Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc
Stacey Oke, DVM, MSC, is a freelance medical writer based out of Canada. Her areas of interest are nutrition, supplements and osteoarthritis, and she contributes to scientific journals, magazines, and tabloid publications. When not writing, Stacey whiles away her days with her husband and two children.
Articles by Stacey Oke
Leishmaniasis: A Rare, Potentially Emerging Equine Disease
September 23, 2012
The recently identified leishmaniasis case in a Morgan mare is America's first published indigenous case. Read More
Flood of Equine Encephalitis Cases Follow Hurricane Isaac
September 14, 2012
Mosquito-borne diseases in horses increase in wake of Hurricane Isaac. Read More
Equine Veterinary Students Welcome New Learning Tool
September 11, 2012
Veterinary professors in England develop "Anato-Rug" to help students study equine anatomy. Read More
Equine Infectious Anemia Outbreak Hits Western Canada
August 15, 2012
More than 70 horses on 22 premises in Western Canada have tested positive for EIA thus far in 2012. Read More
Equine Tracheal Mucus Associated with Airborne Particulates
July 23, 2012
Athletic horses exposed to airborne particles could experience enough mucus buildup to limit performance. Read More
Study: Modified Surgery for Roaring Treatment Effective
July 20, 2012
Study finds that modified version of laryngoplasty surgery is effective in treating roaring in horses. Read More
Study: Antibiotics Might Protect Horses during Transport
July 19, 2012
Study finds giving antibiotics before long-distance transport could reduce fever and decrease airway bacteria. Read More
Equine Emerging and Surging Diseases: What's on the Horizon?
July 17, 2012
Emerging and re-emerging diseases can devastate equine populations and cost the industry millions of dollars. Read More
Horse-Related Injuries Among Humans Evaluated
July 14, 2012
A recent study revealed a "disproportionately high accident rate" in humans working with and around horses. Read More
Study Shows Omeprazole Prevents Ulcers in Young Racehorses
July 11, 2012
A study confirms omeprazole can prevent gastric ulcer formation in young racehorses. Read More
Benefits of "Tapering" in Athletic Horses Studied
July 02, 2012
Researchers found that recovery periods during conditioning could improve horse training efficacy. Read More
Study Evaluates Exercise During Yearling Sales Preparation
June 30, 2012
Researchers collected information about health problems experienced by young horses being prepped for sale. Read More
The Science Behind Equine Nasal Strips
June 28, 2012
While some studies support the use of equine nasal strips, others have yielded less promising results. Read More
Preserving Feces to Improve <i>C. perfringens</i> Diagnosis
June 19, 2012
Freezing or inhibiting fecal samples from diarrheic horses allows C. perfringens detection for weeks longer. Read More
Similar but Different: Equine Cushing's Disease and EMS
June 01, 2012
Test for the common endocrine disorders Cushing's disease and equine metabolic syndrome and treat accordingly. Read More
Creepy Crawlies, Part 1: Mighty Mosquitoes
June 01, 2012
They might be small, but these flying fiends can spread some deadly diseases. Read More
Study Identifies Causes for Misbehavior in Pony Club Mounts
May 27, 2012
Researchers recently identified risk factors for bad behavior in a population of Pony Club horses. Read More
'War Horse' Helps OEF Members Support Equine Welfare
April 29, 2012
The War Horse Welfare Education Fund will receive $10 from each ticked bought by an OEF member. Read More
'Pinch Grafting' for Equine Lower Limb Wounds (AAEP 2011)
April 12, 2012
Vets can perform pinch grafts easily in the field and as successfully as when using other types of grafting. Read More
A Closer Look at Treating Stifle Disease in Horses
April 11, 2012
Veterinarians treated horse stifle injuries with corticosteroid injections, stem cell approaches, and surgery. Read More
Identifying Genetic Disorders in Equine Embryos
April 09, 2012
According to Hinrichs, the team has achieved success rates greater than 97% in identifying genetic disorders. Read More
Processing High- and Low-Quality Semen in Horses (AAEP 2011)
April 03, 2012
Using cooled-shipped semen to breed mares is a common practice, but not all spermatozoa tolerate cooling well. Read More
Keeping Tabs on Equine Infectious Anemia
April 01, 2012
With neither cure nor vaccine in existence, veterinarians and researchers must supervise EIA closely. Read More
Delayed Suturing for Equine Lower Limb Wounds (AAEP 2011)
March 30, 2012
Delayed wound closure involves suturing wounds four to five days after injury. Read More
Alternative Treatment for "Roaring" in Horses (AAEP 2011)
March 29, 2012
Researchers recently assessed the feasibility of functional electrical stimulation in roarers. Read More
