food and Veterinary Authority, Ministry of Industries and Innovation, Selfoss, Iceland
Summary
Report type: immediate notification (final report)
Date of start of the event: 16 Jan 2019
Date of confirmation of the event: 22 Jan 2019
Report date: 28 Jan 2019
Date submitted: 28 Jan 2019
Reason for notification: reoccurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence:
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Information received on [and dated] 28 Jan 2019 from Dr Sigurborg Daoadottir, Chief Veterinary Officer, Icelandic Food and Veterinary Authority, Ministry of Industries and Innovation, Selfoss, Iceland
Summary
Report type: immediate notification (final report)
Date of start of the event: 16 Jan 2019
Date of confirmation of the event: 22 Jan 2019
Report date: 28 Jan 2019
Date submitted: 28 Jan 2019
Reason for notification: reoccurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence:
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PRO/AH/EDR> Avian cholera - USA: (CA) aquatic birds
Avian Cholera -- United States
More than a thousand birds were found dead at a lake in Southern California. But the cause of death is quite normal for this time of year.
The outbreak of avian cholera is affecting hundreds of water birds in the Salton Sea.
"Some of the species that have been affected by this bird cholera, we have the northern shovelers, ruddy ducks, seagulls, (and) black-headed stilts," said Frank Ruiz, Salton Sea program director.
From [8-17 Jan 2019], the California Department of Fish and Wildlife
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More than a thousand birds were found dead at a lake in Southern California. But the cause of death is quite normal for this time of year.
The outbreak of avian cholera is affecting hundreds of water birds in the Salton Sea.
"Some of the species that have been affected by this bird cholera, we have the northern shovelers, ruddy ducks, seagulls, (and) black-headed stilts," said Frank Ruiz, Salton Sea program director.
From [8-17 Jan 2019], the California Department of Fish and Wildlife
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PRO/AH/EDR> Ebola update (11): Congo DR (NK,IT) cases, problems, education
Ebola -- DR Congo
- Since vaccination began on 8 Aug 2018, 68 477 people have been vaccinated, including 20 183 in Beni [North Kivu], 15 909 in Katwa [North Kivu], 7820 in Butembo [North Kivu], 6008 in Mabalako [North Kivu], 2506 in Kalunguta [North Kivu], 2080 in Komanda [Ituri], 1911 in Goma [North Kivu], 1669 in Oicha [North Kivu], 1663 in Mandima [Ituri], 1157 in Karisimbi [North Kivu], 877 in Vuhovi [North Kivu], 819 in Kyondo [North Kivu], 750 in Masereka [North Kivu], 706 in Kayina [North Kivu], 700 in
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- Since vaccination began on 8 Aug 2018, 68 477 people have been vaccinated, including 20 183 in Beni [North Kivu], 15 909 in Katwa [North Kivu], 7820 in Butembo [North Kivu], 6008 in Mabalako [North Kivu], 2506 in Kalunguta [North Kivu], 2080 in Komanda [Ituri], 1911 in Goma [North Kivu], 1669 in Oicha [North Kivu], 1663 in Mandima [Ituri], 1157 in Karisimbi [North Kivu], 877 in Vuhovi [North Kivu], 819 in Kyondo [North Kivu], 750 in Masereka [North Kivu], 706 in Kayina [North Kivu], 700 in
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Sunday 27 January 2019
PRO/EDR> Hand, foot & mouth disease update - Malaysia: (SK)
Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease -- Malaysia
The Sarawak Health Department has recorded a marked increase in the number of cases of hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) from 1-19 Jan 2019 compared to the same period last year [2018].
State Health Director Dr Jamilah Hashim, in a press release yesterday [24 Jan 2019], said 615 HFMD cases were recorded in the 1st 19 days of this year [2019], a marked increase over the 112 cases recorded during the same period last year.
"As many as 77 per cent of these cases this year [2019] involved
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The Sarawak Health Department has recorded a marked increase in the number of cases of hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) from 1-19 Jan 2019 compared to the same period last year [2018].
State Health Director Dr Jamilah Hashim, in a press release yesterday [24 Jan 2019], said 615 HFMD cases were recorded in the 1st 19 days of this year [2019], a marked increase over the 112 cases recorded during the same period last year.
"As many as 77 per cent of these cases this year [2019] involved
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Saturday 26 January 2019
PRO/AH> African swine fever - Asia (08): China, domestic swine, international threat
African Swine Fever -- China
Another 4 cases of pork products originating in China have tested positive for African swine fever (ASF), including the 1st courier package found to contain meat products that tested positive for the virus, a Council of Agriculture (COA) official said Thursday [24 Jan 2018].
During a press conference organized by the government's ASF disaster response center, COA deputy chief Huang Chin-Cheng said the 4 new cases brought the total to 18 [see also item 2].
According to the Bureau of
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Another 4 cases of pork products originating in China have tested positive for African swine fever (ASF), including the 1st courier package found to contain meat products that tested positive for the virus, a Council of Agriculture (COA) official said Thursday [24 Jan 2018].
During a press conference organized by the government's ASF disaster response center, COA deputy chief Huang Chin-Cheng said the 4 new cases brought the total to 18 [see also item 2].
According to the Bureau of
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PRO/AH/EDR> Salmonellosis, st Poona - France: infants, Spanish powdered milk
Salmonella -- France
Health officials in France are reporting 4 _Salmonella_ Poona cases in infants whose strains are genetically linked. The babies, 2 months to 10 months in age, were sickened between the end of August 2018 and the end of December 2018. A total of 3 babies were hospitalized for their salmonellosis, and all have been released.
Early investigations reveal a common food source with the 4 infants -- powdered milk of the same brand produced by the same factory in Spain. No other common food or
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Health officials in France are reporting 4 _Salmonella_ Poona cases in infants whose strains are genetically linked. The babies, 2 months to 10 months in age, were sickened between the end of August 2018 and the end of December 2018. A total of 3 babies were hospitalized for their salmonellosis, and all have been released.
Early investigations reveal a common food source with the 4 infants -- powdered milk of the same brand produced by the same factory in Spain. No other common food or
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PRO/EDR> Shigellosis - Israel: (BS) preschoolers
Shigellosis -- Israel
In the northern Negev city of Arad, Jewish families are battling a disease that is usually found in 3rd-world environments. But the parents of a 4-year-old say that she was diagnosed with bacterial dysentery with _Shigella_ after a week in which their little girl suffered "hell on earth" -- diarrhea, non-stop nosebleeds and sleepless nights for both her and her parents. And the family was not alone: Children in dozens of other families came down with the same symptoms.
In an exclusive
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In the northern Negev city of Arad, Jewish families are battling a disease that is usually found in 3rd-world environments. But the parents of a 4-year-old say that she was diagnosed with bacterial dysentery with _Shigella_ after a week in which their little girl suffered "hell on earth" -- diarrhea, non-stop nosebleeds and sleepless nights for both her and her parents. And the family was not alone: Children in dozens of other families came down with the same symptoms.
In an exclusive
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PRO/AH/EDR> Brucellosis - South Africa: (LP) unpasteurized milk, fatal
Brucellosis -- South Africa
The Limpopo Department of Health is alerting people, particularly those who regularly work or handle livestock and animals, to be cautious following confirmation of a case of brucellosis in the Giyani area, where a livestock farmer died after having been diagnosed with the disease.
Brucellosis is an infectious disease caused by a type of bacteria called _Brucella_. The bacterium can spread from animals to humans. The infection is acquired through ingestion or direct contact such as
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The Limpopo Department of Health is alerting people, particularly those who regularly work or handle livestock and animals, to be cautious following confirmation of a case of brucellosis in the Giyani area, where a livestock farmer died after having been diagnosed with the disease.
Brucellosis is an infectious disease caused by a type of bacteria called _Brucella_. The bacterium can spread from animals to humans. The infection is acquired through ingestion or direct contact such as
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PRO/AH/EDR> Salmonellosis, st Typhimurium - USA: pet hedgehogs
Salmonella -- United States
Total 11
Illnesses started on dates from 22 Oct 2018 to 25 Dec 2018. Ill people range in age from 2 to 28 years, with a median age of 12 years. Of these, 45% are female. Of 11 people, one (9%) has been hospitalized. No deaths have been reported.
In interviews, ill people answered questions about animal contact in the week before they became ill. Of 11 people interviewed, 10 (91%) reported contact with hedgehogs before becoming ill. Ill people reported buying hedgehogs from various
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Total 11
Illnesses started on dates from 22 Oct 2018 to 25 Dec 2018. Ill people range in age from 2 to 28 years, with a median age of 12 years. Of these, 45% are female. Of 11 people, one (9%) has been hospitalized. No deaths have been reported.
In interviews, ill people answered questions about animal contact in the week before they became ill. Of 11 people interviewed, 10 (91%) reported contact with hedgehogs before becoming ill. Ill people reported buying hedgehogs from various
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PRO/EDR> Hepatitis A - USA (05): (KY, WV, OH)
Hepatitis A -- United States
Age range: 3-86 years
Median age: 37 years
Male: 1343 (59%)
Hospitalizations: 1141 (50.2%)
Deaths: 12
Risk factors
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Co-infection with hepatitis C (information available for 1750 cases): 992 (56.7%)
Co-infection with hepatitis B (information available for 1750 cases): 179 (10.2%)
Reports illicit drug use (information available for 1928 cases): 1392 (72.2%)
Homeless: 225 (10%)
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Age range: 3-86 years
Median age: 37 years
Male: 1343 (59%)
Hospitalizations: 1141 (50.2%)
Deaths: 12
Risk factors
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Co-infection with hepatitis C (information available for 1750 cases): 992 (56.7%)
Co-infection with hepatitis B (information available for 1750 cases): 179 (10.2%)
Reports illicit drug use (information available for 1928 cases): 1392 (72.2%)
Homeless: 225 (10%)
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PRO/AH/EDR> Leishmaniasis, cutaneous - Pakistan (02): (SD, BA)
Leishmaniasis -- Pakistan
Noted skin specialist and Karachi Institute of Skin Diseases Director Dr. Iqbal Nabi Soomro on Wednesday [23 Jan 2019] said that a rare skin disease -- leishmaniasis -- is rising to an epidemic level in the Sindh-Balochistan border areas while no vaccine is available for the treatment of patients.
Talking to PPI, Dr. Iqbal Nabi Soomro said leishmaniasis cases have been reported from Dadu, Larkana, Winder and other hilly areas of Sindh and Balochistan provinces for the past several weeks. He
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Noted skin specialist and Karachi Institute of Skin Diseases Director Dr. Iqbal Nabi Soomro on Wednesday [23 Jan 2019] said that a rare skin disease -- leishmaniasis -- is rising to an epidemic level in the Sindh-Balochistan border areas while no vaccine is available for the treatment of patients.
Talking to PPI, Dr. Iqbal Nabi Soomro said leishmaniasis cases have been reported from Dadu, Larkana, Winder and other hilly areas of Sindh and Balochistan provinces for the past several weeks. He
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PRO/AH/EDR> Leishmaniasis, cutaneous - Pakistan: (KP)
Leishmaniasis -- Pakistan
More than 400 people affected by leishmaniasis in Pandiali tehsil [administrative division] of Mohmand tribal district [Khyber Pakhtunkhwa] have been hospitalised. Local people told media persons here on Tuesday [22 Jan 2019] that the affected areas included Danish Kool, Darra, Garai and Ismail Sher Kallay in Pandiali tehsil, in addition to some localities of Haleemzai tehsil.
[G.S.], a resident, said that his daughter was among the more than 400 affected people. [Z.R.], whose son is also
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More than 400 people affected by leishmaniasis in Pandiali tehsil [administrative division] of Mohmand tribal district [Khyber Pakhtunkhwa] have been hospitalised. Local people told media persons here on Tuesday [22 Jan 2019] that the affected areas included Danish Kool, Darra, Garai and Ismail Sher Kallay in Pandiali tehsil, in addition to some localities of Haleemzai tehsil.
[G.S.], a resident, said that his daughter was among the more than 400 affected people. [Z.R.], whose son is also
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Friday 25 January 2019
PRO/EDR> Measles update (06): Americas, Europe
Measles -- United States
The DBB has a length of about 200 km [124 mi] and a width of several tens of kilometers. About 250 000 Orthodox Protestants are for the most part clustered in about 30 midsize towns.
The researchers worked out how many people were susceptible to measles in each outbreak. In 1988, there were 25 000 susceptibles in the age group 5-22 years old.
Measles outbreaks of similar duration and size occurred again in 1999 and in 2013. It is reasonable to assume that these outbreaks also started
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The DBB has a length of about 200 km [124 mi] and a width of several tens of kilometers. About 250 000 Orthodox Protestants are for the most part clustered in about 30 midsize towns.
The researchers worked out how many people were susceptible to measles in each outbreak. In 1988, there were 25 000 susceptibles in the age group 5-22 years old.
Measles outbreaks of similar duration and size occurred again in 1999 and in 2013. It is reasonable to assume that these outbreaks also started
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PRO/AH/EDR> Dengue, chikungunya, Zika viruses - Americas: Brazil (RJ) co-circulation
Zika virus, Dengue, Chikungunya -- Brazil
Abstract. Brazil is a dengue-endemic country where all 4 dengue virus serotypes circulate and cause seasonal epidemics. Recently, chikungunya and Zika viruses were also introduced. In Rio de Janeiro city, the 3 diseases co-circulated for the 1st time in 2015-2016, resulting in what is known as the "triple epidemic." In this study, we identify space-time clusters of dengue, chikungunya, and Zika to understand the dynamics and interaction between these simultaneously circulating arboviruses in a
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Abstract. Brazil is a dengue-endemic country where all 4 dengue virus serotypes circulate and cause seasonal epidemics. Recently, chikungunya and Zika viruses were also introduced. In Rio de Janeiro city, the 3 diseases co-circulated for the 1st time in 2015-2016, resulting in what is known as the "triple epidemic." In this study, we identify space-time clusters of dengue, chikungunya, and Zika to understand the dynamics and interaction between these simultaneously circulating arboviruses in a
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PRO/AH/EDR> Avian influenza (04): Dominican Republic (PP) poultry, LPAI H5N2, OIE
Avian Influenza -- Dominican Republic
Information received on 24 Jan 2019 from Dr Nimia Lissette Gomez Rodriguez, [director, animal health, general directorate for livestock (DIGEGA), Ministry of Agriculture], Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 2 Nov 2018
Date of confirmation of the event: 29 Nov 2018
Reason for notification: recurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 27 Jun 2018
Manifestation of disease: clinical disease
Causal
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Information received on 24 Jan 2019 from Dr Nimia Lissette Gomez Rodriguez, [director, animal health, general directorate for livestock (DIGEGA), Ministry of Agriculture], Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 2 Nov 2018
Date of confirmation of the event: 29 Nov 2018
Reason for notification: recurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 27 Jun 2018
Manifestation of disease: clinical disease
Causal
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PRO/AH/EDR> Poliomyelitis update (08): global (Pakistan, Nigeria), WHO (Mozambique)
Polio -- Pakistan
New wild poliovirus cases reported this week: 2
Total number of wild poliovirus cases in 2019: 0
Total number of wild poliovirus cases in 2018: 33
Total number of wild poliovirus cases in 2017: 22
New cVDPV cases reported this week: 1
Total number of cVDPV cases (all types) in 2019: 0
Total number of cVDPV cases (all types) in 2018: 102
Total number of cVDPV cases (all types) in 2017: 96
Headlines
- In an extraordinary joint statement by the chairs of the main independent,
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New wild poliovirus cases reported this week: 2
Total number of wild poliovirus cases in 2019: 0
Total number of wild poliovirus cases in 2018: 33
Total number of wild poliovirus cases in 2017: 22
New cVDPV cases reported this week: 1
Total number of cVDPV cases (all types) in 2019: 0
Total number of cVDPV cases (all types) in 2018: 102
Total number of cVDPV cases (all types) in 2017: 96
Headlines
- In an extraordinary joint statement by the chairs of the main independent,
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PRO/AH> Die-off, animals - Australia: equine, camel, caprine, fish
Animal Die-off -- Australia
An extreme heatwave in Australia has led to the deaths of more than 90 wild horses in the outback, authorities say. Rangers found dead and dying animals in a dried-up waterhole near Alice Springs, in the Northern Territory, last week [around 17 Jan 2019]. About 40 of the animals had already died from dehydration and starvation. Surviving horses were later culled.
It comes amid record-breaking heat, with temperatures hitting 49.5 deg C (121.1 deg F) north of Adelaide in South Australia. The
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An extreme heatwave in Australia has led to the deaths of more than 90 wild horses in the outback, authorities say. Rangers found dead and dying animals in a dried-up waterhole near Alice Springs, in the Northern Territory, last week [around 17 Jan 2019]. About 40 of the animals had already died from dehydration and starvation. Surviving horses were later culled.
It comes amid record-breaking heat, with temperatures hitting 49.5 deg C (121.1 deg F) north of Adelaide in South Australia. The
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PRO/AH/EDR> MERS-CoV (08): Saudi Arabia (RI)
MERS -- Saudi Arabia
In the period since the last update (21 Jan 2019), there have been reports of 3 newly confirmed cases of MERS-CoV infection reported from Saudi Arabia and outcome information on 3 recoveries of previously confirmed cases. [Please note that the dates of reports of events are not always the same as the date events are posted on the website.]
Information on newly confirmed case of MERS-CoV infection:
Date of confirmation report: 22 Jan 2019
Case number: 19-1783
MERS in Riyadh city:
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In the period since the last update (21 Jan 2019), there have been reports of 3 newly confirmed cases of MERS-CoV infection reported from Saudi Arabia and outcome information on 3 recoveries of previously confirmed cases. [Please note that the dates of reports of events are not always the same as the date events are posted on the website.]
Information on newly confirmed case of MERS-CoV infection:
Date of confirmation report: 22 Jan 2019
Case number: 19-1783
MERS in Riyadh city:
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Thursday 24 January 2019
PRO/AH/EDR> Ebola update (10): Zaire ebolavirus detected, greater long-fingered bat, Liberia
Ebola -- Liberia
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PRO/AH/EDR> Equine herpesvirus - North America (02): Canada (ON), USA (IN) equine
Equine Herpes Virus -- Canada
On [Fri 18 Jan 2019], the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food, and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) was notified of 2 cases of equine herpes viral abortion caused by equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) at a farm in Haldimand County.
The 2 mares aborted during their 9th and 10th month of pregnancy, respectively. One week prior to the abortions, 2 horses on the same farm suddenly developed neurological signs consistent with the neurological form of EHV-1 infection, also known as equine herpes
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On [Fri 18 Jan 2019], the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food, and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) was notified of 2 cases of equine herpes viral abortion caused by equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) at a farm in Haldimand County.
The 2 mares aborted during their 9th and 10th month of pregnancy, respectively. One week prior to the abortions, 2 horses on the same farm suddenly developed neurological signs consistent with the neurological form of EHV-1 infection, also known as equine herpes
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PRO/AH/EDR> Kyasanur Forest disease - India (05): (KA) human, monkey
Hemorrhagic Fever -- India
Despite widespread public awareness and vaccination, the Kyasanur Forest disease (KFD) has been taking toll in the district. A total of 6 people suffering from fever in Sagar taluk were admitted to Manipal hospital on [Wed 16 Jan 2019]. Meanwhile, carcasses of 3 monkeys were found in Agumbe and surroundings creating panic among people. However, the health department has been incentivizing awareness against KFD. [RBB, SN, PM, ST, RN & RA] who were suffering from suspected KFD virus were
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Despite widespread public awareness and vaccination, the Kyasanur Forest disease (KFD) has been taking toll in the district. A total of 6 people suffering from fever in Sagar taluk were admitted to Manipal hospital on [Wed 16 Jan 2019]. Meanwhile, carcasses of 3 monkeys were found in Agumbe and surroundings creating panic among people. However, the health department has been incentivizing awareness against KFD. [RBB, SN, PM, ST, RN & RA] who were suffering from suspected KFD virus were
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PRO/AH/EDR> Lassa fever - West Africa (05): Nigeria
Lassa Fever -- Nigeria
- In the reporting week 2 [7 - 13 Jan 2019] 35 new confirmed cases were reported from Edo (12), Ondo (12), Bauchi (3), FCT (1), Ebonyi (5), Plateau (1) and Taraba (1) States with 8 new deaths in Ondo (3), Edo (1), Ebonyi (1), Plateau (1) FCT (1) and Taraba (1).
- From [1 to 13 Jan 2019], a total of 172 suspected cases have been reported. Of these, 60 were confirmed positive and 112 negative (not a case).
Case fatality rate in confirmed cases is 26.7%.
- 8 states (Edo, Ondo, Bauchi,
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- In the reporting week 2 [7 - 13 Jan 2019] 35 new confirmed cases were reported from Edo (12), Ondo (12), Bauchi (3), FCT (1), Ebonyi (5), Plateau (1) and Taraba (1) States with 8 new deaths in Ondo (3), Edo (1), Ebonyi (1), Plateau (1) FCT (1) and Taraba (1).
- From [1 to 13 Jan 2019], a total of 172 suspected cases have been reported. Of these, 60 were confirmed positive and 112 negative (not a case).
Case fatality rate in confirmed cases is 26.7%.
- 8 states (Edo, Ondo, Bauchi,
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Wednesday 23 January 2019
PRO/AH/EDR> Ebola update (09): Congo DR (NK, IT) cases, diagnostics, prevention, concerns
Ebola -- DR Congo
Since the start of vaccination on 8 Aug 2018, 65172 people have been vaccinated, including 20140 in Beni, 14456 in Katwa, 7454 in Butembo, 5926 in Mabalako, 2506 in Kalunguta, 2080 in Komanda, 1911 in Goma, 1663 in Mandima, 1477 in Oicha, 1157 in Karisimbi, 877 in Vuhovi, 789 in Kyondo, 750 in Masereka, 700 in Lubero, 599 in Mutwanga, 442 in Musienene, 434 in Bunia, 416 in Kayina, 394 in Biena, 355 in Tchomia, 227 in Nyankunde, 167 at Kirotshe, 125 at Nyiragongo, 114 at Alimbongo and 13 at
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Since the start of vaccination on 8 Aug 2018, 65172 people have been vaccinated, including 20140 in Beni, 14456 in Katwa, 7454 in Butembo, 5926 in Mabalako, 2506 in Kalunguta, 2080 in Komanda, 1911 in Goma, 1663 in Mandima, 1477 in Oicha, 1157 in Karisimbi, 877 in Vuhovi, 789 in Kyondo, 750 in Masereka, 700 in Lubero, 599 in Mutwanga, 442 in Musienene, 434 in Bunia, 416 in Kayina, 394 in Biena, 355 in Tchomia, 227 in Nyankunde, 167 at Kirotshe, 125 at Nyiragongo, 114 at Alimbongo and 13 at
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PRO/AH/EDR> Hantavirus - Americas (06): Argentina (4 provinces)
Hantavirus -- Argentina
There has been a new fatal case of hantavirus infection in a 49-year-old woman who died in Chubut, and there are now 13 deaths.
The woman was hospitalized in intensive care in the Esquel Zone Hospital. Just in Chubut, there are 11 infected who lost their lives.
SB, a 49-year-old woman, resident of Trevelin, died in recent hours as a result of an outbreak in Chubut this past December [2018]. With this situation, there are now 13 fatal victims in the entire country as a result of this
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There has been a new fatal case of hantavirus infection in a 49-year-old woman who died in Chubut, and there are now 13 deaths.
The woman was hospitalized in intensive care in the Esquel Zone Hospital. Just in Chubut, there are 11 infected who lost their lives.
SB, a 49-year-old woman, resident of Trevelin, died in recent hours as a result of an outbreak in Chubut this past December [2018]. With this situation, there are now 13 fatal victims in the entire country as a result of this
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PRO/AH/EDR> Cryptococcosis - UK: (Scotland) fatal, nosocomial, 2018
Hospital-Related Infection -- United Kingdom
An infection linked to pigeon droppings was a "contributing factor" in the death of a child at a Glasgow hospital, it has been confirmed.
Scotland's health secretary ordered a review of the design of the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital after the deaths of 2 patients. The hospital has put infection control measures in place, and officials insist it is safe for patients and visitors.
Jeane Freeman [Cabinet Secretary for Health and Sport in the Scottish Government, ] said there was an
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An infection linked to pigeon droppings was a "contributing factor" in the death of a child at a Glasgow hospital, it has been confirmed.
Scotland's health secretary ordered a review of the design of the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital after the deaths of 2 patients. The hospital has put infection control measures in place, and officials insist it is safe for patients and visitors.
Jeane Freeman [Cabinet Secretary for Health and Sport in the Scottish Government, ] said there was an
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Tuesday 22 January 2019
PRO/AH/EDR> Tick fever, bovine - Australia: (NS)
Other Animal Disease -- Australia
A tick (_Rhipicephalus (Boophilus) microplus_) fever outbreak recently threatened cattle herds at Kendall. The outbreak has been managed by the NSW Department of Primary Industries (DPI) and North Coast Local Land Services.
A spokesperson from NSW DPI said that since the outbreak was detected, an infringement notice has been issued to a Victorian livestock transporter for failing to provide evidence of completing mandatory cattle tick requirements prior to bringing a bull from a tick zone
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A tick (_Rhipicephalus (Boophilus) microplus_) fever outbreak recently threatened cattle herds at Kendall. The outbreak has been managed by the NSW Department of Primary Industries (DPI) and North Coast Local Land Services.
A spokesperson from NSW DPI said that since the outbreak was detected, an infringement notice has been issued to a Victorian livestock transporter for failing to provide evidence of completing mandatory cattle tick requirements prior to bringing a bull from a tick zone
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PRO/AH/EDR> Mycoplasma bovis, bovine - New Zealand
Other Animal Disease -- New Zealand
Three new farms have been confirmed as being infected with the cattle disease _Mycoplasma bovis_ (_M bovis_).
Authorities are working to eradicate the disease after the virus was 1st found in New Zealand in 2017.
A report from MPI said 6 properties have had their Restricted Property (RP) status revoked, including 5 previously categorised as infected.
Four of the revoked Infected Properties (IPs) are in Canterbury and one is in Tasman.
The report said the 3 new infected properties
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Three new farms have been confirmed as being infected with the cattle disease _Mycoplasma bovis_ (_M bovis_).
Authorities are working to eradicate the disease after the virus was 1st found in New Zealand in 2017.
A report from MPI said 6 properties have had their Restricted Property (RP) status revoked, including 5 previously categorised as infected.
Four of the revoked Infected Properties (IPs) are in Canterbury and one is in Tasman.
The report said the 3 new infected properties
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PRO/EDR> Adenovirus - USA: (NJ) 2016-2017, update
Adenovirus -- United States
Killerby M, Rozwadowski F, Lu X, et al. Respiratory illness associated with emergent human adenovirus genome type 7d, New Jersey, 2016-2017. Open Forum Infect Dis. 2019;
Even though the report above refers to adenovirus-associated outbreaks in 2016-2017, the outbreak at the university of Maryland in 2018 was also caused by adenovirus type 7. Adenovirus transmission generally occurs through respiratory droplets and close contact, which can lead to rapid and widespread infection.
Human
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Killerby M, Rozwadowski F, Lu X, et al. Respiratory illness associated with emergent human adenovirus genome type 7d, New Jersey, 2016-2017. Open Forum Infect Dis. 2019;
Even though the report above refers to adenovirus-associated outbreaks in 2016-2017, the outbreak at the university of Maryland in 2018 was also caused by adenovirus type 7. Adenovirus transmission generally occurs through respiratory droplets and close contact, which can lead to rapid and widespread infection.
Human
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PRO/EDR> Influenza (02): seasonal activity, multiple locations, antiviral resistance
Influenza -- United States
Gubareva LV, Mishin VP, Patel MC, et al. Assessing baloxavir susceptibility of influenza viruses circulating in the United States during the 2016/17 and 2017/18 seasons. Euro Surveill. 2019;24(3): pii=1800666. . (full text)
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Date: Thu 17 Jan 2019
Source: EuroSurveillance [edited]
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Gubareva LV, Mishin VP, Patel MC, et al. Assessing baloxavir susceptibility of influenza viruses circulating in the United States during the 2016/17 and 2017/18 seasons. Euro Surveill. 2019;24(3): pii=1800666. . (full text)
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Date: Thu 17 Jan 2019
Source: EuroSurveillance [edited]
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PRO/EDR> Respiratory illness - France: human enterovirus D68
Enterovirus 68 -- France
Bal A, Sabatier M, Wirth T, Coste-Burel M, et al. Emergence of enterovirus D68 clade D1, France, August to November 2018. Euro Surveill. 2019;24(3): pii=1800699.
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We report a seasonal increase of enterovirus D68 (EV-D68) cases in France, with 54 cases detected between [19 Aug and 14 Nov 2018]. Molecular typing revealed that 20 of 32 of the isolates belonged to clade D1, only sporadically detected before in France. Median age of D1-cases was 42 years, 10 developed severe
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Bal A, Sabatier M, Wirth T, Coste-Burel M, et al. Emergence of enterovirus D68 clade D1, France, August to November 2018. Euro Surveill. 2019;24(3): pii=1800699.
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We report a seasonal increase of enterovirus D68 (EV-D68) cases in France, with 54 cases detected between [19 Aug and 14 Nov 2018]. Molecular typing revealed that 20 of 32 of the isolates belonged to clade D1, only sporadically detected before in France. Median age of D1-cases was 42 years, 10 developed severe
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PRO/AH/EDR> Pneumonia ovine - USA (02): (CA) bighorn sheep
Pneumonia -- United States
At least 20 desert bighorn sheep have died in a San Gorgonio mountain population in Southern California, 100 miles [about 161 km] east of Los Angeles. The cause of death? Pneumonia, most likely from domestic sheep or goats, though wildlife specialists are examining other possible causes, including pathogens from feral cattle to the west and disease from a different bighorn group to the south.
"Since the beginning of December [2018], I have recovered 20 dead sheep, and I suspect that's just
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At least 20 desert bighorn sheep have died in a San Gorgonio mountain population in Southern California, 100 miles [about 161 km] east of Los Angeles. The cause of death? Pneumonia, most likely from domestic sheep or goats, though wildlife specialists are examining other possible causes, including pathogens from feral cattle to the west and disease from a different bighorn group to the south.
"Since the beginning of December [2018], I have recovered 20 dead sheep, and I suspect that's just
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PRO/AH/EDR> Scrub typhus - India: (KL) rodents, sanitation workers
Scrub Typhus -- India
The health authorities are concerned over the alarming rise in the number of scrub typhus cases -- the mite-borne infectious disease. Sanitation workers are the worst hit. The DMO [District Medical Officer] has decided to convene a meeting with agriculture department and Suchitwa Mission [technical support in waste management in Kerala] to eradicate the rat population and ensure proper waste management. In 2018, around 269 scrub typhus cases and 2 deaths were reported in Thiruvananthapuram
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The health authorities are concerned over the alarming rise in the number of scrub typhus cases -- the mite-borne infectious disease. Sanitation workers are the worst hit. The DMO [District Medical Officer] has decided to convene a meeting with agriculture department and Suchitwa Mission [technical support in waste management in Kerala] to eradicate the rat population and ensure proper waste management. In 2018, around 269 scrub typhus cases and 2 deaths were reported in Thiruvananthapuram
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PRO/EDR> Hepatitis A - Costa Rica: (PU)
Hepatitis A -- Costa Rica
Health officials in Costa Rica continue to investigate the hepatitis A outbreak reported in the province of Puntarenas where 33 cases have been reported during the 1st 11 days of 2019, according to the [health ministry] (computer translated). Cases have been primarily reported in the following districts: Barranca (10), Oak (8), and Chacarita (7).
Officials announced last week [week of 14 Jan 2019] that contaminated water has been ruled out by laboratory analysis and the epidemiologists now
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Health officials in Costa Rica continue to investigate the hepatitis A outbreak reported in the province of Puntarenas where 33 cases have been reported during the 1st 11 days of 2019, according to the [health ministry] (computer translated). Cases have been primarily reported in the following districts: Barranca (10), Oak (8), and Chacarita (7).
Officials announced last week [week of 14 Jan 2019] that contaminated water has been ruled out by laboratory analysis and the epidemiologists now
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Monday 21 January 2019
PRO/EDR> Poliomyelitis update (07): Pakistan (FATA)
Polio -- Pakistan
Deputy Commissioner Bajaur Usman Mehsood has said that the detection of 3 more polio cases in Bajaur in 2019 has further strengthened the resolve of the district administration to get rid of polio disease forever. He said this while addressing a news conference here on Friday [18 Jan 2019].
He said the administration would use all out efforts and resources to make the district free of polio, as polio disease has become a great challenge of the administration following the detection of new
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Deputy Commissioner Bajaur Usman Mehsood has said that the detection of 3 more polio cases in Bajaur in 2019 has further strengthened the resolve of the district administration to get rid of polio disease forever. He said this while addressing a news conference here on Friday [18 Jan 2019].
He said the administration would use all out efforts and resources to make the district free of polio, as polio disease has become a great challenge of the administration following the detection of new
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PRO/AH> Foot & mouth disease - Tunisia (02): (KS) ovine, spread, vaccination
Foot and Mouth -- Tunisia
A 2nd case of foot-and-mouth disease [FMD] has been detected in a flock of sheep in Hassi El Ferid (Kasserine governorate) after the recording of a 1st outbreak in Magdoudech (Kasserine North delegation) [Delegations of Tunisia (mutamadiyah) are the 2nd level administrative divisions of Tunisia between the governorates and the sectors (imadats). The Delegation of Kasserine north is a 2nd level division of Kasserine Governorate, Latitude 35,17144, Longitude 8,81443. - Rapp.SB].
Urgent
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A 2nd case of foot-and-mouth disease [FMD] has been detected in a flock of sheep in Hassi El Ferid (Kasserine governorate) after the recording of a 1st outbreak in Magdoudech (Kasserine North delegation) [Delegations of Tunisia (mutamadiyah) are the 2nd level administrative divisions of Tunisia between the governorates and the sectors (imadats). The Delegation of Kasserine north is a 2nd level division of Kasserine Governorate, Latitude 35,17144, Longitude 8,81443. - Rapp.SB].
Urgent
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PRO/AH/EDR> MERS-CoV (07): Saudi Arabia (RI) WHO
MERS -- Saudi Arabia
In the period between 16 and 21 Jan 2019, there has been a total of one newly confirmed case of MERS-CoV infection and one recovery of a previously confirmed case reported by the Saudi MOH.
Information on newly confirmed case of MERS-CoV infection:
Date of confirmation report: 19 Jan 2019
Case No: 19-1782
MERS in Riyadh city: 40-year-old male in Riyadh city, Riyadh region
Contact with camels: No
Case classification: Primary, community acquired
Current status:
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In the period between 16 and 21 Jan 2019, there has been a total of one newly confirmed case of MERS-CoV infection and one recovery of a previously confirmed case reported by the Saudi MOH.
Information on newly confirmed case of MERS-CoV infection:
Date of confirmation report: 19 Jan 2019
Case No: 19-1782
MERS in Riyadh city: 40-year-old male in Riyadh city, Riyadh region
Contact with camels: No
Case classification: Primary, community acquired
Current status:
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PRO/AH/EDR> Equine infectious anemia - Bulgaria: (PZ) OIE
Equine Infectious Anemia -- Bulgaria
Information received on 21 Jan 2019 from Dr Damyan Iliev, Chief Veterinary Officer & Deputy Executive Director, Bulgarian Food Safety Agency, Ministry of Agriculture and Food, Sofia, Bulgaria.
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 18 Jan 2019
Date of confirmation of the event: 18 Jan 2019
Report date: 21 Jan 2019
Reason for notification: Recurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: December 2016
Manifestation of disease: sub-clinical
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Information received on 21 Jan 2019 from Dr Damyan Iliev, Chief Veterinary Officer & Deputy Executive Director, Bulgarian Food Safety Agency, Ministry of Agriculture and Food, Sofia, Bulgaria.
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 18 Jan 2019
Date of confirmation of the event: 18 Jan 2019
Report date: 21 Jan 2019
Reason for notification: Recurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: December 2016
Manifestation of disease: sub-clinical
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PRO/AH/EDR> Caprine arthritis/encephalitis - Singapore: (SG) OIE
Encephalitis -- Singapore
Information received on [and dated] 21 Jan 2019 from Dr. Him Hoo Yap, Chief Veterinary Officer, Director General, Deputy CEO, Regulatory Programmes and Operations, Agri-Food & Veterinary Authority, Singapore, Singapore
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 29 Oct 2018
Date of confirmation of the event: 20 Nov 2018
Reason for notification: recurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 1989
Manifestation of disease: sub-clinical
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Information received on [and dated] 21 Jan 2019 from Dr. Him Hoo Yap, Chief Veterinary Officer, Director General, Deputy CEO, Regulatory Programmes and Operations, Agri-Food & Veterinary Authority, Singapore, Singapore
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 29 Oct 2018
Date of confirmation of the event: 20 Nov 2018
Reason for notification: recurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 1989
Manifestation of disease: sub-clinical
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PRO/AH/EDR> African swine fever - Asia (07): China (NX) domestic swine, spread, OIE
African Swine Fever -- China
Information received on [and dated] 21 Jan 2019 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: 11 Jan 2019
Date of confirmation of the event: 19 Jan 2019
Reason for notification: first occurrence of a listed disease
Manifestation of disease: clinical disease
Causal agent: African swine fever virus
Nature
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Information received on [and dated] 21 Jan 2019 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: 11 Jan 2019
Date of confirmation of the event: 19 Jan 2019
Reason for notification: first occurrence of a listed disease
Manifestation of disease: clinical disease
Causal agent: African swine fever virus
Nature
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PRO/AH/EDR> Hantavirus - Americas (05): Argentina (4 provinces) RFI
Hantavirus -- Argentina
The Jujuy provincial minister of health yesterday [Mon 14 Jan 2019] confirmed a hantavirus [infection] case in San Pedro. This is one of the 4 suspected cases evaluated in this Ramallo city and was diagnosed in a 56-year-old patient who is being treated and is progressing well.
This was confirmed for El Tribuno in Jujuy by the subsecretariat for Health Promotion, Prevention, and Attention, Veronica Serra, who stated that there were 4 suspected hantavirus [infection] cases in the province: 3
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The Jujuy provincial minister of health yesterday [Mon 14 Jan 2019] confirmed a hantavirus [infection] case in San Pedro. This is one of the 4 suspected cases evaluated in this Ramallo city and was diagnosed in a 56-year-old patient who is being treated and is progressing well.
This was confirmed for El Tribuno in Jujuy by the subsecretariat for Health Promotion, Prevention, and Attention, Veronica Serra, who stated that there were 4 suspected hantavirus [infection] cases in the province: 3
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PRO/AH> African swine fever - Asia (06): China (NX) domestic swine, spread
African Swine Fever -- China
China has confirmed a new outbreak of African swine fever (ASF) in northwest China's Ningxia Hui autonomous region. On a local farm in Yongning County, 26 pigs were confirmed infected with the viral disease and 13 had died as of 11 p.m. [Sat 19 Jan 2019], said the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs on Sunday [20 Jan 2019], citing a report from the China Animal Disease Control Center.
A team has been dispatched to the area to give guidance, and local authorities have initiated an
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China has confirmed a new outbreak of African swine fever (ASF) in northwest China's Ningxia Hui autonomous region. On a local farm in Yongning County, 26 pigs were confirmed infected with the viral disease and 13 had died as of 11 p.m. [Sat 19 Jan 2019], said the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs on Sunday [20 Jan 2019], citing a report from the China Animal Disease Control Center.
A team has been dispatched to the area to give guidance, and local authorities have initiated an
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PRO/AH/EDR> Rabies (02): Americas, USA (FL) otter, human exposure
Rabies -- United States
A woman in Florida says she was bit and scratched by an aggressive otter while she was taking her dog for a walk at a park. She suspects that the otter an officer shot and tested positive for rabies was the one that attacked her.
On 8 Jan 2019, [A.-C.L.] was attacked by an otter while she was walking her dog at Lake Lily Park. According to [A.-C.L.], she visits the park daily but had never seen an otter before then.
[A.-C.L.] was walking on a bridge by the lake's eastern shore when she
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A woman in Florida says she was bit and scratched by an aggressive otter while she was taking her dog for a walk at a park. She suspects that the otter an officer shot and tested positive for rabies was the one that attacked her.
On 8 Jan 2019, [A.-C.L.] was attacked by an otter while she was walking her dog at Lake Lily Park. According to [A.-C.L.], she visits the park daily but had never seen an otter before then.
[A.-C.L.] was walking on a bridge by the lake's eastern shore when she
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PRO/AH/EDR> Anthrax - Tanzania (02): (SO) bovine, human, WHO
Anthrax -- Tanzania
Event description
On 11 Jan 2019, the Tanzanian Ministry of Health, Community Development, Gender, Elderly and Children (MOHCDGEC) informed WHO of a suspected outbreak of anthrax in Momba District, Songwe Region, located in the western part of the country. The event was initially reported to the local health authorities on 3 Jan 2019 by a community leader in Nzoka ward. However, epidemiological investigation established that the outbreak started on 9 Dec 2018 when the index case, a
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Event description
On 11 Jan 2019, the Tanzanian Ministry of Health, Community Development, Gender, Elderly and Children (MOHCDGEC) informed WHO of a suspected outbreak of anthrax in Momba District, Songwe Region, located in the western part of the country. The event was initially reported to the local health authorities on 3 Jan 2019 by a community leader in Nzoka ward. However, epidemiological investigation established that the outbreak started on 9 Dec 2018 when the index case, a
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Sunday 20 January 2019
PRO/EDR> Measles update (05): vaccine hesitancy, WHO, Asia, Americas, Pacific
Measles -- Worldwide/Unknown
Get tough. After the 2014 California measles outbreak, the state eliminated nonmedical exemptions for mandatory vaccinations. After a similar outbreak in Michigan, health officials there began requiring individuals to formally consult with their local health departments before opting out of otherwise-mandatory shots. In both cases, these tougher policies drove up vaccination rates. Other states ought to follow this lead, and the federal government should consider tightening restrictions around
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Get tough. After the 2014 California measles outbreak, the state eliminated nonmedical exemptions for mandatory vaccinations. After a similar outbreak in Michigan, health officials there began requiring individuals to formally consult with their local health departments before opting out of otherwise-mandatory shots. In both cases, these tougher policies drove up vaccination rates. Other states ought to follow this lead, and the federal government should consider tightening restrictions around
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PRO/AH/EDR> Koi herpesvirus disease - Iraq: 1st report, OIE
Other Animal Disease -- Iraq
Information received on 16 Jan 2019 from Dr Salah Fadhil Abbas, Director General, Veterinary Directorate, Ministry of Agriculture, Baghdad, Iraq
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 1 Nov 2018
Date of confirmation of the event: 5 Dec 2018
Reason for notification: 1st occurrence of a listed disease in the country
Causal agent: Koi herpesvirus
Nature of diagnosis: clinical, laboratory (basic and advanced)
This event pertains to the whole
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Information received on 16 Jan 2019 from Dr Salah Fadhil Abbas, Director General, Veterinary Directorate, Ministry of Agriculture, Baghdad, Iraq
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 1 Nov 2018
Date of confirmation of the event: 5 Dec 2018
Reason for notification: 1st occurrence of a listed disease in the country
Causal agent: Koi herpesvirus
Nature of diagnosis: clinical, laboratory (basic and advanced)
This event pertains to the whole
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PRO/AH/EDR> Peste des petits ruminants - Israel: (HZ) ovine, spread
Peste des petits ruminants -- Israel
1st Notice: Samples from Zalafeh (Megido area) and Moshav Sharona have tested PPR- [peste des petits ruminants] positive.
In addition: PPR is suspected in Moshav Addirim.
Dr. Avi Wasserman
(Acting) Director Field Veterinary Services
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[The 3 named locations are in mid-northern Israel: Zalafeh and Adirim in the valley of Yezreel (Megido area), Sharona in Lower Galilee.
We are informed that the current outbreak in Sharona involves a lamb fattening
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1st Notice: Samples from Zalafeh (Megido area) and Moshav Sharona have tested PPR- [peste des petits ruminants] positive.
In addition: PPR is suspected in Moshav Addirim.
Dr. Avi Wasserman
(Acting) Director Field Veterinary Services
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Communicated by:
ProMED-mail
[The 3 named locations are in mid-northern Israel: Zalafeh and Adirim in the valley of Yezreel (Megido area), Sharona in Lower Galilee.
We are informed that the current outbreak in Sharona involves a lamb fattening
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PRO/AH/EDR> Ebola update (08): Congo DR (NK, IT) cases, prevention, spread, research
Ebola -- DR Congo
Epidemiological situation in Katwa
- The health zones of Katwa and Butembo are the main current outbreaks of the epidemic, which reported 65% of new confirmed cases recorded in the last 21 days (58/89).
- The main difficulty in Katwa is the reluctance of relatives of confirmed cases. The majority of new confirmed cases identified in Katwa are reluctant contacts who have refused vaccination and follow-up of contacts. Thus, the last 10 confirmed cases of Katwa, in the Muchanga health area,
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Epidemiological situation in Katwa
- The health zones of Katwa and Butembo are the main current outbreaks of the epidemic, which reported 65% of new confirmed cases recorded in the last 21 days (58/89).
- The main difficulty in Katwa is the reluctance of relatives of confirmed cases. The majority of new confirmed cases identified in Katwa are reluctant contacts who have refused vaccination and follow-up of contacts. Thus, the last 10 confirmed cases of Katwa, in the Muchanga health area,
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PRO/EDR> Streptococcus group A, scarlet fever - UK: (England) increased cases, 2018
Scarlet Fever -- United Kingdom
The number of scarlet fever and measles cases reported in Kent has hit worrying new levels in the past year [2018]. But perhaps more worryingly, cases of scarlet fever hit their highest level since available records began in 2010.
Scarlet fever is a very contagious, seasonal bacterial illness that usually presents with a sore throat, fever, headaches, and a rosy rash that generally starts on a patient's chest. It mainly affects children and the sickness usually peaks between December and
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The number of scarlet fever and measles cases reported in Kent has hit worrying new levels in the past year [2018]. But perhaps more worryingly, cases of scarlet fever hit their highest level since available records began in 2010.
Scarlet fever is a very contagious, seasonal bacterial illness that usually presents with a sore throat, fever, headaches, and a rosy rash that generally starts on a patient's chest. It mainly affects children and the sickness usually peaks between December and
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Saturday 19 January 2019
PRO/AH/EDR> Newcastle disease, poultry - USA (02): (UT)
Newcastle Disease -- United States
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) confirmed 18 Jan 2019 the presence of virulent Newcastle disease (VND) in a small flock of backyard exhibition chickens in Utah County, Utah. This is the 1st case of VND in Utah, APHIS said.
According to APHIS, this case is believed to be connected to the current VND outbreak in California, as 3 of the birds at the premises were recently moved to Utah from Los Angeles County, CA. Since May 2018, 299
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) confirmed 18 Jan 2019 the presence of virulent Newcastle disease (VND) in a small flock of backyard exhibition chickens in Utah County, Utah. This is the 1st case of VND in Utah, APHIS said.
According to APHIS, this case is believed to be connected to the current VND outbreak in California, as 3 of the birds at the premises were recently moved to Utah from Los Angeles County, CA. Since May 2018, 299
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PRO/AH/EDR> Bovine tuberculosis - USA: (ND) bovine, new strain
Bovine TB -- United States
State veterinarians are investigating a beef herd in Sargent County, North Dakota, after bovine tuberculosis was identified.
"In late 2018, we were notified that 2 adult beef cows originating from the herd tested positive for _Mycobacterium bovis_ at out-of-state slaughter plants," state veterinarian Dr. Susan Keller said. "The National Veterinary Services Laboratory (NVSL) in Ames, Iowa, confirmed the TB diagnosis in the cows."
The herd was subsequently tested by state and federal
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State veterinarians are investigating a beef herd in Sargent County, North Dakota, after bovine tuberculosis was identified.
"In late 2018, we were notified that 2 adult beef cows originating from the herd tested positive for _Mycobacterium bovis_ at out-of-state slaughter plants," state veterinarian Dr. Susan Keller said. "The National Veterinary Services Laboratory (NVSL) in Ames, Iowa, confirmed the TB diagnosis in the cows."
The herd was subsequently tested by state and federal
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PRO/EDR> Measles update (04): Asia, Africa, Europe, Pacific, Americas
Measles -- Japan
While Japan saw 282 measles cases total, an outbreak in Okinawa that started in March 2018 accounted for more than one-third of the total annual cases (101). The outbreak began on 20 Mar 2018 and has been linked to an imported case from Taiwan. It had spread to Aichi and Kanagawa prefectures and Tokyo. The Okinawa outbreak was declared over in June 2018.
Japan has successfully eliminated endemic measles transmission and sustained this status since March 2015 through both high vaccination
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While Japan saw 282 measles cases total, an outbreak in Okinawa that started in March 2018 accounted for more than one-third of the total annual cases (101). The outbreak began on 20 Mar 2018 and has been linked to an imported case from Taiwan. It had spread to Aichi and Kanagawa prefectures and Tokyo. The Okinawa outbreak was declared over in June 2018.
Japan has successfully eliminated endemic measles transmission and sustained this status since March 2015 through both high vaccination
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PRO/EDR> Hepatitis A - USA (04): (AZ, LA, MA)
Hepatitis A -- United States
Since April 2018, 285 cases of acute hepatitis A virus (HAV) infection have been reported to the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH) in individuals with recent experience of homelessness, unstable housing, and/or substance use disorder.
Complications
Hospitalizations: 83%
Deaths: 1% (4)
Risks
Homelessness / unstable housing: 52%
Injection drug use: 74%
Any illicit drug use: 88%
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Since April 2018, 285 cases of acute hepatitis A virus (HAV) infection have been reported to the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH) in individuals with recent experience of homelessness, unstable housing, and/or substance use disorder.
Complications
Hospitalizations: 83%
Deaths: 1% (4)
Risks
Homelessness / unstable housing: 52%
Injection drug use: 74%
Any illicit drug use: 88%
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PRO/AH/EDR> African swine fever - Asia (05): China, Mongolia, domestic, spread, FAO
African Swine Fever -- China
Affected provinces:
- China - Gansu added. [The updated list includes the following 24 provinces/territories: Anhui, Heilongjiang, Henan, Jilin, Liaoning, Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Shanxi, Yunnan, Hunan and Guizhou, Hubei, Jiangxi, Fujian, Sichuan, Shaanxi, Qinghai, Guangdong, and Gansu provinces, Tianjin, Chongqing, Shanghai and Beijing municipalities, and Inner Mongolia autonomous region].
- Mongolia - Tuv, Bulgan, Orkhon, Dundgovi provinces and Ulaanbaatar.
Situation
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Affected provinces:
- China - Gansu added. [The updated list includes the following 24 provinces/territories: Anhui, Heilongjiang, Henan, Jilin, Liaoning, Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Shanxi, Yunnan, Hunan and Guizhou, Hubei, Jiangxi, Fujian, Sichuan, Shaanxi, Qinghai, Guangdong, and Gansu provinces, Tianjin, Chongqing, Shanghai and Beijing municipalities, and Inner Mongolia autonomous region].
- Mongolia - Tuv, Bulgan, Orkhon, Dundgovi provinces and Ulaanbaatar.
Situation
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Friday 18 January 2019
PRO/AH/EDR> Orthobunyavirus, Simbu serogroup, bovine - Israel: Peaton virus, 1st report
Undiagnosed -- Israel
Members of the Simbu serogroup are arboviruses that are mainly transmitted by _Culicoides_. Akabane and Shuni viruses, 2 members of the Simbu serogroup, have been isolated from congenitally malformed ruminants in Israel. A recent serosurvey revealed that Israeli ruminants have been exposed to several additional Simbu viruses, including _Shamonda_ and _Sathuperi_, that seem to be circulating in Israel.
In April 2017, an apparently healthy one-month-old male calf was transferred to the Kimron
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Members of the Simbu serogroup are arboviruses that are mainly transmitted by _Culicoides_. Akabane and Shuni viruses, 2 members of the Simbu serogroup, have been isolated from congenitally malformed ruminants in Israel. A recent serosurvey revealed that Israeli ruminants have been exposed to several additional Simbu viruses, including _Shamonda_ and _Sathuperi_, that seem to be circulating in Israel.
In April 2017, an apparently healthy one-month-old male calf was transferred to the Kimron
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PRO/EDR> Cholera, diarrhea & dysentery update (02): Asia (Yemen)
Cholera -- Yemen
A medical source at the Zaidia rural hospital north of the city of Hodeidah, western Yemen, reported the death of 9 people, including 3 children, after severe watery diarrhea and vomiting, likely to have cholera. The source explained in an interview with "Newsmen" that the center for the treatment of cholera patients in the hospital Zaidiyah received during 3 days 87 cases with watery diarrhea from the center of the district and the monasteries located west of the city.
The source said that
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A medical source at the Zaidia rural hospital north of the city of Hodeidah, western Yemen, reported the death of 9 people, including 3 children, after severe watery diarrhea and vomiting, likely to have cholera. The source explained in an interview with "Newsmen" that the center for the treatment of cholera patients in the hospital Zaidiyah received during 3 days 87 cases with watery diarrhea from the center of the district and the monasteries located west of the city.
The source said that
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PRO/AH/EDR> African swine fever - Europe (06): Poland, wild boar culling
African Swine Fever -- Poland
Poland's battle to control highly contagious African swine fever (ASF) is turning into a political problem for the ruling Law and Justice (PiS) party. Since Saturday [12 Jan 2019], hunters have been out in force across the country gunning for wild boars -- many of which are carriers of the deadly disease that the Polish government wants to stamp out to protect domestic pigs.
It's the scale of the cull that's causing the trouble. A total of some 20 000 wild boars will be killed over the next
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Poland's battle to control highly contagious African swine fever (ASF) is turning into a political problem for the ruling Law and Justice (PiS) party. Since Saturday [12 Jan 2019], hunters have been out in force across the country gunning for wild boars -- many of which are carriers of the deadly disease that the Polish government wants to stamp out to protect domestic pigs.
It's the scale of the cull that's causing the trouble. A total of some 20 000 wild boars will be killed over the next
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PRO/EDR> Typhoid fever - Zimbabwe: (HA) 2017-2018
Typhoid -- Zimbabwe
On 16 Oct 2017, the Harare City Health Department (HCHD) in Zimbabwe identified a suspected typhoid fever (typhoid) case in a resident of Harare's Mbare suburb. Typhoid is a potentially fatal illness caused by _Salmonella enterica_ serovar Typhi (Typhi). HCHD initiated an investigation and identified a cluster of 17 suspected typhoid cases, defined as the occurrence of fever and at least one of the following symptoms: headache, malaise, abdominal discomfort, vomiting, diarrhea, cough, or
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On 16 Oct 2017, the Harare City Health Department (HCHD) in Zimbabwe identified a suspected typhoid fever (typhoid) case in a resident of Harare's Mbare suburb. Typhoid is a potentially fatal illness caused by _Salmonella enterica_ serovar Typhi (Typhi). HCHD initiated an investigation and identified a cluster of 17 suspected typhoid cases, defined as the occurrence of fever and at least one of the following symptoms: headache, malaise, abdominal discomfort, vomiting, diarrhea, cough, or
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PRO/AH/EDR> Ebola update (07): Congo DR (NK, IT) cases, summaries, prevention, research
Ebola -- DR Congo
- 3 new confirmed cases, including 2 community deaths, were detected in the same family in the Kayina health zone [North Kivu]. This is the 18th health area affected by the Ebola epidemic. The central office of the Kayina health zone was alerted to the presence of people with Ebola-compatible symptoms in their territory. A registered nurse visited the home concerned on 13 Jan 2019 and [took] 3 samples that were sent to Butembo. The 3 samples returned positive and 2 of the 3 patients died
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- 3 new confirmed cases, including 2 community deaths, were detected in the same family in the Kayina health zone [North Kivu]. This is the 18th health area affected by the Ebola epidemic. The central office of the Kayina health zone was alerted to the presence of people with Ebola-compatible symptoms in their territory. A registered nurse visited the home concerned on 13 Jan 2019 and [took] 3 samples that were sent to Butembo. The 3 samples returned positive and 2 of the 3 patients died
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PRO/AH/EDR> Invasive mosquitoes - Ethiopia
Malaria -- Ethiopia
Carter TE, Yared S, Gebresilassie A, et al. First detection of _Anopheles stephensi_ Liston, 1901 (Diptera: culicidae) in Ethiopia using molecular and morphological approaches. Acta Trop. 2018; 188: 180-6. doi: 10.1016/j.actatropica.2018.09.001;
The authors point out the essential studies that are needed to assess the importance of _A. stephensi_ as a malaria vector in Ethiopia. The results will determine if an expansion of the malaria control program is necessary in that country.
An
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Carter TE, Yared S, Gebresilassie A, et al. First detection of _Anopheles stephensi_ Liston, 1901 (Diptera: culicidae) in Ethiopia using molecular and morphological approaches. Acta Trop. 2018; 188: 180-6. doi: 10.1016/j.actatropica.2018.09.001;
The authors point out the essential studies that are needed to assess the importance of _A. stephensi_ as a malaria vector in Ethiopia. The results will determine if an expansion of the malaria control program is necessary in that country.
An
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PRO/EDR> Poliomyelitis update (06): global (Pakistan, Nigeria)
Polio -- Pakistan
New wild poliovirus cases reported this week: 2
Total number of wild poliovirus cases in 2018: 31
Total number of wild poliovirus cases in 2017: 22
New cVDPV cases reported this week: 0
Total number of cVDPV cases (all types) in 2018: 101
Total number of cVDPV cases (all types) in 2017: 96
Headlines
Summary of new viruses this week:
- Pakistan - 2 cases of wild poliovirus type 1 (WPV1) and 5 WPV1 positive environmental samples;
- Nigeria - advance notification one case of
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New wild poliovirus cases reported this week: 2
Total number of wild poliovirus cases in 2018: 31
Total number of wild poliovirus cases in 2017: 22
New cVDPV cases reported this week: 0
Total number of cVDPV cases (all types) in 2018: 101
Total number of cVDPV cases (all types) in 2017: 96
Headlines
Summary of new viruses this week:
- Pakistan - 2 cases of wild poliovirus type 1 (WPV1) and 5 WPV1 positive environmental samples;
- Nigeria - advance notification one case of
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Thursday 17 January 2019
PRO/PL> Tomato brown rugose fruit virus - Germany: (NW) 1st report
Other Plant Disease -- Germany
Unusual fruit and leaf symptoms were observed in tomatoes in North Rhine-Westphalia. In total, more than 25 ha of greenhouse tomatoes were affected. Tomato brown rugose fruit virus (ToBRFV) has been confirmed in 7 greenhouses; one further greenhouse is suspected to be infested. It's the 1st report of ToBRFV in Germany. The infested tomato plants were used for tomato fruit production. Eradication measures are in progress.
ToBRFV infects tomato plants and leads to foliar symptoms, including
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Unusual fruit and leaf symptoms were observed in tomatoes in North Rhine-Westphalia. In total, more than 25 ha of greenhouse tomatoes were affected. Tomato brown rugose fruit virus (ToBRFV) has been confirmed in 7 greenhouses; one further greenhouse is suspected to be infested. It's the 1st report of ToBRFV in Germany. The infested tomato plants were used for tomato fruit production. Eradication measures are in progress.
ToBRFV infects tomato plants and leads to foliar symptoms, including
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PRO/AH/EDR> Vitamin D toxicity - USA: canine, pet food recall
Food-related toxin -- United States
The Food and Drug Administration has expanded its recall of dog food brands that have too much Vitamin D, which could make your pets sick.
The food was sold nationwide in both stores and online, and the FDA says the list of recalled products could continue to grow.
Luckily none of the tainted foods were sold at storefronts here in Nevada, but we reached out to Chewy, an online retailer of pet food and supplies. They say that they were aware of the recall before it was published with the
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The Food and Drug Administration has expanded its recall of dog food brands that have too much Vitamin D, which could make your pets sick.
The food was sold nationwide in both stores and online, and the FDA says the list of recalled products could continue to grow.
Luckily none of the tainted foods were sold at storefronts here in Nevada, but we reached out to Chewy, an online retailer of pet food and supplies. They say that they were aware of the recall before it was published with the
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PRO/AH/EDR> Salmonellosis - USA (02): (FL) equine, susp
Salmonella -- United States
The USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Agency (APHIS) has reported the Miami Animal Import Center will be temporarily closed to new arrivals of horses beginning on [Sat 19 Jan 2019] in response to illness in a handful of horses quarantined at the facility.
APHIS is investigating to determine the specific cause of illness, but salmonella is suspected, and the facility is stepping up biosecurity and taking additional precautions to prevent any further disease spread. The temporary
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The USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Agency (APHIS) has reported the Miami Animal Import Center will be temporarily closed to new arrivals of horses beginning on [Sat 19 Jan 2019] in response to illness in a handful of horses quarantined at the facility.
APHIS is investigating to determine the specific cause of illness, but salmonella is suspected, and the facility is stepping up biosecurity and taking additional precautions to prevent any further disease spread. The temporary
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PRO/AH/EDR> Lassa Fever - West Africa (04): Nigeria (PL, KW ex Benin)
Lassa Fever -- Nigeria
The Nigerian Army has raised an alarm over an outbreak of Lassa fever. A statement on Wednesday [16 Jan 2019] by Maj Ikechukwu Eze, the acting deputy director of Army Public Relations, 3 Division, said the disease killed an officer on Tuesday [15 Jan 2019].
[The statement] read: "The Headquarters 3 Division wishes to inform the general public that a male senior non-commissioned officer of the division was admitted and being managed for resistant malaria at the 3 Div Hospital after returning
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The Nigerian Army has raised an alarm over an outbreak of Lassa fever. A statement on Wednesday [16 Jan 2019] by Maj Ikechukwu Eze, the acting deputy director of Army Public Relations, 3 Division, said the disease killed an officer on Tuesday [15 Jan 2019].
[The statement] read: "The Headquarters 3 Division wishes to inform the general public that a male senior non-commissioned officer of the division was admitted and being managed for resistant malaria at the 3 Div Hospital after returning
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PRO> Lassa Fever - West Africa (04): Nigeria (PL, KW ex Benin)
Lassa Fever -- Nigeria
The Nigerian Army has raised an alarm over an outbreak of Lassa fever. A statement on Wednesday [16 Jan 2019] by Maj Ikechukwu Eze, the acting deputy director of Army Public Relations, 3 Division, said the disease killed an officer on Tuesday [15 Jan 2019].
[The statement] read: "The Headquarters 3 Division wishes to inform the general public that a male senior non-commissioned officer of the division was admitted and being managed for resistant malaria at the 3 Div Hospital after returning
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The Nigerian Army has raised an alarm over an outbreak of Lassa fever. A statement on Wednesday [16 Jan 2019] by Maj Ikechukwu Eze, the acting deputy director of Army Public Relations, 3 Division, said the disease killed an officer on Tuesday [15 Jan 2019].
[The statement] read: "The Headquarters 3 Division wishes to inform the general public that a male senior non-commissioned officer of the division was admitted and being managed for resistant malaria at the 3 Div Hospital after returning
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PRO/AH> Bluetongue - Europe (02): Germany (RP, SL) bovine, BTV-8, spread, OIE
Bluetongue -- Germany
Bluetongue, Germany
Information received on [and dated] 15 Jan 2019 from Dr Dietrich Rassow, director for Animal Health and Animal Welfare, chief veterinary officer, directorate of Animal Health and Animal Welfare, Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture, Berlin, Germany
Summary
Report type: follow-up report no. 3
Date of start of the event: 8 Dec 2018
Date of confirmation of the event: 12 Dec 2018
Report date: 15 Jan 2019
Date submitted to OIE: 15 Jan 2019
Reason for
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Bluetongue, Germany
Information received on [and dated] 15 Jan 2019 from Dr Dietrich Rassow, director for Animal Health and Animal Welfare, chief veterinary officer, directorate of Animal Health and Animal Welfare, Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture, Berlin, Germany
Summary
Report type: follow-up report no. 3
Date of start of the event: 8 Dec 2018
Date of confirmation of the event: 12 Dec 2018
Report date: 15 Jan 2019
Date submitted to OIE: 15 Jan 2019
Reason for
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PRO/ALL> Announcements: JHU Center for Health Security's disease prediction platform
Not Yet Classified -- Worldwide/Unknown
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PRO/AH/EDR> West Nile virus (01): Americas (USA) avian, grouse, conservation concern
West Nile Virus -- United States
Wisconsin's 1st confirmed cases of West Nile virus in ruffed grouse were reported [Tue 15 Jan 2019] by the state Department of Natural Resources.
The DNR said that West Nile was confirmed in 3 of 16 grouse tested so far. The DNR said the results are still preliminary because another 238 grouse samples remain to be tested.
The agency is testing both sickly grouse that were turned in to wildlife officials and grouse blood samples submitted by hunter volunteers in the field.
Wildlife
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Wisconsin's 1st confirmed cases of West Nile virus in ruffed grouse were reported [Tue 15 Jan 2019] by the state Department of Natural Resources.
The DNR said that West Nile was confirmed in 3 of 16 grouse tested so far. The DNR said the results are still preliminary because another 238 grouse samples remain to be tested.
The agency is testing both sickly grouse that were turned in to wildlife officials and grouse blood samples submitted by hunter volunteers in the field.
Wildlife
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PRO/EDR> Hepatitis A - USA (03): (KY, WV, OH)
Hepatitis A -- United States
In November 2017, the Kentucky Department for Public Health (DPH) identified an outbreak of acute hepatitis A. The increase in cases observed in Kentucky was well over the 10-year average of reported hepatitis A cases. Several cases have been infected with HAV strains genetically linked to outbreaks in California, Utah and Michigan. Similar to hepatitis A outbreaks in other states, the primary risk factors remain illicit drug use and homelessness. A contaminated food source has not been
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In November 2017, the Kentucky Department for Public Health (DPH) identified an outbreak of acute hepatitis A. The increase in cases observed in Kentucky was well over the 10-year average of reported hepatitis A cases. Several cases have been infected with HAV strains genetically linked to outbreaks in California, Utah and Michigan. Similar to hepatitis A outbreaks in other states, the primary risk factors remain illicit drug use and homelessness. A contaminated food source has not been
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PRO/AH/EDR> Avian influenza, human (02): Nepal (KT) poultry
Avian Influenza -- Nepal
The following information was submitted by an EpiCore Surveillance Project member.
The suspected farm was visited by a team from the animal health sector at Dadapauwa-6, Ramkot of Nagarjun municipality (GPS coordinates: N 27.719571, E 85.254101). [The farmer reported that] in a population of 3000 broiler chickens, some birds started to show clinical signs of respiratory problems from 2 Jan 2019. From 3 Jan 2019 birds started to die and by 11 Jan 2019, a total of 744 birds had died. The
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The following information was submitted by an EpiCore Surveillance Project member.
The suspected farm was visited by a team from the animal health sector at Dadapauwa-6, Ramkot of Nagarjun municipality (GPS coordinates: N 27.719571, E 85.254101). [The farmer reported that] in a population of 3000 broiler chickens, some birds started to show clinical signs of respiratory problems from 2 Jan 2019. From 3 Jan 2019 birds started to die and by 11 Jan 2019, a total of 744 birds had died. The
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PRO/AH/EDR> Kyasanur Forest disease - India (04): (KA) monkey, susp
Hemorrhagic Fever -- India
Another 4 monkeys were found dead in different parts of Udupi district on [Mon 14 Jan 2019]. With this, the total number of monkeys that have died in the district since [8 Jan 2019] has gone up to 22.
District Health and Family Welfare Officer Rohini told The Hindu here that 2 monkeys were found dead in Belve, while a monkey each was found dead in Kandlur and Hosmar.
The department concerned had still not received any report on the viscera of the dead monkeys sent to the Viral Diagnostic
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Another 4 monkeys were found dead in different parts of Udupi district on [Mon 14 Jan 2019]. With this, the total number of monkeys that have died in the district since [8 Jan 2019] has gone up to 22.
District Health and Family Welfare Officer Rohini told The Hindu here that 2 monkeys were found dead in Belve, while a monkey each was found dead in Kandlur and Hosmar.
The department concerned had still not received any report on the viscera of the dead monkeys sent to the Viral Diagnostic
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Wednesday 16 January 2019
PRO/PL> Undiagnosed disease, tomato - Iraq: (BA)
Undiagnosed -- Iraq
A "dangerous disease" has hit the country's tomato produce. The epidemic seems to have hit in the southeastern [province] of Al-Basra [and] has caused thousands of tonnes of tomatoes to turn rotten. The reason for the epidemic is still unknown.
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[A number of tomato diseases have been reported from the region, many of them can also affect potatoes and other solanaceous crops. Rotting of tomato fruits, both pre- and postharvest, can be due to a number of
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A "dangerous disease" has hit the country's tomato produce. The epidemic seems to have hit in the southeastern [province] of Al-Basra [and] has caused thousands of tonnes of tomatoes to turn rotten. The reason for the epidemic is still unknown.
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[A number of tomato diseases have been reported from the region, many of them can also affect potatoes and other solanaceous crops. Rotting of tomato fruits, both pre- and postharvest, can be due to a number of
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PRO/AH/EDR> Yellow fever - Africa (03): Nigeria (KW)
Yellow Fever -- Nigeria
Kwara Commissioner for Health Alhaji Usman Rifun-Kolo disclosed that a yellow fever case has been confirmed in Agunji in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara. According to him, the patient is a farmer from Kebbi State, resident in Agunji District.
He noted that the state Ministry of Health is already in touch with traditional leaders to brief them on the outbreak of the disease.
The commissioner added that samples have also been taken from the residence to confirm whether they had
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Kwara Commissioner for Health Alhaji Usman Rifun-Kolo disclosed that a yellow fever case has been confirmed in Agunji in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara. According to him, the patient is a farmer from Kebbi State, resident in Agunji District.
He noted that the state Ministry of Health is already in touch with traditional leaders to brief them on the outbreak of the disease.
The commissioner added that samples have also been taken from the residence to confirm whether they had
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PRO/AH/EDR> Undiagnosed deaths, bovine - USA: (FL, GA) feed sup, RFI
Undiagnosed -- United States
Florida authorities are investigating sudden deaths among cattle in parts of Florida and Georgia. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services this week received multiple reports related to acute deaths in cattle. These deaths are being investigated by both the Division of Agricultural Environmental Services and the Division of Animal Industry. Local law enforcement agencies and veterinarians have also been involved in the ongoing investigation.
While the specific cause has
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Florida authorities are investigating sudden deaths among cattle in parts of Florida and Georgia. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services this week received multiple reports related to acute deaths in cattle. These deaths are being investigated by both the Division of Agricultural Environmental Services and the Division of Animal Industry. Local law enforcement agencies and veterinarians have also been involved in the ongoing investigation.
While the specific cause has
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PRO/AH/EDR> Avian influenza (03): Denmark (SL) wild bird, HPAI H5N6, OIE
Avian Influenza H5N6 -- Denmark
Information received on [and dated] 15 Jan 201918 from Dr Per Starcke Henriksen, Chief Veterinary Officer, Danish Veterinary and Food Administration, Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Fisheries, Glostrup, Denmark
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 22 Dec 2018
Date of confirmation of the event: 14 Jan 2019
Reason for notification: recurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 19 Sep 2018
Manifestation of disease: clinical
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Information received on [and dated] 15 Jan 201918 from Dr Per Starcke Henriksen, Chief Veterinary Officer, Danish Veterinary and Food Administration, Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Fisheries, Glostrup, Denmark
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 22 Dec 2018
Date of confirmation of the event: 14 Jan 2019
Reason for notification: recurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 19 Sep 2018
Manifestation of disease: clinical
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PRO/AH/EDR> Madariaga virus - Haiti: 1st rep, 2015-2016
Eastern Equine Encephalitis -- Haiti
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Madariaga virus (MADV), also known as South American eastern equine encephalitis virus, has been identified in animals and humans in South and Central America, but not previously in Hispaniola or the northern Caribbean. MADV was isolated from virus cultures of plasma from an 8-year-old child in a school cohort in the Gressier/Leogane region of Haiti, who was seen in April 2015, with acute febrile illness (AFI). The virus was subsequently cultured from an additional 7 AFI
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Madariaga virus (MADV), also known as South American eastern equine encephalitis virus, has been identified in animals and humans in South and Central America, but not previously in Hispaniola or the northern Caribbean. MADV was isolated from virus cultures of plasma from an 8-year-old child in a school cohort in the Gressier/Leogane region of Haiti, who was seen in April 2015, with acute febrile illness (AFI). The virus was subsequently cultured from an additional 7 AFI
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PRO/EDR> Botulism - Norway: (central) salted preserved fish, alert, recall
Botulism -- Norway
A traditional Norwegian fish dish has been recalled due to a link with a case of botulism. Torpet Fiskeoppdrettsanlegg AS recalled rakfisk due to suspicions that consumption can cause botulism. Rakfisk is a traditional Norwegian fish dish made from trout or char, salted and then fermented for up to a year before being eaten without cooking. The withdrawal applies to all varieties of the product that the company produced in 2018.
Rakfisk was sold via various market stalls in Trondelag,
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A traditional Norwegian fish dish has been recalled due to a link with a case of botulism. Torpet Fiskeoppdrettsanlegg AS recalled rakfisk due to suspicions that consumption can cause botulism. Rakfisk is a traditional Norwegian fish dish made from trout or char, salted and then fermented for up to a year before being eaten without cooking. The withdrawal applies to all varieties of the product that the company produced in 2018.
Rakfisk was sold via various market stalls in Trondelag,
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Tuesday 15 January 2019
PRO/AH/EDR> Seneca Valley virus - Brazil: swine, feed
Other Animal Disease -- Brazil
The Iowa-based Swine Health Information Center (SHIC) announced last week an outbreak of Seneca Valley [virus] A (SVA) in Brazil. The disease has been found in pigs of all ages, but initial cases were located in finishing pigs, said the SHIC.
A previous outbreak of the disease in Brazil in the autumn and winter of 2014-15 preceded an occurrence of the disease in the US in 2015, the center said.
The center is working to understand the risk presented from the outbreak in Brazil, said Paul
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The Iowa-based Swine Health Information Center (SHIC) announced last week an outbreak of Seneca Valley [virus] A (SVA) in Brazil. The disease has been found in pigs of all ages, but initial cases were located in finishing pigs, said the SHIC.
A previous outbreak of the disease in Brazil in the autumn and winter of 2014-15 preceded an occurrence of the disease in the US in 2015, the center said.
The center is working to understand the risk presented from the outbreak in Brazil, said Paul
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PRO/EDR> Poliomyelitis update (05): Nigeria cVDPV, Pakistan environmental samples, RFI
Polio -- Nigeria
[This information was excerpted from a larger article mentioning Lassa fever cases and a yellow fever case in addition to this cVDPV case occurring in Kwara state. - Mod.MPP]
The government has confirmed an outbreak of circulating vaccine derived polio virus (cDVPV), which claimed the life of 2-year-old girl.
Speaking on Tue [15 Jan 2019] during a news briefing, the Kwara Commissioner for Health, Alhaji Usman Rifun-Kolo, disclosed that an outbreak of circulating cDVPV in a Fulani Camp in
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[This information was excerpted from a larger article mentioning Lassa fever cases and a yellow fever case in addition to this cVDPV case occurring in Kwara state. - Mod.MPP]
The government has confirmed an outbreak of circulating vaccine derived polio virus (cDVPV), which claimed the life of 2-year-old girl.
Speaking on Tue [15 Jan 2019] during a news briefing, the Kwara Commissioner for Health, Alhaji Usman Rifun-Kolo, disclosed that an outbreak of circulating cDVPV in a Fulani Camp in
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PRO/AH/EDR> Strangles, equine - New Zealand
Strangles -- New Zealand
Millions of dollars' worth of high-class bloodstock remains stranded in New Zealand after a deadly strangles outbreak halted the movement of horses bound for Hong Kong.
Owners who have bought racehorses out of New Zealand have been left waiting for as long as 7 months as authorities seek to contain the outbreak, which saw a peak of 4 horses from the 30-strong batch test positive to the respiratory infection.
Strangles is a highly contagious infection that causes a horse's lymph nodes to
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Millions of dollars' worth of high-class bloodstock remains stranded in New Zealand after a deadly strangles outbreak halted the movement of horses bound for Hong Kong.
Owners who have bought racehorses out of New Zealand have been left waiting for as long as 7 months as authorities seek to contain the outbreak, which saw a peak of 4 horses from the 30-strong batch test positive to the respiratory infection.
Strangles is a highly contagious infection that causes a horse's lymph nodes to
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PRO/AH/EDR> Strangles, equine - USA: (FL)
Strangles -- United States
The Florida Department of Agriculture has instituted a quarantine for strangles at Stonewall's Prestige Stallions in Ocala, Florida, impacting approximately 93 horses on the property.
Officials placed the farm under quarantine on 20 Dec 2018 after one horse presented with clinical signs of strangles and a positive test result on PCR. At the time of the Department's disease outbreak alert through the Equine Disease Communication Center on 21 Dec 2018, 6 horses were considered clinical for
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The Florida Department of Agriculture has instituted a quarantine for strangles at Stonewall's Prestige Stallions in Ocala, Florida, impacting approximately 93 horses on the property.
Officials placed the farm under quarantine on 20 Dec 2018 after one horse presented with clinical signs of strangles and a positive test result on PCR. At the time of the Department's disease outbreak alert through the Equine Disease Communication Center on 21 Dec 2018, 6 horses were considered clinical for
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PRO/AH/EDR> MERS-CoV (06): Saudi Arabia (MK)
MERS -- Saudi Arabia
During the period 10-15 Jan 2019, there has been one newly confirmed case of MERS-CoV infection and 3 outcomes reported on previously confirmed cases: 2 fatalities and one recovery.
Information on newly confirmed case:
Date of confirmation report: 15 Jan 2019
Case No: 19-1781
MERS in Jeddah city: 52-year-old male in Jeddah city, Jeddah region
Contact with camels: No
Case classification: Secondary, household contact
Current status: Hospitalized
Information on newly reported
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During the period 10-15 Jan 2019, there has been one newly confirmed case of MERS-CoV infection and 3 outcomes reported on previously confirmed cases: 2 fatalities and one recovery.
Information on newly confirmed case:
Date of confirmation report: 15 Jan 2019
Case No: 19-1781
MERS in Jeddah city: 52-year-old male in Jeddah city, Jeddah region
Contact with camels: No
Case classification: Secondary, household contact
Current status: Hospitalized
Information on newly reported
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PRO/AH/EDR> African swine fever - Asia (04): Mongolia (BU) swine, 1st report, OIE, RFI
African Swine Fever -- Mongolia
Information received on [and dated] 15 Jan 2019 from Dr Tumendemberel Dorjnyam, Director General, Chief Veterinary Officer, General Authority for Veterinary Services, Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 9 Jan 2019
Date of confirmation of the event: 10 Jan 2019
Reason for notification: 1st occurrence of a listed disease in the country
Manifestation of disease: clinical
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Information received on [and dated] 15 Jan 2019 from Dr Tumendemberel Dorjnyam, Director General, Chief Veterinary Officer, General Authority for Veterinary Services, Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 9 Jan 2019
Date of confirmation of the event: 10 Jan 2019
Reason for notification: 1st occurrence of a listed disease in the country
Manifestation of disease: clinical
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PRO/AH/EDR> African swine fever - Europe (05): Belgium (LX) wild boar, France, prevention
African Swine Fever -- Belgium
France will cull all wild boar in a zone along the Belgian border to try and avoid an outbreak of a deadly swine disease after new cases were discovered nearby in Belgium, the French agriculture ministry said on [Mon 14 Jan 2019]. France has been on alert for African swine fever [ASF] since the virus was confirmed in September [2018] among wild boar in Belgium, not far from the French border. ASF, harmless for humans, is often deadly for pigs, and outbreaks in Eastern Europe and China have
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France will cull all wild boar in a zone along the Belgian border to try and avoid an outbreak of a deadly swine disease after new cases were discovered nearby in Belgium, the French agriculture ministry said on [Mon 14 Jan 2019]. France has been on alert for African swine fever [ASF] since the virus was confirmed in September [2018] among wild boar in Belgium, not far from the French border. ASF, harmless for humans, is often deadly for pigs, and outbreaks in Eastern Europe and China have
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PRO/AH/EDR> Ebola update (06): Congo DR (NK, IT) cases, prevention, challenges
Ebola -- DR Congo
- Since vaccination began on 8 Aug 2018, 59 856 people have been vaccinated.
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#Ebola news in the @WHOAFRO weekly outbreak bulletin: There's been another #Ebola infection in a healthcare worker. This is the 56th in this outbreak.
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- Since vaccination began on 8 Aug 2018, 59 856 people have been vaccinated.
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#Ebola news in the @WHOAFRO weekly outbreak bulletin: There's been another #Ebola infection in a healthcare worker. This is the 56th in this outbreak.
See also the Ebola dashboard for number of contacts, confirmed cases, fatal cases, figure of weekly distribution of cases, and more at . -
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PRO/AH/EDR> African swine fever - Asia (03): China (GS) domestic swine, spread, OIE
African Swine Fever -- China
Information received on [and dated] 15 Jan 2019 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: 7 Jan 2019
Date of confirmation of the event: 13 Jan 2019
Reason for notification: first occurrence of a listed disease
Manifestation of disease: clinical disease
Causal agent: African swine fever virus
Nature
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Information received on [and dated] 15 Jan 2019 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: 7 Jan 2019
Date of confirmation of the event: 13 Jan 2019
Reason for notification: first occurrence of a listed disease
Manifestation of disease: clinical disease
Causal agent: African swine fever virus
Nature
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PRO/AH/EDR> Australian bat lyssavirus - Australia: (NS) human exposure
Rabies -- Australia
A warning has been issued following a surge in people being bitten and scratched by flying foxes infected with a virus like rabies. A spike in the number of incidents in the Newcastle area has led New South Wales health experts to issue a bat attack alert. The extremely hot weather seen across Australia this is week is making the bats irritated and aggressive, the ABC reported.
Authorities say the number of bites and scratches is unprecedented, with public health physician David Durrheim
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A warning has been issued following a surge in people being bitten and scratched by flying foxes infected with a virus like rabies. A spike in the number of incidents in the Newcastle area has led New South Wales health experts to issue a bat attack alert. The extremely hot weather seen across Australia this is week is making the bats irritated and aggressive, the ABC reported.
Authorities say the number of bites and scratches is unprecedented, with public health physician David Durrheim
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PRO/EDR> Enterobacter huaxiensis & chuandaensis - China: new pathogen sp., bacteremia
Sepsis -- China
"_Enterobacter_ strains 090008T and 090028T were recovered from the blood of 2 different patients at West China Hospital, Chengdu, PR China in 2017. Phylogenetic analysis based on the 16S rRNA gene and multi-locus sequence analysis of the rpoB, gyrB, infB and atpD housekeeping genes revealed that the 2 strains were distinct from any previously known species of the genus _Enterobacter_. Both average nucleotide identity (ANI) and in silico DNA-DNA hybridization (isDDH) values between strains
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"_Enterobacter_ strains 090008T and 090028T were recovered from the blood of 2 different patients at West China Hospital, Chengdu, PR China in 2017. Phylogenetic analysis based on the 16S rRNA gene and multi-locus sequence analysis of the rpoB, gyrB, infB and atpD housekeeping genes revealed that the 2 strains were distinct from any previously known species of the genus _Enterobacter_. Both average nucleotide identity (ANI) and in silico DNA-DNA hybridization (isDDH) values between strains
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Monday 14 January 2019
PRO/PL> Xylella, lavender - Portugal: 1st rep (PO)
Xylella Fastidiosa -- Portugal
The 1st positive result of _Xylella fastidiosa_ in Portugal, already confirmed by the French Reference Laboratory (ANSES), was communicated to the DGAV (General Directorate of Food and Veterinary Sciences). The plants were found in an ornamental bed of the genus _Lavandula dentata_ (French lavender) in a zoo in Porto district during the national xylella monitoring programme and showed no symptoms of disease.
Work will continue to survey and collect samples of host plants within a radius of
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The 1st positive result of _Xylella fastidiosa_ in Portugal, already confirmed by the French Reference Laboratory (ANSES), was communicated to the DGAV (General Directorate of Food and Veterinary Sciences). The plants were found in an ornamental bed of the genus _Lavandula dentata_ (French lavender) in a zoo in Porto district during the national xylella monitoring programme and showed no symptoms of disease.
Work will continue to survey and collect samples of host plants within a radius of
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PRO/AH/EDR> African swine fever - Asia (02): China (JS) domestic swine, spread, OIE
African Swine Fever -- China
Information received on [and dated] 14 Jan 2019 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: 6 Jan 2019
Date of confirmation of the event: 12 Jan 2019
Reason for notification: Recurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 17 Oct 2018
Manifestation of disease: clinical disease
Causal agent:
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Information received on [and dated] 14 Jan 2019 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: 6 Jan 2019
Date of confirmation of the event: 12 Jan 2019
Reason for notification: Recurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 17 Oct 2018
Manifestation of disease: clinical disease
Causal agent:
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PRO/AH/EDR> Chronic wasting disease, cervid - USA (01): (IA)
Chronic Wasting Disease -- United States
Fourteen tissue samples from wild Iowa deer tested positive for chronic wasting disease [CWD], bringing the total deer testing positive for CWD in Iowa to 44. The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is waiting for results on follow-up tests for 2 suspect samples that could raise the total positives for the year [2018] to 16. The deer tissue was collected primarily during the fall from hunter-harvested and road-killed deer.
The way that this disease moves, these results were not unexpected,
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Fourteen tissue samples from wild Iowa deer tested positive for chronic wasting disease [CWD], bringing the total deer testing positive for CWD in Iowa to 44. The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is waiting for results on follow-up tests for 2 suspect samples that could raise the total positives for the year [2018] to 16. The deer tissue was collected primarily during the fall from hunter-harvested and road-killed deer.
The way that this disease moves, these results were not unexpected,
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PRO/AH/EDR> Equine herpesvirus - North America (01): USA (NY) equine
Equine Herpes Virus -- United States
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets confirmed equine herpesvirus in 3 horses in 2 counties, according to the Equine Disease Communications Center.
A Paint mare from Erie County that exhibited ataxia and falling was confirmed positive for EHV-1 via nasal swab PCR test the week ending 11 Jan 2019.
The mare and all other horses on the farm are quarantined. Biosecurity measures and temperature monitoring are in place. No horses have left the farm in the 2 weeks preceding
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The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets confirmed equine herpesvirus in 3 horses in 2 counties, according to the Equine Disease Communications Center.
A Paint mare from Erie County that exhibited ataxia and falling was confirmed positive for EHV-1 via nasal swab PCR test the week ending 11 Jan 2019.
The mare and all other horses on the farm are quarantined. Biosecurity measures and temperature monitoring are in place. No horses have left the farm in the 2 weeks preceding
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PRO/AH> Habronemaisis: equine, periocular, research
Conjunctivitis -- Worldwide/Unknown
Verhaar N, Hermans H, van Rooij E, van Oldruitenborgh-Oosterbaan MS and Ensink J. Case series: periocular habronemiasis in five horses in the Netherlands," was published in the Veterinary Record. Vet Rec. 2018 Jun 30;182(26):746. doi: 10.1136/vr.104265. Epub 2018 Apr 25. Abstract available at:
[Byline: Christa Lesté-Lasserre]
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Verhaar N, Hermans H, van Rooij E, van Oldruitenborgh-Oosterbaan MS and Ensink J. Case series: periocular habronemiasis in five horses in the Netherlands," was published in the Veterinary Record. Vet Rec. 2018 Jun 30;182(26):746. doi: 10.1136/vr.104265. Epub 2018 Apr 25. Abstract available at:
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PRO/AH/EDR> Pneumonia ovine - USA (05): (UT) bighorn sheep
Pneumonia -- Worldwide/Unknown
The Division of Wildlife Resources has found that a herd of bighorn sheep on Antelope Island [Utah] has somehow contracted a devastating respiratory disease and is dying off.
About 150 animals were counted among the herd last year [2018]. But KSL-TV reports biologists on [Wed 9 Jan 2019] flew over the island and found only 26 sheep left.
Division of Wildlife Resources spokesman Mark Hadley says, "This disease has taken all of the sheep," and there are no vaccinations or medications that
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The Division of Wildlife Resources has found that a herd of bighorn sheep on Antelope Island [Utah] has somehow contracted a devastating respiratory disease and is dying off.
About 150 animals were counted among the herd last year [2018]. But KSL-TV reports biologists on [Wed 9 Jan 2019] flew over the island and found only 26 sheep left.
Division of Wildlife Resources spokesman Mark Hadley says, "This disease has taken all of the sheep," and there are no vaccinations or medications that
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PRO/AH/EDR> Hantavirus - Americas (04): Argentina (CH)
Hantavirus -- Argentina
The Ministry of Health in Chubut province confirmed 3 more deaths from [a] hantavirus [infection] on [9 Jan 2019], meaning the current death toll from the outbreak has reached 9 people.
Those who lost their lives were 2 women and a 16-year-old, reported La Nación, all of whom were being treated in Esquel hospital [Chubut]. One of the women was the daughter and sister of 2 people who have already died from the outbreak which started in the small town of Epuyen, near the Chilean border.
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The Ministry of Health in Chubut province confirmed 3 more deaths from [a] hantavirus [infection] on [9 Jan 2019], meaning the current death toll from the outbreak has reached 9 people.
Those who lost their lives were 2 women and a 16-year-old, reported La Nación, all of whom were being treated in Esquel hospital [Chubut]. One of the women was the daughter and sister of 2 people who have already died from the outbreak which started in the small town of Epuyen, near the Chilean border.
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PRO/AH/EDR> Ebola update (05): Congo DR (NK,IT) cases, challenges, diagnostics, news
Ebola -- DR Congo
- Since the start of vaccination on 8 Aug 2018, 58 956 people have been vaccinated , including 19 855 in Beni [North Kivu], 12 153 in Katwa [North Kivu], 6746 in Butembo [North Kivu], 5686 in Mabalako [North Kivu], 2283 in Kalunguta [North Kivu], 1774 in Komanda [Ituri], 1663 in Mandima [Ituri], 1435 in Goma [North Kivu], 1272 in Oicha [North Kivu], 854 in Karisimbi [North Kivu], 791 in Vuhovi [North Kivu], 750 in Masereka [North Kivu], 735 in Kyondo [North Kivu], 700 in Lubero [North Kivu],
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- Since the start of vaccination on 8 Aug 2018, 58 956 people have been vaccinated , including 19 855 in Beni [North Kivu], 12 153 in Katwa [North Kivu], 6746 in Butembo [North Kivu], 5686 in Mabalako [North Kivu], 2283 in Kalunguta [North Kivu], 1774 in Komanda [Ituri], 1663 in Mandima [Ituri], 1435 in Goma [North Kivu], 1272 in Oicha [North Kivu], 854 in Karisimbi [North Kivu], 791 in Vuhovi [North Kivu], 750 in Masereka [North Kivu], 735 in Kyondo [North Kivu], 700 in Lubero [North Kivu],
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Sunday 13 January 2019
PRO/EDR> Poliomyelitis update (04): Pakistan (FATA)
Polio -- Pakistan
Another polio case has been reported from Bajaur district as the number of polio cases has risen to 6 from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The National Emergency Operations Center (NEOC), Islamabad notified the polio case from Bajaur district of the tribal districts.
The National Institute of Health isolated wild polio virus from the stool sample of a 30-month-old child from the village of Sheikhan, UC Tali, Tehsil Salarzai, Bajaur District.
A stool sample from the child was collected on [27 Dec
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Another polio case has been reported from Bajaur district as the number of polio cases has risen to 6 from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The National Emergency Operations Center (NEOC), Islamabad notified the polio case from Bajaur district of the tribal districts.
The National Institute of Health isolated wild polio virus from the stool sample of a 30-month-old child from the village of Sheikhan, UC Tali, Tehsil Salarzai, Bajaur District.
A stool sample from the child was collected on [27 Dec
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PRO/EDR> VIM-producing Pseudomonas aeruginosa - USA ex Mexico, medical tourism, alert
P. aeruginosa -- United States
Recently, some US residents returning from Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico were diagnosed with infections caused by an antibiotic-resistant form of _Pseudomonas aeruginosa_ bacteria.
All of the travelers with this particular infection had an invasive medical procedure performed in Tijuana. Most (but not all) of them had weight-loss surgery. About half of those infected had their surgery done at the Grand View Hospital.
Based on information provided by the CDC, the Mexican government has
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Recently, some US residents returning from Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico were diagnosed with infections caused by an antibiotic-resistant form of _Pseudomonas aeruginosa_ bacteria.
All of the travelers with this particular infection had an invasive medical procedure performed in Tijuana. Most (but not all) of them had weight-loss surgery. About half of those infected had their surgery done at the Grand View Hospital.
Based on information provided by the CDC, the Mexican government has
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PRO/AH/EDR> Paralytic shellfish poisoning - New Zealand
Paralytic Shellfish Poisoning -- New Zealand
The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) in New Zealand has extended a public health warning against collecting shellfish in the Northland east coast region due to a reported illness.
The affected area now covers from North Cape (Outo) south to Cape Karikari (Whakapouaka) and includes Parengarenga, Houhoura and Rangaunu Harbours.
One illness was noted in someone who consumed shellfish collected from Rarawa Beach. MPI is sampling and testing shellfish from this region. Results have shown
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The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) in New Zealand has extended a public health warning against collecting shellfish in the Northland east coast region due to a reported illness.
The affected area now covers from North Cape (Outo) south to Cape Karikari (Whakapouaka) and includes Parengarenga, Houhoura and Rangaunu Harbours.
One illness was noted in someone who consumed shellfish collected from Rarawa Beach. MPI is sampling and testing shellfish from this region. Results have shown
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PRO/AH/EDR> Kyasanur Forest disease - India (03): (KA) human, monkey, update
Kyasanur Forest Disease -- India
The outbreak of Kyasanur Forest disease [KFD], also known as monkey fever, in Malnad region of the district [Shivamogga] is showing no signs of abating, as 4 cases have now been reported from Tirthahalli taluk. The earlier cases were reported in Sagar taluk.
With this, the total number of KFD cases in the district since December 2018 has reached 62, of which 58 cases are from Aralagodu Gram Panchayat limits in Sagar taluk. Six persons from Aralagodu died during this period.
The
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The outbreak of Kyasanur Forest disease [KFD], also known as monkey fever, in Malnad region of the district [Shivamogga] is showing no signs of abating, as 4 cases have now been reported from Tirthahalli taluk. The earlier cases were reported in Sagar taluk.
With this, the total number of KFD cases in the district since December 2018 has reached 62, of which 58 cases are from Aralagodu Gram Panchayat limits in Sagar taluk. Six persons from Aralagodu died during this period.
The
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PRO/EDR> Norovirus - Europe: (UK, Ireland) oysters
Norovirus -- United Kingdom
Authorities in the United Kingdom and Ireland are investigating a foodborne outbreak suspected to be caused by norovirus in live oysters.
The oysters are thought to have come from Ireland and been purified in the UK, and it is believed they are no longer on the market.
Harvesting records and purification operations at the unnamed implicated business in Ireland have been checked with nothing proving that oysters harvested at the time were contaminated.
A number of people fell ill in
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Authorities in the United Kingdom and Ireland are investigating a foodborne outbreak suspected to be caused by norovirus in live oysters.
The oysters are thought to have come from Ireland and been purified in the UK, and it is believed they are no longer on the market.
Harvesting records and purification operations at the unnamed implicated business in Ireland have been checked with nothing proving that oysters harvested at the time were contaminated.
A number of people fell ill in
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PRO/AH/EDR> Tick-borne encephalitis - Switzerland
Tick-borne Encephalitis -- Switzerland
Ticks have become such a menace across Switzerland that the government is urging everyone to get vaccinated against one of the diseases they cause, early summer meningo-encephalitis (ESME) [tick-borne encephalitis, TBE]. Health insurers will reimburse vaccination costs.
Previously only recommended in specific regions, the net for vaccinations has now been cast wider. That's because of an increase in cases of ESME [TBE], a disease which attacks the central nervous system: 380 cases were
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Ticks have become such a menace across Switzerland that the government is urging everyone to get vaccinated against one of the diseases they cause, early summer meningo-encephalitis (ESME) [tick-borne encephalitis, TBE]. Health insurers will reimburse vaccination costs.
Previously only recommended in specific regions, the net for vaccinations has now been cast wider. That's because of an increase in cases of ESME [TBE], a disease which attacks the central nervous system: 380 cases were
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PRO/AH/EDR> Yellow fever - Africa (02): Nigeria comment
Yellow Fever -- Nigeria
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Saturday 12 January 2019
PRO/AH/EDR> Japanese encephalitis & other - India (01)
Japanese Encephalitis -- India
Citation: Vasanthapuram Ravi, Shafeeq Keeran Shahul Hameed, Anita Desai, Reeta Subramaniam Mani, Vijayalakshmi Reddy, et al.: Dengue virus is an under-recognised causative agent of acute encephalitis syndrome (AES): Results from a 4-year AES surveillance study of Japanese encephalitis in selected states of India. International Journal of Infectious Diseases. 2019. doi: .
Highlights
- Dengue virus is one of the 3 most common agents identified in acute encephalitis syndrome (AES).
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Citation: Vasanthapuram Ravi, Shafeeq Keeran Shahul Hameed, Anita Desai, Reeta Subramaniam Mani, Vijayalakshmi Reddy, et al.: Dengue virus is an under-recognised causative agent of acute encephalitis syndrome (AES): Results from a 4-year AES surveillance study of Japanese encephalitis in selected states of India. International Journal of Infectious Diseases. 2019. doi: .
Highlights
- Dengue virus is one of the 3 most common agents identified in acute encephalitis syndrome (AES).
-
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PRO/AH/EDR> Diarrheal shellfish poisoning - Namibia: (ER), alert
Poisoning -- Namibia
The fisheries ministry has warned the public not to consume oysters and mussels produced at Walvis Bay, due to an outbreak of diarrhectic [diarrhetic, diarrheal] shellfish poisoning (DSP). As part of the national shellfish sanitation program, the Namibian Standards Institution (NSI) recently tested oysters and mussels for biotoxins and discovered that the results revealed the presence of DSP, the ministry said in a media statement on Fri 11 Jan 2019. The ministry said it was not safe to
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The fisheries ministry has warned the public not to consume oysters and mussels produced at Walvis Bay, due to an outbreak of diarrhectic [diarrhetic, diarrheal] shellfish poisoning (DSP). As part of the national shellfish sanitation program, the Namibian Standards Institution (NSI) recently tested oysters and mussels for biotoxins and discovered that the results revealed the presence of DSP, the ministry said in a media statement on Fri 11 Jan 2019. The ministry said it was not safe to
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PRO/AH/EDR> Trypanosomiasis (Chagas disease) - Sri Lanka: canine, 1st rep., preliminary, RFI
Trypanosomiasis -- Sri Lanka
A dog in Balangoda was found to have been infected by a parasitic disease known as trypanosomiasis. It was the 1st time that such a disease was detected in Sri Lanka, Senior Lecturer in Veterinary Clinical Studies, Professor Ashoka Dangolla said.
Some of the symptoms of this disease are fever, severe headaches, irritability, extreme fatigue, swollen lymph nodes, aching muscles and joints, and feeling sleepy and lethargic.
The dog was found to be suffering from this disease last month
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A dog in Balangoda was found to have been infected by a parasitic disease known as trypanosomiasis. It was the 1st time that such a disease was detected in Sri Lanka, Senior Lecturer in Veterinary Clinical Studies, Professor Ashoka Dangolla said.
Some of the symptoms of this disease are fever, severe headaches, irritability, extreme fatigue, swollen lymph nodes, aching muscles and joints, and feeling sleepy and lethargic.
The dog was found to be suffering from this disease last month
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PRO/AH/EDR> Measles update (03): Europe, Americas, Asia, Africa, vaccine
Measles -- Ukraine
Addressing vaccine compliance problems is of particular relevance and significance to public health. Despite resurgence of vaccine-preventable diseases and public awareness of vaccine importance, why is it so challenging to boost population vaccination coverage to desired levels especially in the wake of declining vaccine uptake? To understand this puzzling phenomenon, here we study how social imitation dynamics of vaccination can be impacted by the presence of imperfect vaccine, which confers
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Addressing vaccine compliance problems is of particular relevance and significance to public health. Despite resurgence of vaccine-preventable diseases and public awareness of vaccine importance, why is it so challenging to boost population vaccination coverage to desired levels especially in the wake of declining vaccine uptake? To understand this puzzling phenomenon, here we study how social imitation dynamics of vaccination can be impacted by the presence of imperfect vaccine, which confers
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PRO/EDR> Dengue/DHF update (02): Asia, Pacific, Australia, research
Dengue -- Sri Lanka
- 19 imported cases of dengue (4 cases of DENV-1, 1 case of DENV-2, 7 cases of DENV-4, and 7 cases of dengue serotype unknown) with travel history to Papua New Guinea were reported by Queensland Health (notifiable conditions data) for the period 1 Jan-9 Dec 2018 available at .
Australia
- Overseas acquired cases of dengue notified in Queensland in 2018 year to date
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- 19 imported cases of dengue (4 cases of DENV-1, 1 case of DENV-2, 7 cases of DENV-4, and 7 cases of dengue serotype unknown) with travel history to Papua New Guinea were reported by Queensland Health (notifiable conditions data) for the period 1 Jan-9 Dec 2018 available at .
Australia
- Overseas acquired cases of dengue notified in Queensland in 2018 year to date
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[2] Mosquito repellent plants
Date: Thu 27 Dec 2018
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Friday 11 January 2019
PRO/AH/EDR> Foot & mouth disease - Morocco: (BK) bovine, serotype pending, OIE
Foot and Mouth -- Morocco
Information received on [and dated] 10 Jan 2019 from Dr. Abderrahman El Abrak, [Director of Veterinary Services, National Office of Sanitary Safety of Food Products (ONSSA), Ministry of Agriculture and Maritime Fisheries], Rabat, Morocco
Summary
Report type: Immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 1 Jan 2019
Date of confirmation of the event: 7 Jan 2019
Reason for notification: Recurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 13 Nov 2015
Manifestation of disease:
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Information received on [and dated] 10 Jan 2019 from Dr. Abderrahman El Abrak, [Director of Veterinary Services, National Office of Sanitary Safety of Food Products (ONSSA), Ministry of Agriculture and Maritime Fisheries], Rabat, Morocco
Summary
Report type: Immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 1 Jan 2019
Date of confirmation of the event: 7 Jan 2019
Reason for notification: Recurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 13 Nov 2015
Manifestation of disease:
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