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Scientists find way of predicting Rift Valley Fever

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    A team of international scientists has discovered a way of using climate data to predict outbreaks of the mosquito-borne disease, Rift Valley Fever, the BBC reported on Friday. Severe outbreaks occur about every five years, affecting both livestock and people. Epidemics are most common after heavy rains, when the mosquitoes breed rapidly. The BBC quoted the researchers as saying they believed they could predict outbreaks three months in advance using satellite imagery. This would allow time for preventive measures to be taken.

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