Recent reports indicate a decrease in infections and new outbreaks of livestock pox in the Eastern Macedonia and Thrace region of Greece. Veterinarian Nikos Fotinias expressed hope that the cold temperatures would weaken the virus. He highlighted the need for vigilance as warmer months approach and discussed the recent hiring of veterinarians. Additionally, only 30% of compensation claims have been paid in the region, with delays primarily due to staffing shortages in the Rodopi area, impacting the processing of necessary paperwork for compensation.