Northern Bahr el Ghazal Launches Livestock Vaccination Campaign to Combat Anthrax Outbreak

The Northern Bahr el Ghazal state ministry of animal resources has launched a livestock vaccination campaign to combat the spread of anthrax, following reports of animal deaths since the start of the rainy season. The campaign aims to vaccinate cows, goats, and sheep against infectious diseases, particularly anthrax, to prevent further outbreaks and protect the livelihoods of local farmers.

According to the director-general of the state ministry, teams are being deployed across counties to vaccinate livestock against infectious diseases. The campaign is a collaborative effort between the ministry and organizations such as Veterinarians Sans Frontières (VSF) and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), which have provided injectable vaccines to support the initiative.

Anthrax is a serious bacterial disease that primarily affects herbivores like sheep and cattle. It causes skin or lung lesions and is often fatal if left untreated. Vaccination is a crucial step in preventing the spread of anthrax and protecting the health and well-being of livestock.

The director-general of the state ministry has urged the public to take advantage of the free or low-cost vaccination opportunity. Cattle owners are encouraged to bring their animals for vaccination to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.

The reports of animal deaths since the start of the rainy season have prompted the ministry to launch the vaccination campaign. The rainy season is a critical period for livestock, as it increases the risk of disease transmission. The campaign aims to mitigate this risk and ensure the health and well-being of livestock.

Overall, the livestock vaccination campaign is a crucial step in protecting the health and well-being of livestock in Northern Bahr el Ghazal. Cattle owners are urged to take advantage of the free or low-cost vaccination opportunity to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.