Recent News for Diseases and Conditions
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Equine Herpesvirus-1 Myeloencephalopathy: On the Rise?
November 28, 2012
One veterinarian discussed disease characteristics and why it might be on the rise at a recent conference.... Read More
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Utah Neurologic EHV-1 Quarantine Lifted
November 27, 2012
No further EHV-1 cases have been diagnosed in the Utah since the initiation of the quarantine on Oct. 17.... Read More
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Hendra Vaccine Now Available in Australia's Northern Territory
November 26, 2012
The vaccine was released in high-risk Queensland and New South Wales on Nov. 1.... Read More
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Wobbler Syndrome: An Increasingly Recognized Problem
November 25, 2012
Many wobbler cases can be managed successfully thanks to increased appreciation by owners and veterinarians.... Read More
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University of Nottingham Seeking Vet Participation in Colic Survey
November 24, 2012
The survey will collect information on how cases of colic present and are assessed in veterinary practice.... Read More
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Tips for Managing Horses in Winter to Avoid Colic
November 21, 2012
Making diet changes slowly, ensuring water intake, and keeping horses moving can help reduce colic risk.... Read More
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UF Veterinarians Laud Equine Leishmaniasis Awareness
November 21, 2012
Veterinarians say the identification of the parasite in a Florida horse is cause for increased vigilance.... Read More
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TheHorse.com Poll Recap: Caring for Blind Horses
November 21, 2012
Sixty-eight percent of more than 650 respondents indicated they'd cared for a vision-impaired horse. ... Read More
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Cold-Weather Equine Ear Protection?
November 20, 2012
Do horses living outside need their ears protected during cold weather?... Read More
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Minnesota EHV-1: Additional Cases from Index Farm Suspected
November 20, 2012
Five of seven horses residing on the index farm have developed clinical signs consistent with the disease.... Read More
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Hawthorne Race Course Continues to Deal with EHV-1
November 20, 2012
Three Hawthorne horses have died since the start of the outbreak last month.... Read More
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EPM: Update on Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention
November 20, 2012
EPM is a tricky disease to definitively diagnose and treat and, thus, has been an area of much research.... Read More
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CDA Issues 2012 Colorado Livestock Disease Recap
November 18, 2012
Equine herpesvirus-1, vesicular stomatitis, and West Nile virus were all confirmed in Colorado horses in 2012.... Read More
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Placentitis and Foals' Athletic Prognosis
November 18, 2012
There were few performance differences between foals born to healthy mares and those treated for placentitis.... Read More
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British Horseracing Authority Monitoring EHV-1 Outbreak
November 17, 2012
British trainer Victor Dartnall is dealing with an outbreak of neurologic EHV-1 at his yard in North Devon.... Read More
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Boehringer Ingelheim Introduces ERAV Vaccine
November 17, 2012
Equine rhinitis A virus affects the airways and is spread via nasal secretions and aerosol inhalation.... Read More
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Minnesota EHV-1: Two Horses in Stable Condition
November 16, 2012
The horses are currently being treated at the University of Minnesota Large Animal Hospital.... Read More
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Weed of the Month: Common Milkweed
November 16, 2012
Common milkweed produces cardiac-glycosides that are toxic to horses and can cause death within 24 hours.... Read More
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Race-Day Salix Errors Frustrate Kentucky Horsemen
November 16, 2012
Salix administration mistakes have led to at least two horses being scratched from races this month.... Read More
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Three Neurologic EHV-1 Cases Confirmed in Minnesota
November 15, 2012
Two of the cases are in isolation at the University of Minnesota. The third was euthanized on the home farm.... Read More
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Drought Causes Spike in Equine Pigeon Fever Cases in Missouri
November 14, 2012
The disease causes painful swelling, abscesses, and inflammation in the legs, chests, and abdominal cavities.... Read More
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Commentary: Racehorse Paynter Continues Road to Recovery
November 13, 2012
Steve Haskin provides an update on Paynter's recovery at Fair Hill Equine Therapy Center.... Read More
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French Influenza Outbreak Traced to Irish Horse Sales
November 13, 2012
Several countries could be affected by the equine influenza virus transmitted during October horse sales.... Read More
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Equine Grass Sickness Vaccine Pilot Study Announced
November 12, 2012
This pilot study is in preparation for a full vaccine trial, which is likely to commence in 2013 or 2014.... Read More
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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
