Erica Larson, News Editor
Erica Larson, News Editor, holds a degree in Journalism with an external specialty in Equine Science from Michigan State University in East Lansing, Mich. A Massachusetts native, she grew up in the saddle and hs dabbled in a variety of disciplines including foxhunting, saddleseat, and mounted games. Currently, Erica competes in three-day eventing with her OTTB, Dorado. Erica enjoys photography in her spare time.
Articles by Erica Larson
Equine WNV, EEE Case Totals Continue to Rise
November 12, 2012
As of Nov. 6, the USGS indicated that the WNV and EEE totals had risen to 620 and 204, respectively. Read More
Coronavirus: A Cause of Enteric Disease in Adult Horses?
November 12, 2012
Coronavirus--common in foals--could be associated with enteric disease outbreaks in adult horses. Read More
British African Horse Sickness Regulations Take Effect Nov. 21
November 11, 2012
The African Horse Sickness (England) Regulations 2012 were signed on Oct. 15 and will take effect Nov. 21. Read More
Ontario Racing Commission Announces Biosecurity Measures
October 27, 2012
The measures are in response to a deadly outbreak of equine herpesvirus-1 at an Illinois race track. Read More
Eye Evaluation in Equine Prepurchase Exams
October 21, 2012
While not all eye anomalies are detrimental to vision, others can cause sale talks to cease. Read More
Understanding Equine Cataract Surgery
October 20, 2012
Many horses recover well from cataract surgery and retain vision in the affected eyes. Read More
Diagnosing and Treating Equine Glaucoma
October 19, 2012
It might have the same name, but equine glaucoma is a different animal than human glaucoma. Read More
Noninflammatory Equine Uveal Disorders
October 15, 2012
Many noninflammatory uveal abnormalities cause little to no discomfort or vision loss for the horse. Read More
Texas Officials Report 72 Equine WNV Cases so far in 2012
October 15, 2012
Seventy-two horses residing in 49 Texas counties had been confirmed positive since the beginning of the year. Read More
Unknown Illness Forces Quarantine at Hawthorne Race Course
October 15, 2012
The quarantine is a precaution as officials await test results on two horses showing respiratory illness. Read More
Understanding Equine Orbit and Periorbita Problems
October 14, 2012
Disorders involving the horse's orbit and periorbita are less common than problems involving the eye itself. Read More
EVA Confirmed in Gloucestershire, England
October 12, 2012
A case of equine viral arteritis (EVA) has been confirmed in a Gloucestershire, England, stallion. Read More
Diagnosing, Treating, and Managing Equine Recurrent Uveitis
October 11, 2012
Veterinarians have learned how to best control this disease and are working to unravel new treatment options. Read More
APHIS Reports more than 400 Equine WNV Cases Nationwide
October 10, 2012
The current equine WNV case total marks a 372% increase compared to last year's total. Read More
Understanding Equine Vision
October 07, 2012
Basic comprehension of equine vision can help owners better understand why their horses act the way they do. Read More
Improving Outcomes for Corneal Ulcers, Ulcerative Keratitis
October 05, 2012
The natural mechanisms in equine eyes can complicate corneal ulcer healing, but most ulcers fully recover. Read More
EIPH and Furosemide Use in Racehorses Explained
October 04, 2012
One researcher discusses EIPH, furosemide use in racehorses, and related scientific research. Read More
New Equine EEE, WNV Cases Reported in Mass., Ill.
October 04, 2012
Officials in Massachusetts and Illinois have reported additional equine cases of EEE and WNV. Read More
Equine West Nile Virus: An International Perspective
October 03, 2012
It's prevalent in the United States, but how does West Nile virus affect horses in other countries? Read More
EIA Identified in British Horse
October 03, 2012
A horse residing in Cornwall, England, has tested positive for equine infectious anemia (EIA). Read More
Nationwide West Nile Case Count Continues to Rise
October 02, 2012
According to the USGS disease maps, 364 cases of equine WNV had been confirmed at last update (Sept. 25). Read More
Understanding Equine Eyelid Disorders
September 30, 2012
Equine eyelid disorders are common in horses and many can have favorable outcomes with treatment. Read More
EMS, PPID Focus of Second Equine Endocrinology Summit
September 27, 2012
Endocrinology researchers met to discuss equine metabolic syndrome (EMS) and equine Cushing's disease (PPID). Read More
California's 2012 Equine WNV Case Total Reaches 20
September 26, 2012
A 16-year-old horse from Yuba County and a 2-year-old horse from Shasta County were euthanized due to WNV. Read More
New California Equine WNV Case Brings State Total to 18
September 24, 2012
The 18-month-old unvaccinated Fresno County filly is reportedly recovering after testing positive for WNV. Read More
