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Controlling Influenza with Vaccinations
Equine influenza is a common respiratory infection. While it affects many horses, it has a low mortality rate; horses generally recover. However, flu can cause
Vaccinations: Encephalitides, The Ever-Present Threat
Long before West Nile virus ever reached North American shores, there were two other forms of viral encephalitis (literally, inflammation of the brain) for horse
West Nile Virus: Threat and Response
For a graphic demonstration of the value of vaccination, look no further than West Nile virus (WNV). Sponsored by Fort Dodge Animal Health
Defending Against Disease: Vaccination Basics
Of all the medical advances in the past couple of centuries, the one that might be the most remarkable is also the one we’re most
Vaccination Essentials: Tetanus, Rabies, and Botulism
Ask veterinarians anywhere in North America and they’ll likely agree: If you vaccinate for nothing else, at the very least vaccinate for tetanus and rabies.
Herpesvirus Management Basics
There are basic tools a farm, stable, or barn manager can use to reduce the incidence of equine herpesvirus outbreaks, and to moderate their effects
EHV Latency
Latency is the biological mechanism by which all herpesviruses permanently survive in nature. Sponsored by Pfizer Animal Health
Herpesvirus Vaccination
Work with your veterinarian to determine the proper vaccination schedule for your horses. Sponsored by Pfizer Animal Health
Neurologic Equine Herpesvirus-1
Equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) causes many problems, including abortion, respiratory disease, neurologic disease, death in newborn foals, and a newly recognized syndrome described as peracute pulmonary
Herpes by the Numbers
Discussion of the different types of herpesvirus that affect horses. Sponsored by Pfizer Animal Health
Emergency Planning Workbook
Areas covered in the kit include pre-planning steps to take before a disaster strikes and what to do if one is predicted. With sections for
Complete 2007 Convention Coverage
Our complete coverage of the 2007 American Association of Equine Practitioners convention includes the following articles, which can be downloaded separately: News and Awards (3 pages)
Ophthalmology
Eye examination techniques, uveitis, and corneal ulcers were hot topics at the convention.
Medicine/Surgery
Surgery for spinal cord compression, cisplatin for skin cancers, fetlock joint fragment removal, fracture first aid, brain injury, and more topics fall under our medicine/surgery
Infectious Disease
Strangles, Rhodococcus equi pneumonia, influenza, West Nile virus, and Lawsonia were discussed at the convention, along with vaccines and treatment for some diseases.
