Publications by authors named "Manuelle Miller"
In French Guiana, the sero- and viro-prevalence of Bluetongue virus (BTV) is high but the circulating serotypes remain unknown. No data are available regarding the prevalence of Epizootic hemorrhagic disease (EHD). This study was conducted to assess the prevalence and to identify the circulating serotypes of these two Orbiviruses in this region (BTV and EHDV).
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- From 1984 to 2011, 14 animal rabies cases and 1 human case were reported in French Guiana, with a significant increase in vampire-bat attacks in January 2011.
- A medical team addressed potential rabies exposure and implemented a vaccination campaign for dogs after 20 individuals were bitten by bats, primarily on their feet.
- Management challenges arose due to the isolation of the villages and a lack of awareness about rabies, highlighting the need for regular educational programs on rabies prevention.