Ann Catherine V. Umandal

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4 Articles

Veterinary Services Specialist, National Foot and Mouth Disease Task Force, Animal Health Division, Bureau of Animal Industry

Ann Catherine V. Umandal 4 Articles

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Progressive Zoning Approach in the Final Phase of FMD Control and Eradication in the Philippines (1/2)

R.G. Morales

A.C. Umandal

The recognition of Mindanao and Visayas-Palawan-Masbate by OIE as FMD free zones without vaccination were two of the most significant achievements by the National FMD Control and Eradication Project.

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Progressive Zoning Approach in the Final Phase of FMD Control and Eradication in the Philippines (2/2)

R.G. Morales

A.C. Umandal

As a result of dedicated implementation of guidelines for the progressive zoning approach, the zero case scenarios was sustained to date, with continuous complementation of stricter animal movement management and sustained cooperation of all concerned stake holders. Luzon at present is virtually divided into three zones.

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Eradication of FMD in the Philippines (I)

R.G. Morales

A.C. Umandal

J.G. Magcalas

The FMD Eradication Project in the Philippines has formally ended but activities have been sustained even after obtaining FMD-freedom in Luzon having no clinical cases for 5 years with the last outbreak recorded in December 28, 2005.