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The National Veterinary and Plant Protection Authority has announced that the first case of Peste de petits ruminants (PPR) has been confirmed in our country.
The case was identified on a goat breeding farm in the village of Postribë, in Shkodër.
According to the announcement, samples taken by the Veterinary Service were analyzed by the Food Safety and Veterinary Institute, which confirmed the presence of the virus.
"The case was identified on a goat breeding farm in the Postribë administrative unit, Shkodër district. Samples taken in the field by the Veterinary Service were analyzed by the reference laboratory of the Food Safety and Veterinary Institute, which confirmed the presence of the PPR virus.
After confirming the case, all measures provided for in the relevant legislation and in the National Contingency Plan for PPR were immediately taken, with the aim of controlling, isolating and effectively managing the situation on the ground.
We call on all farmers and breeders of small animals (sheep and goats) to implement preventive measures and limit the movement of animals inside and outside the farms. In any case of suspicious symptoms, such as high fever, runny nose, eye inflammation, decreased appetite, diarrhea or sudden death, the relevant Regional Veterinary Service should be immediately notified or the toll-free number should be contacted: 0800 3366", the official announcement states.
Peste des petits ruminants is not a zoonotic disease, meaning it is not transmitted to humans and does not pose any risk to public health.
The National Veterinary and Plant Protection Authority, in cooperation with the relevant structures, will continue to monitor the situation seriously and will continuously inform the public of any developments.
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