Aphthovirus Explained: The Virus Behind Foot-and-Mouth Disease

October 30, 2024

Introduction: Aphthovirus is a genus of viruses belonging to the family Picornaviridae, known for its significant impact on animal health and global livestock industries. These viruses are the causative agents of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD), a highly contagious and economically devastating viral illness affecting cloven-hoofed animals such as cattle, pigs, sheep, and goats. Aphthoviruses are characterized…
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