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BEITBRIDGE \u2013 The Department of Veterinary Services has intensified efforts to contain a Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) outbreak in Beitbridge District, where 42,944 animals had been vaccinated by Monday evening amid growing concerns over the spread of the highly contagious disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
District Veterinary Services head Dr. Rutendo Mwaramba revealed during a full council meeting that the disease, first detected in Beitbridge West constituency, has now become concentrated in Beitbridge East constituency, prompting stringent control measures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“As of the end of last week we had received 400 cases and we continue to get the reports daily,” Dr. Mwaramba told stakeholders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“So what we have done is to quarantine animals in the affected areas including cattle, goats, pigs and sheep.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The veterinary department has imposed strict movement controls on livestock, restricting animal transfers from infected areas to disease-free zones. Authorities have also enhanced surveillance, with veterinary officers conducting regular inspections and testing to detect any signs of the disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Dr. Mwaramba detailed the vaccination progress:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“As of close of business on 29 September we had vaccinated 42,944 animals and we expect to have another round after 28 days.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The comprehensive vaccination campaign targets cattle, goats, and pigs in affected areas, while public awareness campaigns educate farmers on FMD control and prevention measures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Common symptoms of FMD include fluid-filled blisters on feet, mouth, tongue and lips; lameness; excessive salivation; decreased appetite; and fever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The disease can lead to reduced productivity, weight loss, and secondary infections when blisters rupture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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