Bluetongue disease confirmed in all 12 Dutch provinces, affecting 1,722 sheep and cattle.
Bluetongue disease, confirmed in all 12 Dutch provinces, primarily affects sheep and cattle and has reached 1,722 infections. The virus, spread by midges, causes symptoms like a blue tongue and mouth inflammations; some animals may recover, but others can die from complications. The outbreak started in September 2023 and previously, Flevoland was the only province without reported cases.
August 05, 2024
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