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PRO/AH/EDR> Foot & mouth disease – Uganda: (QM) bovine, suspected, vaccination RFI

Foot and Mouth -- UgandaThe district veterinary officer for Kumi, Dr Michael Okwalinga, wants a thorough investigation of the vaccine supplied by government to vaccinate cattle on Tisai Island, Ongino sub-county in the district 2 months ago [April 2017].This comes after the vaccinated animals tested positive for the deadly foot and mouth disease virus.Dr Okwalinga said his visit to the island a week ago [week of 11-17 Jun 2017], confirmed that the vaccinated animals were the ones which had contracted Read more [...]