TUBERCULOSIS: A CASE SCENARIO IN ABATTOIR.

GATOR VET.

Gator showed up in a residential area causing panic ,but was napped before any harm could be done.The gator was taken to a zoo to keep our environment free.

CATTLE HIDE .

This is actually a delicacy in certain parts of the world.This could be a public health risk if the hide is diseased,as the processing method might taint the look. rs. These set of pictures shows processed hide confiscated when observed to be unfit for human consumption. Check it before you buy it!!! examine before you consume!!!

BIRD WATCH.

MEATY LIVER IN CATTLE.

TUBERCULOSIS IN CATTLE.

PESTS (RATS) AND FOOD SAFETY.

The role of pests in transmission of diseases cannot be overemphasized and thus steps must be taken to prevent entry of such pests in the food industry.

The major pest to contend with in the food industry is rat.Rats cause sever economic losses along side transmission of diseases.Rats in the food industry can be excluded by blocking any cracks/openings in the building.Food can be stored in crates in stores away from rats. 

Rat baits can be used outside the food holding area while traps can be used in the food processing/packaging area. 

 Hazard of rats in the food industry: 1) fecal contamination of food. 2) urine contamination of food products. 3) food waste due to consumption by rats. 

 Rat urine has been linked to Lassa fever,thus contamination of food with urine is a risk to man.The infection in man manifests with fever,muscular pain,generalized weakness.

Vomiting and diarrhea are also observed in affected patients.