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Bovine Tuberculosis (TB) is a contagious disease that primarily affects cattle, but can be transmitted to other animals. APHIS is working cooperatively with producers, states partners and the industry to eradicate this disease from the United States.
The challenges facing USDA’s bovine TB program are significant. We can improve the TB program so that it can meet these challenges — but only with active participation by as many stakeholders as possible. That’s why we’ve scheduled a series of public meetings on TB – we encourage you and anyone else who’s interested to attend. Michigan – Monday, December 8, 2008 Minnesota – Wednesday, December 10, 2008 Texas – Thursday, December 11, 2008 California – Friday, December 12, 2008 Washington, DC – Tuesday, December 16, 2008
More than 1 millions animals are tested each year for bovine TB. There are a number of reasons why an animal is tested for TB.
TB is difficult to diagnose because in the early stages of the disease, clinical signs may not be present. When clinical signs do become apparent in the later stages of the disease.
If you suspect TB in your herd, you should isolate the affected animal immediately and contact your veterinarian for the correct diagnosis. To contact the Area Veterinarian in Charge for your State, please click here.
Biosecurity is the key to keeping your animals healthy and TB-free.
Please submit your written comments about the current challenges and new approaches for future TB control and eradication to TB.Comments@aphis.usda.gov. Last Modified: December 4, 2008 |
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