Recent News for Diseases and Conditions
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USDA Issues Rule on Importing Horses from CEM-Affected Countries
February 13, 2013
APHIS took this action after reviewing probable causes of CEM outbreaks in the United States.... Read More
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California Mare Tests Positive for Contagious Equine Metritis
February 13, 2013
A 17-year-old Lusitano mare from California has been confirmed positive for contagious equine metritis.... Read More
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Optimizing Piroplasmosis Treatment Protocols (AAEP 2012)
February 13, 2013
Researchers examined ways to minimize gastrointestinal complications when treating EP with imidocarb.... Read More
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Exertional Rhabdomyolysis: Not Just Tying-Up Anymore
February 12, 2013
Researchers have worked tirelessly to better understand the disorder, its causes, and how to best manage it.... Read More
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New Ponazuril Loading Dose Examined for EPM Treatment (AAEP 2012)
February 10, 2013
Achieving therapeutic drug levels sooner using a loading dose could minimize S. neurona-caused damage.... Read More
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Equine Guelph Offers Online Colic Course
February 09, 2013
Equine Guelph is combating colic with a new online eWorkshop March 11-24.... Read More
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Decoding Small Intestine Problems with Ultrasound (AAEP 2012)
February 09, 2013
Ultrasound can be a valuable aid to practitioners when assessing the cause and severity of colic.... Read More
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EHV-1 Positive Horse in Colorado Recuperates, Returns Home to Texas
February 08, 2013
Authorities have released all quarantine and hold orders related to a horse that tested positive for EHV-1.... Read More
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Concerning Collapse
February 05, 2013
My horse collapsed at a show, but had normal vitals upon standing. Now she's lethargic. What could be wrong?... Read More
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Metabolic Syndrome Dangerous for Pregnant Mares (AAEP 2012)
February 05, 2013
Equine metabolic syndrome can put pregnant mares in an especially precarious in situation.... Read More
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No New EIA Cases Found in Britain
February 04, 2013
Tests were carried out after a horse in England tested positive for the disease in October 2012.... Read More
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Top Medicine Studies of 2012 (AAEP 2012)
February 04, 2013
Dr. Stephen Reed recaps studies on endocrinology, neurologic and muscle disorders, foal health, and more.... Read More
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AVA: Hendra Virus in South Australia No Surprise to Vets
February 03, 2013
The organization stresses the need for horse owners across the country to have their horses vaccinated.... Read More
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Understanding the OIE's Role in Disease Prevention
February 02, 2013
The World Organization for Animal Health’s (OIE) standards help prevent the spread of infectious disease.... Read More
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Colic Researchers: Tight Junctions Crucial in Gut Function
February 01, 2013
A research team is examining how infectious disease and inflammation impact cells in the horse's gut.... Read More
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Managing the Swollen Eye in the Field (AAEP 2012)
January 31, 2013
The acutely swollen eye can present many diagnostic challenges to the field practitioner.... Read More
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EHV-1 Confirmed in Horse at National Western Stock Show Rodeo
January 29, 2013
Colorado animal health authorities have placed a quarantine on seven horses including the index case.... Read More
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Thoroughbred Owners Group: Salix Effective in Treating EIPH
January 29, 2013
A group of researchers and the Thoroughbred Owners of California issued a statement supporting furosemide use.... Read More
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Indiana Officials Lift Equine Piroplasmosis Testing Requirement
January 28, 2013
Officials voted to lift the equine piroplasmosis testing requirement at race tracks, beginning Feb. 1. ... Read More
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Two Supplements' Effects on Nonglandular Ulcers (AAEP 2012)
January 28, 2013
Some nutritionists have speculated that certain dietary supplements might assist with equine ulcer management.... Read More
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Weed of the Month: Eastern Poison Ivy
January 26, 2013
Horses are not sensitive to poison ivy, but can transfer the irritating urushiol oil to humans.... Read More
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What's in an OIE Reference Laboratory?
January 25, 2013
There are 236 OIE reference laboratories covering 112 animal diseases, including equine-specific ailments.... Read More
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Thinking Through Cheek Tooth Extraction Complications (AAEP 2012)
January 25, 2013
Planning for potential dental extraction complications is essential to a successful procedure.... Read More
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South African Authorities Encourage Vaccinating against AHS
January 24, 2013
Authorities are encouraging horse owners to vaccinate annually to curb the impact of African horse sickness.... Read More
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Using Mature Hay for Bedding: Potential for Tall Fescue Toxicity
January 24, 2013
Ergovaline levels over 200 ppb (parts per billion) in mature hay can cause fescue toxicity in pregnant mares.... Read More
