First Case of Foot-and-Mouth Disease in Free Areas

The first case of foot-and-mouth disease has been detected in a cattle farm in Livadia. The Veterinary Services have informed those involved and will proceed with the necessary culling of animals, in accordance with the management protocol. The area has been quarantined within a three-kilometer radius, with a ban on the movement of livestock and livestock products without permission. The Veterinary Services assure the public that there is no cause for concern, as the disease does not affect human health. Therefore, there is no reason to avoid consuming livestock products. This is the first time the disease has been detected in the free areas, and authorities are taking the necessary measures to limit its spread. The culling of animals is part of the measures to prevent and limit the spread of the disease, as provided by law. The quarantine of the area and the ban on movement are aimed at preventing the further spread of the virus to other livestock farms. The Veterinary Services are closely monitoring the situation and will continue to inform the public of any developments. The assurance that the disease does not pose a risk to human health aims to avoid panic and ensure the smooth functioning of the livestock products market.