Mad Cow Disease Case Found in Scotland

A case of atypical bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE), commonly known as mad cow disease, has been confirmed on a farm in Dumfries and Galloway, prompting movement restrictions on cattle at the premises. The Scottish Government has assured that this isolated case poses no risk to public health, as the infected animal did not enter the human food chain. Agriculture Minister Jim Fairlie emphasized the effectiveness of Scotland's surveillance system in quickly identifying the case, which was discovered during routine checks. Investigations are ongoing to determine the disease's origin, and authorities have implemented stringent control measures. Chief Veterinary Officer Sheila Voas reassured the public that atypical BSE is not transmissible and is not linked to contaminated feed. Food Standards Scotland has confirmed that there is no risk to human health as a result of this incident.