Rift Valley Fever
The Rift Valley fever (RVF) virus was first identified in 1931 in Kenya. Affecting sheep, goats and cattle, humans can also become infected with the virus by coming into contact with infected animals, or being bitten by infected mosquitoes or blood-feeding flies. RVF is more common in areas with high rainfall and a dense mosquito population.
The disease moves quickly and has a high mortality rate in young animals. There is no specific treatment for RVF, but a vaccine is available.
