VOICED: Major foot-and-mouth outbreak in Egypt thr

Sammy Abdel Galil, a farmer in northern Egypt, faces an economic crisis as his cattle contract foot and mouth disease. With no vaccines available for the new virus strain, the outbreak has killed over 9,000 animals and infected nearly 100,000. The disease spreads rapidly due to inadequate biosecurity measures, threatening the region. Farmers are advised to limit animal movement and dispose of carcasses properly, but the damage is already severe.

What was the primary reason for Sammy Abdel Galil's economic difficulties?

• The death of his brother

• The outbreak of foot and mouth disease

• A loan he took out for the farm

• A drought affecting his crops

How many animals have died in Egypt due to the foot and mouth disease outbreak?

• Over 1,000

• Over 15,000

• Over 9,000

• Over 5,000

Why is there no vaccine available for the current foot and mouth disease outbreak in Egypt?

• The virus strain is new

• Vaccines are too expensive

• The government banned vaccines

• Farmers refused to use vaccines

What is one of the recommended actions for farmers to control the spread of the disease?

• Limit animal movement

• Sell infected animals

• Use chemical pesticides

• Increase animal movement

What is a major challenge in controlling the spread of foot and mouth disease in the region?

• Shortage of farm labor

• High cost of animal feed

• Inadequate biosecurity measures

• Lack of veterinary services