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Ep 164 Rift Valley Fever: Ruminating on ruminants

This Podcast Will Kill You

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Understanding Rift Valley Fever Outbreaks

This chapter explores the troubling trends in Rift Valley fever, detailing the gap between reported cases and likely infections, as well as the case fatality rates seen in recent outbreaks in places like Mauritania. It also examines the role of environmental factors in virulence, the current vaccination options available for livestock, and the urgent need for research into effective vaccines for both animals and humans.

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