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Map of Senegal and Mauritania highlighting the border area along the Senegal River where the Rift Valley Fever outbreak is centered

Rift Valley Fever in Senegal and Mauritania: A Triple Threat to Health, Livestock, and Economy

The recent Rift Valley Fever (RVF) outbreak in northern Senegal and Mauritania is more than just a public health emergency; it is a triple threat to the region’s health, livestock, and economy. With over 15 confirmed human deaths and numerous infections across Senegal, the urgency is clear. RVF is a mosquito-borne viral zoonosis that primarily […]

WHO : Rift Valley fever

20 December 2024 Key facts Overview Rift Valley fever is a viral zoonosis that primarily affects animals but can also infect humans. Infection can cause severe disease in both animals and humans. The disease results in significant economic losses due to death and abortion among RVF-infected livestock. RVF virus is a member of the Phlebovirus genus. The […]