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Patients treated for Zika in Northern Ireland
Aedes mosquito
Zika virus is spread mostly by the bite of an infected Aedes mosquito.
Risk to the public ‘very low’

A handful of people living in Northern Ireland have been treated for Zika virus.

According to the Public Health Agency, up to five people have been confirmed with the disease since 2015.

It is thought that all those infected had a history of travel to Zika infected areas.

Spread mostly by the bite of an infected Aedes mosquito, Zika often occurs without symptoms but it can cause a mild, flu-like illness.

In February, the virus was declared a global public health emergency after the World Health Organisation found that it was linked to birth defects.

In a statement, a spokesperson for the Public Health Agency said there is no specific treatment for Zika virus disease other than supportive measures, such as hydration.

“There is no change to the current Zika risk assessment, in that the risk to the public in Northern Ireland is very low,” they add. 

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RUMA CA&E extends survey deadline

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 RUMA CA&E has extended the deadline for its online survey into vaccine availability.

Vets, SQPs, retailers and wholesalers will now have until Friday, 26 September at 5pm to submit their response.

The survey aims to further understanding into the vaccine supply challenges faced by the sector. It will also consider the short and long term impacts of disruption issues.

Insights are anonymous, and will be shared with industry stakeholders and government bodies.

The survey can be accessed here

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Dechra launches checklist for veterinary sustainability

Global animal health specialist Dechra has announced the world's first Veterinary Green Theatre Checklist (VGTC) to help make surgery more sustainable.

Endorsed by leading veterinary organisations, including the BEVA, BVNA and RCVS Knowledge, the checklist is designed to reduce the environmental footprint of veterinary care, while supporting better animal health outcomes.

The checklist was launched at the World Congress of Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia in Paris and will be followed by an internal training and awareness campaign. For more information, visit dechra.com