Publications by authors named "Relebohile Juliet Lepheana"
Spatial Patterns of Anthrax Outbreaks and Cases among Livestock in Lesotho, 2005-2016.
Int J Environ Res Public Health
October 2020
Article Synopsis
- The study focuses on the geographic distribution of anthrax outbreaks in Lesotho from 2005 to 2016, highlighting significant public health and economic concerns in the region.
- It reveals that a total of 38 outbreaks were primarily concentrated in the Lowlands, particularly in the Maseru district, which accounted for over half of the cases.
- The findings indicate that specific villages show a higher risk for anthrax, emphasizing the need for targeted public health interventions in these areas.
Background: Although anthrax is endemic in Lesotho, limited information is available on the patterns of the disease among livestock animals. This study investigated temporal patterns of anthrax outbreaks and cases among livestock animals in Lesotho.
Methods: Secondary data of anthrax outbreaks reported to the Department of Livestock Services between January 2005 and December 2016 was used for this study.