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Rift Valley Fever vaccination for livestock
Farmers are advised to vaccinate their cattle, sheep, and goats annually or at least once during weaning to maintain herd immunity against Rift Valley Fever. Live vaccines may only be used on non-pregnant animals; inactivated vaccines must be used for pregnant animals. A clean needle must be used for each animal to prevent transmission.
All livestock farmers in South Africa are advised to vaccinate all their cattle, sheep and goats yearly or at least once during weaning.
Places
Free State
Reference
https://www.sanews.gov.za/south-africa/rift-valley-fever-confirmed-free-state
Reporting suspected Rift Valley Fever cases
If farmers suspect Rift Valley Fever in their livestock, they must report it immediately to the nearest State Veterinarian. This is critical to prevent further spread of the disease, especially since the virus can be transmitted via blood and body fluids.
Suspicion of the disease must be immediately reported to the nearest State Veterinarian.
