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variety of basic information on FMD and the outbreak in
Europe.
Producer Caution Critical
According to USDA, FMD is not considered a human
health . isk but humans can carry the virus on their clothing,
shoes, body (particularly the throat and nasal passages),
and personal items. The disease is extremely contagious and
spreads easily among cloven-hoofed animals such as cattle,
sheep, pigs, goats, and deer.
Lautner urges producers to help prevent the spread of
FMD. “Observe the biosecurity measures recommended by
USDA, which are posted on the NPPC Website, if traveling
to countries with FMD or hosting visitors from FMD
infected areas,” she said. “Contact with U.S. livestock or
wildlife should be strictly avoided for five days after visiting
areas with FMD. Traveling clothes should be cleaned prop
erly. Wear other clothing for contact with livestock.”
During this outbreak, the NPPC Swine Health Commit
tee and pork producer representatives are in regular contact
with APHIS regarding protective measures in place to pro
tect U.S. herds and information needed by producers.
Producers are urged to continue to report any unusual or
suspicious signs of disease to their veterinarian or state or
federal animal health official.
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