Recent News for Infectious Diseases
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Commentary: The Evolution of Equine Disease Quarterly
January 19, 2013
Dr. Roberta Dwyer shares thoughts on the evolution of the publication produced by UK and Lloyd's of London.... Read More
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Mules' Role as Shedders in California EHV-1 Outbreak
January 19, 2013
While equal percentages of horses and mules were exposed to EHV-1, no mules developed neurologic disease.... Read More
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Hendra Virus Found in Flying Fox in South Australia
January 18, 2013
Hendra has not been detected before in that state; horse owners are urged to take precautionary measures.... Read More
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Hawthorne EHV-1 Quarantine Lifted; Oaklawn Ban Still in Effect
January 17, 2013
The EHV-1 quarantine has been lifted but Oaklawn Park is still not permitting Hawthorne horses on its grounds.... Read More
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Video Documents Rapid Spread of Equine Influenza
January 16, 2013
The video uses maps to help explain how equine influenza spread during the 2007 Australian outbreak.... Read More
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Hendra Virus Protection Adopted by Equine Veterinarians
January 15, 2013
Protective equipment use and disease awareness likely reduced human infections during recent outbreaks.... Read More
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International Equine Disease Report, Third Quarter 2012
January 11, 2013
Diseases reported include contagious equine metritis, equine herpesvirus, piroplasmosis, and more.... Read More
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Minnesota Horse Tests Positive for Rabies
January 09, 2013
A horse residing in Mower County tested positive for rabies on Jan. 4 after showing clinical signs last week.... Read More
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LDAF Monitoring Horses Imported from Illinois
January 08, 2013
Owners must provide health certificates to the La. State Veterinarian's Office prior to the animal's entry.... Read More
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APHIS Releases Final Summary of 2012 Vesicular Stomatitis Cases
January 07, 2013
The final quarantines connected to the outbreak were released in late December, according to the summary.... Read More
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Ky. Restricts Horse Movement from Ill. Due to EHV-1 Outbreak
January 04, 2013
All horses entering Kentucky from Illinois must have an entry permit issued by the KDA.... Read More
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EHV-1 Confirmed in Michigan Standardbred Horse
January 03, 2013
The horse, who began showing neurologic signs of disease on Dec. 23, is recovering with veterinary care.... Read More
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Equine Infectious Neurologic Diseases Table Topic (AAEP 2012)
January 02, 2013
The discussion focused on four continuing problems: EHM, EPM, WNV, and other encephalitides.... Read More
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Hawthorne EHV-1 Quarantine Could be Lifted in January
December 28, 2012
The EHV-1 quarantine could be lifted around Jan. 10, track officials say.... Read More
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British African Horse Sickness Control Strategy Published
December 28, 2012
The document discusses control strategies should the disease ever be found in Great Britain.... Read More
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New Horse Health Requirements for HITS Desert Circuit
December 26, 2012
New for 2013 are equine health and safety procedures designed to "ensure a great show experience for all."... Read More
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Factors Associated with Surviving Potomac Horse Fever (AAEP 2012)
December 26, 2012
While PHF has a serious clinical impact on affected horses, some parameters are associated with survival.... Read More
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Hawthorne EHV-1 Still Under Close Watch
December 19, 2012
Eighteen days have passed since the last EHV-1-related death at the racetrack.... Read More
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Piroplasmosis Table Topic (AAEP 2012)
December 14, 2012
Attendees discussed several topics including the history of EP, regulatory issues, and practical topics.... Read More
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2012 Equine WNV, EEE Case Totals Steady
December 13, 2012
At the most recent update, APHIS reported 609 equine WNV cases nationwide and 206 cases of equine EEE in 2012.... Read More
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Minnesota EHV-1: Large Animal Hospital Reopens
December 12, 2012
The UM Large Animal Hospital has discharged the final patients and reopened to business as usual.... Read More
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Strangles: Understanding Distemper and Purpura Hemorrhagica
December 07, 2012
One of the most alarming infectious diseases in the equine industry is strangles.... Read More
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Equine Piroplasmosis in America: Re-Emergence and Control
December 05, 2012
Recent outbreaks have prompted further investigation into the re-emergence and control in the United States.... Read More
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EPM and Pregnancy
December 04, 2012
Are there anytreatments available for EPM that are safe for use in pregnant mares?... Read More
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Boehringer Ingelheim Announces 2012 Equine Research Awards
December 03, 2012
Two researchers will study pigeon fever as recipients of the 2012 Advancement of Equine Research Awards.... Read More
