Foot-and-Mouth Disease Detected in Gobi-Altai Province – Quarantine Imposed
A STEP alert published October 21, 2021, indicated that a measles outbreak had recently been reported in Gobi-Altai Province. The outbreak is actually of foot-and-mouth disease, a contagious viral disease in livestock. Localized lockdown restrictions have reportedly been implemented until December 31, 2021, and American citizens are encouraged to monitor local media and government announcements for updates.
