WEBINAR | Brucellosis and TB - the importance of zoonoses in dairy

By Food Focus on 07 April 2021

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Zoonoses (transmission of disease or infection from animals to humans) is a reality and not a myth.

Brucellosis and Tuberculosis (TB) is widespread across South Africa and poses a real risk to animals and humans. Therefore it needs our attention!

The purpose of this presentation is to bring more clarity on definitions, how the diseases are contracted, symptoms and actions to be taken when tested positive.

To round off, the presentation will also include the control of diseases and preventative measures, as prevention is always better than cure!

 

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Download Brucellosis & Tuberculosis_DSA_14Apr2021.pdf

Our speaker is 
Dr Alicia Cloete

Dr Alicia Cloete is a State Veterinarian at the National Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development
Directorate: Animal Health
Sub-Directorate: Disease control

 Qualified as a veterinarian in 2011. Worked in small animal practice in 2012-2013 and has been employed within the Directorate Animal Health (Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development) since 2014. Involved in Policy development, specifically pertaining to zoonotic diseases (brucellosis, tuberculosis, rabies, BSE). Responsible for One Health liaison with the Department of Health and all relevant stakeholders through MNORT, national One Health Forum and other relevant platforms.

 

Join us for an informative presentation where she deals with these hazards and the practical solutions for managing them.