Bovine brucellosis: epidemiological situation in Brazil and disease control initiatives

Authors

  • Inácio José Clementino Universidade Federal de Campina Grande
  • Sérgio Santos de Azevedo Universidade Federal de Campina Grande

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5433/1679-0359.2016v37n4p2021

Keywords:

Bovine brucellosis, PNCEBT, Epidemiological situation, Eradication.

Abstract

Bovine brucellosis caused by Brucella abortus is present throughout Brazil, whose prevalence distribution shows variations among states and within the productive areas of the states, causing serious losses to cattle production and public health due to risk of transmission to humans. Therefore, since 2001, the National Program for the Control and Eradication of Brucellosis and Tuberculosis (PNCEBT) is being implemented in all Federative Units of Brazil, based on the compulsory vaccination of bovine females, control of animal movement and certification of brucellosis-free herds. This review covers the current epidemiological situation of bovine brucellosis in Brazil, issues related to public health and economic importance, as well as Brazilian initiatives to control the disease.

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Author Biographies

Inácio José Clementino, Universidade Federal de Campina Grande

Discente do Curso de Doutorado do Programa de Pós-Graduação em Medicina Veterinária, Universidade Federal de Campina Grande, UFCG, Patos, PB, Brasil.

Sérgio Santos de Azevedo, Universidade Federal de Campina Grande

Prof., Programa de Pós-Graduação em Medicina Veterinária, UFCG, Patos, PB, Brasil.

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Published

2016-08-30

How to Cite

Clementino, I. J., & Azevedo, S. S. de. (2016). Bovine brucellosis: epidemiological situation in Brazil and disease control initiatives. Semina: Ciências Agrárias, 37(4), 2021–2034. https://doi.org/10.5433/1679-0359.2016v37n4p2021

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