Rift Valley Fever: In Depth

Rift Valley fever (RVF) is a viral disease of ruminants that can be spread to people and other animals including cats and dogs. The virus is transmitted by insect vectors (e.g., infected mosquitoes) or by contact with the blood or body fluids of infected animals, reproductive materials. A current outbreak, which began in December 2006, has resulted in substantial numbers of human and animal cases and deaths in Kenya, Somalia and the United Republic of Tanzania. As of May 18, 2007, over 1000 human cases and 300 deaths have been reported, as well as illness and deaths in affected animals. Control efforts have included public education on disease prevention measures, animal quarantines and transport restrictions and bans on the slaughter of livestock.

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