LABUAN: The Health Ministry has assured consumers that the discovery of the African Swine Fever (ASF) virus in Sarawak has not reached an alarming stage and poses no danger to humans. “There is nothing to fear about… the African Swine Fever virus, as it is zoonotic, which means it does not infect humans,” said Health Minister Datuk Seri Dzulkefly Ahmad. He said his ministry is working closely with the Department of Veterinary Services Sarawak (DVSS) to prevent the possible spread of the virus. He added that the Veterinary Services Department is advising consumers to refrain from buying pork-based products for the time being; and for farmers to stop the practice of swill feeding. Sarawak subsequently enforced a ban on all pork and pork-based products from countries affected by the AFS, which include China, Vietnam and Russia.

Source: New Strait Times November 04, 2019 10:18 UTC