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"Cyprus Approves Human COVID-19 Meds for Feline Virus Mutation"

Cyprus has allowed its stock of human coronavirus medication to be used on cats to combat a local mutation of a feline virus that has killed thousands of animals on the island. The medication, called Lagevrio, is available in pill form for cat owners at a cost of 2.5 euros per pill. The feline virus, known as FIP, is not related to COVID-19 and cannot be transmitted to humans. The medication has shown promising results in treating FIP, with approximately 85% of cases being nursed back to health. Measures have also been implemented to prevent the export of the mutation through mandatory medical check-ups for cats being adopted abroad.

via The Associated Press|

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animal-health2 years ago•2 min saved

"Debunking the Cat Virus Panic: Veterinary Leader Reveals Lower Mortality Rates in Cyprus"

The head of the Cyprus veterinarians association has dismissed claims that a local mutation of a feline virus has killed as many as 300,000 cats on the island, stating that the numbers are greatly exaggerated. According to a survey conducted by the association, only about 8,000 deaths have been reported. The director explained that while the local mutation of the feline coronavirus causing Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) is usually lethal if untreated, medication can successfully treat approximately 85% of cases. The virus and its mutation cannot be transmitted to humans, and measures have been taken to prevent its export.

via ABC News|

#animal-health #cyprus #exaggerated-claims