[Sheep scab: control and problems in South Africa (author's transl)].
This is a summary compiled on a regional basis from reports of officials of the Division of Veterinary Services in respect of sheep scab outbreaks occurring between 1967 and 1976. Possible sources of infection responsible for outbreaks occurring between 1940 and 1966 are discussed. Action to be taken where the disease is suspected, and control measures in terms of the Animal Diseases and Parasites Act (13/1956) when the disease has been confirmed, are dealt with. Possible causes for the continuing spread of the disease and dipping problems are discussed. Recommendations for the future control and eradication of sheep scab in the Republic of South Africa are put forward.
D000818:Animals; D003976:Diazinon / Q000627:therapeutic use; D012532:Scabies / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000662:veterinary*; D012756:Sheep; D012757:Sheep Diseases / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000517:prevention & control*; D013019:South Africa
D003976:Diazinon
Skaapbrandsiekte-beheer en enkele probleme.