13/09/2025
📢 IGAD STVS Community Outreach
On 13 September, the Year 3 Veterinary students led by Dr. Abdullahi Mohamed Nur conducted a field tour in Votka village, Sheikh District to support sheep and goat herding families.
The visit followed a community complaint about a disease causing several goat deaths. The team diagnosed the illness as Contagious Caprine Pleuropneumonia (CCPP) and immediately began treatment using Intercheme Tylosin Macrolan 200 (Holland) at the recommended dosage.
In addition, herders were trained on how to estimate animal body weight with a tape measure, ensuring accurate dosing instead of relying on eye estimation.
đź’ˇ This outreach highlights the role of veterinary education in solving real community challenges and promoting animal health.