ISSN : 2663-2187

A Qualitative Investigation on Gender-Based Obstacles to Livestock Vaccine Adoption and its Impact on the Control of Rift Valley Fever

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Dr. Surendra Reddy Vinta, Dr. Soumya V Menon, Manish Chaudhary, Dr. Anand Mohan Jha, Dr. Esha Rami, Mustafa Jawad Kadham
ยป doi: 10.33472/AFJBS.6.3.2024.13-22

Abstract

A transboundary zoonotic viral illness endemic to Africa, Rift Valley Fever (RVF) was brought to the attention of the world in 2016 due to reports of human mortality and animal miscarriages caused by the disease. The worldwide extent and possible repercussions of this viral danger are highlighted by the World Health Organization (WHO), which has reported instances not in Africa but also in China (2016) and France (2019). To provide vital facts on RVF in this position along with insights those are important for disaster planning in light of its possible spread. Address the Indian context, recognizing the need to maintain a global perspective and the need for increased awareness and readiness. Gender-based barriers to the uptake of livestock vaccines and their consequences for RVF management are the main topics of a qualitative study that is presented. Effective disease control techniques depend critically on an understanding of the sociocultural elements influencing vaccination acceptance. With this study, nations bordering impacted areas will be better prepared to take preventative action by gaining essential information. This paper strengthens awareness of the issues raised by RVF and highlights the significance of international collaboration in the fight against emerging infectious diseases by taking into the viewpoint of India and addressing barriers to vaccine use based on gender

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