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| Last Modified: Fri, 01 Apr 2016 15:47:06 IST | |
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| Disease name | Swine Influenza |
| Species affected | Swine |
| Definition | Swine influenza is a highly contagious viral infection of pigs. Swine influenza virus (SIV) infections cause respiratory disease characterised by coughing, sneezing, nasal discharge, elevated rectal temperatures, lethargy, breathing difficulty, and depressed appetite. In some instances, SIV infections are associated with reproductive disorders such as abortion |
| Status in Ireland | |
| Date of Last known case of disease in Ireland | |
| DAFM Division Responsible | Animal Health/Veterinary Medicines/ Non ruminant animal health |
| Contact | Michael Sheahan SSVI |
| Legislation | |
| Link to relevant external website | |
| OIE Link | http://www.oie.int/fileadmin/Home/eng/Health_standards/tahm/2.08.08_SWINE_INFLUENZA.pdf |
| Publications |