EPIDEMIOLOGY OF TRICHINELLOSIS IN GEORGIA

Abstract

            Trichinellosis was intensively spread in the country in the first years of the 21st century, and since 2007 it has been found in the form of single cases, which was due to the spread of swine fever both in the world and in the country and the reduction of the pig population in the country. The increase in cases from 2023 was caused by the breeding of these animals again and the increase in the pig population. The highest rate of incidence in Kakheti is due to the nutritional characteristics of this region. Cases of trichinellosis are registered mainly in winter. Since the majority of cases are caused by pork, this period of time coincides with the traditional time of pig slaughter. There are almost no cases of trichinellosis in persons under 15 years of age. To reduce the rate of trichinellosis, it is important to observe both veterinary and sanitary-hygienic rules and raise the awareness of medical personnel and the population.