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Observations on the epidemiology of malignant catarrhal fever

Authors: Blunt MH, Harris RE, Christiansen KH
Publication: New Zealand Veterinary Journal, Volume 26, Issue 4, pp 86-87, Apr 1978
Publisher: Taylor and Francis

Animal type: Cattle, Livestock, Production animal, Ruminant
Subject Terms: Alimentary system/gastroenterology, Biosecurity, Epidemiology, Notifiable organisms/exotic disease, Viral, Syndrome, Disease/defect, Infectious disease, Mortality/morbidity
Article class: Scientific Article

Abstract: Geographical differences in the reported incidence of MCF in New Zealand are related to sheep/cattle and beef/dairy cattle ratios in the area. Apparent differences in age susceptibility may be due to differential reporting, but this point needs experimental clarification. The seasonal pattern suggests an increased risk during the periand post-lambing periods.

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