Moredun Sheep Scab Biobank
27 April 2026
Sheep scab is endemic in the UK and is estimated to infest 10-20% flocks nationally each year. It has severe impacts on both production and animal welfare. Infested sheep suffer from pruritus (itching), which can lead to dehydration, emaciation, secondary bacterial infections, and in severe cases can result in seizures and mortality. The disease is highly infectious and spread through direct contact or through fomites.
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