Bluetongue virus reaches Sweden, Norway amid a surge of outbreaks

After spreading rapidly across central Europe over the last few months, several cases of bluetongue virus (BTV) have been reported in Sweden and Norway, the first instances that far north in over a decade.

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The disease is non-contagious, so it cannot be spread by direct or indirect contact between animals. It can cause high mortality rates, abortions and reduced milk and wool production in infected animals. [Shutterstock/Leitenberger Photography]

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Updated: 01-10-2024

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