Recent News for Respiratory Problems
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Thoroughbred Trainers Criticize Breeders' Cup Salix Ban
November 02, 2012
Furosemide has been banned from this year's Breeders' Cup juvenile races.... Read More
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Additional EHV-1 Cases at Illinois Horse Racetrack
October 27, 2012
Two additional horses at Hawthorne Race Course in Cicero, Ill., were moved to an isolation barn area Oct. 26 ... Read More
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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
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UK Graduate Student Spotlight: Lingshuang Sun
October 27, 2012
Sun is evaluating the regulation of interferon gamma expression in foals and its role in R. equi resistance.... Read More
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Thoroughbred Trainer Pletcher Not Worried about Salix Ban
October 25, 2012
All Pletcher's 2-year-olds have raced on Salix in all of their starts.... Read More
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EHV-1 Confirmed in One Utah Horse, Suspected in Two
October 19, 2012
Two other horses residing at the same farm as the confirmed case were euthanized due to neurologic signs.... Read More
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EHV Confirmed at Hawthorne Racecourse
October 17, 2012
At least one horse has died and at least one more has contracted the disease.... Read More
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Handling Respiratory Disease Outbreaks at Boarding Stables
October 12, 2012
Respiratory diseases at boarding barns present unique challenges for veterinarians, owners, and farm managers.... Read More
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Air Movement in Horse Barns
October 08, 2012
Moving the air inside barns can help improve year-round comfort and air quality for horses and humans.... Read More
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EIPH and Furosemide Use in Racehorses Explained
October 04, 2012
One researcher discusses EIPH, furosemide use in racehorses, and related scientific research. ... Read More
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Lecture on Advances in Equine Airway Surgery Scheduled
October 01, 2012
Eric J. Parente, DVM, Dipl. ACVS will discuss advancements in equine airway diagnostics and treatments.... Read More
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Report: Deficiencies Had Role in N.Y. Racehorse Deaths
September 28, 2012
A spate of fatal breakdowns was primarily the result of structural deficiencies in rules and regulations.... Read More
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Commentary: Following Up on the Salix-Free Racing Pledge
September 20, 2012
Trainers managing Salix-free horses noted that none of them have shown signs of bleeding after races so far.... Read More
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Equine Guelph Releases Report on 3-D Ultrasound Research
September 20, 2012
Chalmers' goal is to provide owners with a reliable and inexpensive way to screen horses for roaring.... Read More
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W.Va. Horse Racing Officials Begin Examining Salix
September 18, 2012
A meeting served as a information-gathering session in light of ongoing discussion about furosemide use.... Read More
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Long-term Clenbuterol Use in Horses Studied
September 05, 2012
While the drug initially reduced airway sensitivity, long-term use seems to result in reduced effectiveness.... Read More
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Equine Temporohyoid Osteoarthropathy Studied
September 04, 2012
Researchers looked at common signs, diagnostics, and treatments for equine temporohyoid osteoarthropathy.... Read More
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Governor Implements New Ky. Race-Day Drug Regulations
August 31, 2012
Gov. Steve Beshear implemented regulations reforming some aspects of the state's equine medication policy.... Read More
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Race-Day Medication Rules Discussed in Ky., W.Va
August 30, 2012
Race-day medication discussions are taking place in both Kentucky and West Virginia.... Read More
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Safe and Healthy Equine Travels Start at Home
August 27, 2012
Whether traveling to an out-of-state show or a mile away to the park, good equine health care starts at home.... Read More
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Kentucky Race-Day Drug Rules Will Change Sept. 4
August 23, 2012
Furosemide will be the only medication permitted on race day in Kentucky effective Sept. 4.... Read More
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Surgical Options for Managing Roaring in Horses
August 22, 2012
Numerous factors go into selecting the appropriate surgical procedure to treat equine roaring.... Read More
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Cardiorespiratory Causes of Poor Equine Performance
August 17, 2012
In order for a horse to reach his athletic potential, his cardiorespiratory system must function properly.... Read More
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Jockey Club's Revised Drug Rules Have Salix Provision
August 13, 2012
The Jockey Club has added a provision governing regulatory administration of furosemide on race day.... Read More
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Study Finds Link Between ERAV and Horse Age
August 09, 2012
Horse age appears to be a significant factor in the prevalence of equine rhinitis virus A and B.... Read More
