Equine flu findings in Britain back currently recommended vaccine strains
“There is no evidence of significant antigenic drift away from the recommended vaccine strains.”
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Biosecurity
Articles on equine biosecurity issues around the world including equine influenza and other viruses and diseases.
Molecular analysis provides insights into equine flu outbreaks in South America
Study team delves into outbreaks since 1963.
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Compelling evidence that equine flu virus can infect humans – review
Scientists urge close surveillance for novel influenza virus emergence among equids.
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App puts equine biosecurity in hands of horse owners
Free EquiBioSafe app outlines all the key elements of contagious disease prevention and control.
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Australia’s equine flu eradication a triumph for vet medicine – review
Pair examine eradication efforts during 2007 outbreak.
Read moreCould Australia succeed in hosting WEG in 2022?
WEG Down Under could prove to be a tall order.
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Possible US links to big 2012 equine flu outbreak in South America – study
Virus appeared to have entered through Chile, researchers report.
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Equine flu outbreak is over, say Malaysian officials
Racing to resume; movement controls in place for another three weeks.
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NZ authorities proved Kiwi horses were not behind Malaysia’s equine flu
Country worked to assure trading partners over spurious flu claim.
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Australian vets welcome push to tighten biosecurity controls
“Strong, effective protection is critical to our agricultural industries.”
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Stray Mexican donkey seized in Texas tests positive for much-feared glanders
“Mexican strays continue to pose a huge threat to Texas livestock.”
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Canada to develop new equine biosecurity standards
Farm-level biosecurity standard being developed by Equine Canada and other orgs.
Read moreAust brings in new hub for bio product exports
Animal biological material exports to be handled from hub in Melbourne.
Read moreIt’s show time! Vets suggest ways to avoid infection while traveling with horses
Several low-cost measures can help keep horses healthy.
Read moreWorld racing body reaffirms horse movement pledge
The Executive Council of horse racing’s world governing body met for the first time in Asia.
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How equine flu brought the US to a standstill
The Great Epizootic was the worst equestrian catastrophe in the history of the United States – and perhaps the world.
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Review of horse ID systems a chance to ‘get it right’
World Horse Welfare urges microchipping of all horses, regardless of age.
Read moreHow equine flu brought the US to a standstill
Industry stopped, trains halted, even the US cavalry had to fight the Apaches on foot.
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Mathematical modelling a handy weapon against equine flu
Data crunching has real benefits in managing equine flu – review.
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Equine flu: Are horses being protected effectively?
Special report in the Equine Veterinary Journal raises questions over some flu strategies.
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