Bovine babesiosis - disease monograph series - 14

Bovine babesiosis is a tick-borne disease predominantly observed in adult cattle. Without treatment, mortality rates are very high (30% for Babesia bigemina, 70-80% for B. bovis). Tick control, together with drug treatment, are the most widely used strategies in controlling bovine babesiosis in Asia and Africa. Vaccine use is limited due to the complex and risky production process involving live animals, the requirement for a strict cold chain and the need for close veterinary or specialized supervision during administration. The paper presents detailed information on the incidence, prevalence and etiology of the disease, as well as current vaccination possibilities.Bill & Melinda Gates FoundationGlobal Affairs Canad