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A human vaccine for eastern equine encephalitis virus (EEEV), western equine encephalitis virus (WEEV), and Venezuelan equine encephalitis virus (VEEV) has been found to be safe, well-tolerated and induced a neutralizing antibody response in volunteers, researchers report.
News Research 

Human vaccine for dangerous mosquito-borne viruses shows promise in clinical trial

May 13, 2022May 15, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 32 Views 0 Comments

Phase 1 clinical trial results suggest the candidate vaccine is safe, well tolerated, and induces an immune response.

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Researchers found that those hospitalized for a major traumatic brain injury may have a higher risk of developing dementia when compared to people who did not have a brain injury.
News Research 

Minor traumatic brain injuries do not increase dementia risk, findings suggest

May 13, 2022May 15, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 32 Views 0 Comments Rider safety

However, those hospitalized for a major traumatic brain injury may have a higher risk of developing dementia when compared to people who did not have a brain injury.

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Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome (EGUS) specialist Ben Sykes will discuss the prevention of ulcers in horses, using appropriate management changes or medical treatment.
Education & Entertainment 

Webinar: Gastric ulcer prevention in horses

May 13, 2022May 13, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 29 Views 0 Comments

Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome (EGUS) specialist Ben Sykes will discuss the prevention of ulcers in horses, using appropriate management changes or medical treatment.

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Horses and Gers near Khoton (Syrgal) Lake near the Altai Mountains of Mongolia. Image credit: Noost Bayarkhuu
Culture News 

Dramatic social changes in ancient Mongolia linked to arrivals of herds and horses

May 13, 2022May 14, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 31 Views 0 Comments History

New study provides support for connections between livestock dairying and the rise of social complexity on the eastern steppe.

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Instead of just looking for where we can do it "less bad" environmentally, we look for where we can do “more good”.
Features News 

Major horse show adopts “think green” message to lead sustainability efforts

May 12, 2022May 14, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 41 Views 0 Comments

“Instead of just looking for where we can do it ‘less bad’ environmentally, we look for where we can do ‘more good’,” says Herning2022 organiser.

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Researchers checked for dairy-related proteins in the dental calculus of humans who once lived in the Altai region.
Culture News 

Horse dairying in important Asian region dates back more than 3350 years – study

May 12, 2022May 13, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 32 Views 0 Comments History

Researchers checked for dairy-related proteins in the dental calculus of humans who once lived in the Altai region.

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Don Hobson is still working at the coalface at the age of 89. He's pictured shoeing a horse last month.
Features News 

A true horseman: Farrier still going strong in his 90th year

May 11, 2022May 13, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 38 Views 0 Comments

Indiana farrier Don Hobson is preparing to celebrate his 90th birthday next month, and the 45th anniversary of the hoof care business he founded.

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Laura Collett enjoys her victory lap on London 52 after winning the Badminton Horse Trials at the weekend.
News 

Brits on fire as Badminton Horse Trials make triumphant return

May 11, 2022May 13, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 41 Views 0 Comments Badminton Horse Trials

Laura Collett led throughout to take this year’s five-star title at Badminton; compatriot Nicola Wilson is recovering in intensive care after a cross-country fall.

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The equine hepacivirus infects donkeys and horses in a similar way, a German study finds.
Health News 

Donkeys appear to be a natural host for liver virus, researchers report

May 11, 2022May 13, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 42 Views 0 Comments

The equine hepacivirus infects donkeys and horses in a similar way, a German study finds.

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The forum "Welfare and Performance of the Ridden Horse - How can we protect our social licence to operate in equestrianism?" is being run in August as a pilot in preparation for a wider series.
Education & Entertainment 

Social licence forum a “game changer” for equestrian industry

May 11, 2022May 11, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 39 Views 0 Comments

The forum “Welfare and Performance of the Ridden Horse – How can we protect our social licence to operate in equestrianism?” is being run in August as a pilot in preparation for a wider series.

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A donkey at the Star Brilliant abattoir in Naivasha, Kenya.
Features News 

Shocking scale of donkey skin trade uncovered

May 10, 2022May 12, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 57 Views 0 Comments

Criminal networks are exploiting online channels and platforms to enable a trade that is sending millions of donkeys to their deaths, and smuggling endangered species.

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Special gala evening marks the organisation’s 100 years, with IOC President Thomas Bach noting the “strong standing of FEI in our Olympic community”.
News 

Special gala celebrates 100th anniversary of FEI

May 10, 2022May 12, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 45 Views 0 Comments

Special gala evening marks the organisation’s 100 years, with IOC President Thomas Bach noting the “strong standing of FEI in our Olympic community”.

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Resistin is an adipokine - one of a range of cell-signalling molecules related to adipose tissue (body fat).
Health News 

Resistin levels in horses linked to inflammation, not insulin problems

May 10, 2022May 12, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 47 Views 0 Comments

Resistin is an adipokine – one of a range of cell-signalling molecules related to adipose tissue (body fat).

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Many years of discussion and planning have resulted in horse sport's governing body signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the International Grooms Association (IGA).
News 

Professional grooms group added to FEI stable

May 10, 2022May 12, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 39 Views 0 Comments

The FEI has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the International Grooms Association, giving grooms a voice within the governing body and at competitions.

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The Queen attending Royal Windsor Horse Show in 1953, the year of her Coronation.
Features News 

Star-studded lineup to join Queen at Royal Windsor Horse Show

May 9, 2022May 10, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 65 Views 0 Comments

Dame Helen Mirren, Damian Lewis and Tom Cruise lead an all-star cast for a performance of “A Gallop through History” honouring Queen Elizabeth II that will be broadcast live from the Royal Windsor Horse Show.

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Researchers looked at short term survival rates among horses admitted to the University of Copenhagen's large animal hospital with colic.
Health News 

Better surgical survival rates improve colic outcomes for horses in study

May 9, 2022May 10, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 45 Views 0 Comments

Researchers looked at short term survival rates among horses admitted to the University of Copenhagen’s large animal hospital with colic.

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Why is diarrhea life-threatening in some foals, while others recover with no issues? Research into the biomarkers that denote health could be the key.
Breeding News 

Microbiome’s role in foal gut health under spotlight

May 8, 2022May 10, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 46 Views 0 Comments

Why is diarrhea life-threatening in some foals, while others recover with no issues? Research into the biomarkers that denote health could be the key.

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"The slaughter pipeline is no place for our horses," the head of the Humane Society of the United States says.
Features News 

Advocates push to end slaughter trade in US horses

May 8, 2022May 11, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 53 Views 0 Comments Slaughter

“The slaughter pipeline is no place for our horses,” the head of the Humane Society of the United States says.

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Officials at the BLM holding facility in Colorado said the results of culture and microscopic examination support the initial assessment that the respiratory disease is likely a multifactorial respiratory disease complex.
Health News 

“Strep zoo” found in wild horses who died in equine influenza outbreak

May 7, 2022May 10, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 55 Views 0 Comments Biosecurity

The EI outbreak has claimed the lives of 129 horses to date, and officials at the BLM holding facility in Colorado say the results of culture and microscopic examination indicate a multifactorial respiratory disease complex.

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Researchers draw parallels with the climate change debate and even the "tobacco industry debacle".
Care & Training News 

Money, or a discipline’s popularity, should not override science on horse welfare – review

May 6, 2022May 8, 2022 Horsetalk.co.nz 61 Views 0 Comments

Researchers draw parallels with the climate change debate and even the “tobacco industry debacle”.

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