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| Last Modified: Fri, 04 Nov 2016 10:26:45 GMT | |
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| Disease name | Peste des petits ruminants |
| Species affected | Ovine |
| Definition | Peste des petits ruminant (PPR) is a highly contagious viral disease of sheep and goats, and infection has been noted in antelope, camels and water buffalo. Infection is characterised by fever, sores in the mouth, diarrhoea, pneumonia and sudden death. Outbreaks result in morbidity and mortality rates of 80-100%. PPR is not considered a public health risk. |
| Status in Ireland | Official OIE Free Status |
| Date of Last known case of disease in Ireland | Never reported |
| DAFM Division Responsible | NDCC & Border Inspection Posts |
| Contact | Sally Gaynor SSVI |
| Legislation | http://www.irishstatutebook.ie/eli/2016/si/130 |
| Link to relevant external website | |
| OIE Link | http://www.oie.int/fileadmin/home/eng/media_center/docs/pdf/disease_cards/ppr-en.pdf |
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