Data from IPSA, cited by Pastran Report Bulletin, revealed that to date, 22,535 cases of the pest have been reported in various species, including cattle, pigs, horses, dogs, and birds.

The greatest impact is found in cattle herds, with 15,505 affected animals, followed by 3,394 pigs and 1,179 horses, among others.

However, the problem transcends the livestock sector, as 174 cases have also been reported in humans, highlighting the urgency of control and prevention measures.

The department of Managua leads the list of human cases with 67, followed by Masaya and Chinandega.

In terms of livestock, Rio San Juan is the hardest hit area, with 3,549 reports, followed by the Caribe Sur, Rivas and Managua.

To contain the spread of the parasite, the IPSA is developing an intensive actions that include visits to more than 122,000 farms and 13,000 homes throughout the country, with special emphasis on the departments with the highest livestock density.

Authorities emphasize that epidemiological surveillance and rapid field response are key to addressing this health challenge, which threatens both agricultural production and the health of the population.

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