Animal health in Valais –
Faced with the risk of nodular dermatosis, 2000 cattle must be vaccinated
After Geneva and Vaud, Valais strengthens its measures against this virus. The regions of Champéry, Finhaut and Ferret are particularly concerned.
Contagious nodular dermatosis, also called DNC or “Lumsy Skin Disease”, is mainly transmitted by insect bites.
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While the vaccination campaign against nodular dermatosis started in the cantons of Geneva and Vaud Tuesday, we learn this Friday that Valais also strengthens its health protection measures in front of this virus bovin Highly contagious, detected in mid-July in neighboring France.
“In order to contain the spread of the virus, the Federal Office for Food Safety and Veterinary Affairs (OSAV) makes compulsory vaccination of all cattle, buffaloes and bison present in the Valais regions of Champéry, Finhaut and Ferret, more than 2000 animals,” details the canton of Valais in a press release.
And the authorities to specify: “This measure aims to establish an effective immune barrier around homes detected in France. Vaccination is to date the most effective strategy to stop the disease. ”
Costs linked to vaccination covered by the authorities
As we explained last week, the vaccines used are not allowed in Switzerland. However, the OSV has issued a general decision for the importation and use of these vaccines. “The experiences made so far show that they are well tolerated. Vaccination costs are fully covered by the veterinary authorities, ”noted the press release.
In the regions of Champéry, Finhaut and Ferret, any movement of cattle will also be prohibited. “Only exceptions are possible under strict condition. The markets, fairs and cattle exhibitions are also prohibited, ”informs the authorities.
In Valais, animal holders called for vigilance
Animal holders are also called to vigilance: “They must protect their animals as well as possible against insect bites and immediately report any suspicious symptoms to the delegate veterinarian.”
Contagious nodular dermatosis, Also called DNC or “Lumpy Skin Disease”is mainly transmitted by insect bites. “It causes strong fevers, skin lesions, a drop in dairy production and serious damage to animal welfare, causing significant economic losses,” describes the canton. On the other hand, the disease is not transmitted to humans and the consumption of meat or milk from vaccinated or infected animals has no danger to human health.
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