Emerging Infectious Diseases (Oct 2024)

Rift Valley Fever Epizootic, Rwanda, 2022

  • Eric Remera,
  • Edson Rwagasore,
  • Olivier Nsekuye,
  • Muhammed Semakula,
  • Misbah Gashegu,
  • Robert Rutayisire,
  • Leandre Ishema,
  • Clarisse Musanabaganwa,
  • Yvan Butera,
  • Sabin Nsanzimana,
  • Claude M. Muvunyi,
  • Ayman Ahmed

DOI
https://doi.org/10.3201/eid3010.240264
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 30, no. 10
pp. 2191 – 2193

Abstract

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A Rift Valley fever epizootic affected livestock in Rwanda during March–October 2022. We confirmed 3,112 infections with the virus, including 1,342 cases, 1,254 abortions, and 516 deaths among cattle, goats, and sheep. We recommend a One Health strategy for investigations and response to protect animal and human health.

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