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Edited Press Release April 10, 2016

Research topics include musculoskeletal and respiratory issues, parasites on stud farms, early pregnancy loss, and more.

The Importance of Postmortem Exams on Aborted Fetuses

Alexandra Beckstett April 9, 2016

Post-mortem exams are crucial to determine what caused the abortion. Here’s what your veterinarian will look for.

Mare Thyroid Condition Might be Linked to Foal Deaths

Erica Larson April 8, 2016

The rare condition–primary hypothyroidism–in mares could be behind a potentially deadly foal problem called CHDS.

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University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment March 23, 2016

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International Equine Disease Report, Second Quarter 2015

Equine Disease Quarterly October 15, 2015

Reported diseases include vesicular stomatitis, equine infectious anemia, strangles, influenza, herpesvirus, and more.

Manifestations of Equine Herpesvirus-1

Equine Disease Quarterly October 13, 2015

Learn how the respiratory, reproductive, and neurologic forms of equine herpesvirus-1 can impact your horse.

First Equine Leptospirosis Vaccine Introduced

The Horse Staff October 9, 2015

The USDA-approved vaccine prevents the disease responsible for foal abortion, kidney and liver failure, and uveitis.

International Equine Disease Report, First Quarter 2015

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Common Equine Abortion Causes Reviewed

Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA June 21, 2015

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Pregnancy Failure in Horses: Why Things Go Wrong

Maureen Blaney Flietner April 16, 2015

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Caterpillars that Cause Abortion in Mares

World Equine Veterinary Association April 4, 2015

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University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment January 24, 2014

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Equine Disease Quarterly January 15, 2014

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Study Examines Pregnancy Loss, ‘Treg’ Cell Relationship

Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA June 19, 2013

Study results show a reduction in a certain immune system cell could aid in diagnosing early pregnancy loss.

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