Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Rift Valley fever seroprevalence in ruminants in Dhobley town, Lower Juba region, Somalia, in 2021.
- Journal:
- Epidemiology and infection
- Year:
- 2025
- Authors:
- Hassan-Kadle, Ahmed A et al.
- Affiliation:
- https://ror.org/0419b0d30Abrar University
Abstract
This study assesses the seroprevalence of Rift Valley fever (RVF) in ruminants in Dhobley, Somalia, following a 2021 outbreak in Kenya. Among 142 ruminants sampled, 4.9% were seropositive for RVF virus (RVFV) antibody, with IgM antibodies (1.4%) indicating recent exposure, though no cases were RT-PCR-positive. Unregulated livestock movement and limited surveillance pose significant risks for future outbreaks, underscoring the need for enhanced surveillance systems and One Health strategies.
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