Buffalopox Disease in Livestock and Milkers, India

Abstract

Buffalopox outbreaks caused by vaccinia virus were observed in villages of Tamil Nadu, India, among lactating buffaloes and cows. Milkers also had lesions on their fingers. Because vaccinia virus is known to have extended its host range in Brazil, we recommend continuous surveillance to understand cross-species transmission and to curtail disease effects.

Keywords

• buffalopox
• viruses
• zoonoses
• India