Recent News for Metabolic Problems
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Exercise Increases Insulin Sensitivity in Horses
May 13, 2012
Moderate exercise increased insulin sensitivity in healthy horses, thus reducing insulin resistance risk.... Read More
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Gluck Center Researchers to Speak at KER Conference
April 25, 2012
Martin Nielsen, DVM, PhD, Dipl. EVPC, and Amanda Adams, PhD, will present at the conference.... Read More
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UK Researcher Studying "Easy-Keeper" Horses
April 06, 2012
Adams hopes to better understand why EMS occurs and to find a safe and effective way to treat the disease.... Read More
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FDA No Longer Supports Compounded Pergolide Production
March 28, 2012
The change comes several months after the FDA approved a pergolide mesylate tablet for use in horses.... Read More
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New Insulin Resistance Test Method for Horses (AAEP 2011)
March 20, 2012
The new test correlated well with the conventional insulin-sensitivity test and it was repeatable.... Read More
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Commentary: Considerations for the IR Horse
March 11, 2012
Eleanor Kellon, VMD, of Uckele Health & Nutrition, shares her thoughts on insulin resistance in horses.... Read More
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Top Medicine Studies of 2011 (AAEP 2011)
February 15, 2012
A wrap-up of the most important, interesting, or applicable studies to equine medicine from Dr. Steve Reed.... Read More
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AQHA Offers Genetic Disease Panel Test
February 06, 2012
The test will screen for five potentially fatal genetic diseases often found in Quarter Horses.... Read More
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WCVM Research Survey Targets Cushing's Disease
January 30, 2012
The objective of the survey is to determine the prevalence of Cushing's disease worldwide.... Read More
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Endocrinopathic Laminitis: An Incomplete Picture
January 04, 2012
Laminitis stemming from equine metabolic syndrome, Cushing's, and other hormonal conditions is common.... Read More
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Seasonal Effects on Texas Cushing's Test Results (AAEP 2011)
January 03, 2012
Season variations in ACTH levels are found in some geographic areas, while no changes take place in others.... Read More
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Genetic Testing Options Expanded for APHA Horses in 2012
January 01, 2012
Testing options include a comprehensive coat color package and a comprehensive disease diagnostic package.... Read More
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Cushing's Disease and EMS Horse Course Archived
December 23, 2011
"Cushing's Disease and Equine Metabolic Syndrome" was presented by three authorities on the topics.... Read More
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Researchers Evaluate Endocrinopathic Laminitis Prevalence
December 03, 2011
Endocrinopathic laminitis might be more common in horses affected by endocrine disease than once believed.... Read More
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Soaking Hay: How Much Sugar is Actually Removed?
November 30, 2011
According to one team of researchers, WSC reduction varies depending on how long the hay is submerged.... Read More
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Inaugural EQUUS Foundation Research Fellowships Awarded
November 20, 2011
Two equine researchers were presented today with the inaugural 2011 EQUUS Foundation Research Fellowships.... Read More
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Drug to Treat PPID Clinical Signs Receives FDA Approval
November 03, 2011
The newly approved medication is the first and only FDA-approved product for managing PPID in horses.... Read More
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Expanded Poster Session Added to Laminitis Conference
October 14, 2011
The International Equine Conference on Laminitis and Diseases of the Foot features an expanded poster session.... Read More
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AHF Releases 2011 Equine Research Project Summaries
October 06, 2011
The Arabian Horse Foundation released summaries of the research projects the organization funded in 2011. ... Read More
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The Aging Horse
August 01, 2011
We'll explore how the horse's body systems age and what to look out for in your equine senior citizen.... Read More
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Researchers Examine Link Between Obesity, Laminitis, and EMS
July 27, 2011
Is inflammation involved in chronic laminitis development in horses with equine metabolic syndrome? ... Read More
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UC Davis to Partner with APHA for Genetic Testing
July 25, 2011
The APHA has introduced the University of California, Davis, as its official genetic testing provider. ... Read More
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Using Nutrition to Prevent and Manage Equine Disease
July 19, 2011
Adjusting what a horse consumes can help prevent or squelch some equine ailments.... Read More
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Minimize Laminitis Risks
July 18, 2011
As lush summer grass grows, unfortunately so does your horse's risk for laminitis. ... Read More
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AHF Announces $12,500 in Research Grants
July 12, 2011
The Arabian Horse Foundation (AHF) has announced $12,500 in equine research funding for 2011. The latest round... Read More
