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An outbreak of brucellosis in humans has been reported from Rila, a town in the district of Kyustendil in the far west of Bulgaria. The regional health inspectorate has reported 11 confirmed cases among residents of Rila. The cases are all receiving treatment for the condition; age range of cases, 36-77 years.
A meeting is to take place in Rila to raise awareness of the outbreak in the community, including infection transmission and the measures being taken to deal with the situation.
The investigation into the outbreak has identified brucellosis among goats in three separate agricultural sites in the town of Rila. Laboratory tests confirmed the disease among 15 goats. The animals are being kept in barns and a ban has been placed on the consumption of milk and dairy products, as well as other animal products.
(Via Focus News and Focus News accessed 03/08/15)
The disease is reported, although uncommonly in travellers. Travellers should avoid consuming unpasteurised milk and milk products, including cheese, ice cream and butter.
Those who may have animal contact during travel (occupational or during voluntary work) should wear protective clothing, gloves and wash well after possible exposure e.g. after assisting with animal births.
