Seven outbreaks of suspected botulism in sheep in the UK.

Authors :: van der Burgt, G. M.
Mitchell, E. S. E.
Otter, A.
Whitaker, K. A.
Hogg, R.
Source :: Veterinary Record: Journal of the British Veterinary Association; 7/7/2007, Vol. 161 Issue 1, p28-30, 2p, 2 Color Photographs, 1 Chart
Publication Year :: 2007
Abstract: The article focuses on an investigation regarding the reported seven outbreaks of suspected botulism in sheep in Great Britain. It covers the reported outbreaks of botulism in England and Wales for the period of 1999 and 2006, which occurred after two days of exposure to poultry litter. Moreover, the article presents a chart that depicts figures mortality and morbidity, clinical signs and symptoms observed, and association with poultry litter.