Texas urges vigilance amid reports of FMD outbreaks abroad

The Texas Animal Health Commission reminds Texas producers, marketers and veterinarians that maintaining a Foot and Mouth Disease-free U.S.A. requires constant awareness and vigilance. Anyone involved with livestock needs to recognize the general signs of FMD and how to report suspicious symptoms. FMD is not contagious to people, but the viral disease that affects cattle, hogs and other cloven hoofed animals is characterized by the presence of vesicles in the mouth, or on the muzzle, teats and feet. The FMD virus can accidently be carried on people’s clothing, footwear and vehicles from one farm location to another. Read more…