New Q Fever video about small ruminants in Spain

The European Q Fever Committee presents a new video interview with Ángel Gómez Martín, researcher and Committee member, focused on Q fever in sheep and goats in Spain.

In this interview, Ángel shares key findings from his research on Coxiella burnetii, including the respiratory tropism of the pathogen, its impact on the microbiota during outbreaks, and the long-term benefits of herd-wide vaccination in small ruminants.

Ángel Gómez Martín also discusses the economic impact of goat abortions, the importance of protective measures for veterinarians and technicians, and the challenges of maintaining vaccination continuity to prevent outbreak recurrence.

Watch the full interview to discover how research and field experience are shaping Q fever prevention and control in Spain.