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Neurologic Disease Mini Symposium: S. Neurona and EPM

Daniel K. Howe, PhD December 30, 2011

An in-depth discussion of the protozoan parasite S. neurona and EPM, which it causes.

Advances in Equine Neurological Disease Symposium a Success

University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment December 16, 2011

Featured topics included equine protozoal myeloencephalitis, wobbler syndrome, and neurologic herpesvirus.

Relationship between and EPM Examined

Erica Larson December 14, 2011

Researchers discuss the parasite’s life cycle, EPM diagnostic testing, and the S. neurona genome project.

Lameness in the Racehorse Table Topic (AAEP 2011)

Melissa McKee, DVM December 5, 2011

Attendees discussed hoof lameness, club feet, track surface’s effect on lameness, back and neck pain, and EPM.

The Many Faces of EPM, Take 2

The Horse Staff September 27, 2011

Four veterinarians discuss equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM) diagnosis, what conditions it can appear to be, and effective treatment strategies.

The Many Faces of EPM Take 2: Free Webinar at TheHorse.com

The Horse Staff September 8, 2011

TheHorse.com’s free “The Many Faces of EPM Take 2” webinar will be held on Sept. 27.

Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis: Past and Present

Erica Larson August 4, 2011

EPM still frustrates horse owners and veterinarians as one of the most common neurologic diseases in horses.

Neurologist Joins the Faculty at New Bolton Center

Edited Press Release July 28, 2011

Neurologist Amy Johnson, DVM, Dipl. ACVIM, was recently appointed to the faculty of New Bolton Center.

What’s New With Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis?

Nancy S. Loving, DVM June 30, 2011

Researchers have made great strides in their understanding of EPM and improvements in diagnostic and treatment

Post-Rain Tips for Horse Owners

University of Kentucky's College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment June 23, 2011

Now is the time for horse owners to assess the lingering effects of spring’s wet weather.

The Many Faces of EPM

Multiple Authors August 18, 2010

Four veterinarians discuss equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM) diagnosis, what conditions it can appear to be, and effective treatment.

New ELISA Test for EPM Diagnosis Developed at the Gluck Center

University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment July 23, 2010

Diagnostic assays for equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM) developed under the leadership of Daniel Howe, PhD, a molecular parasitologist at the University of Kentucky Gluck Equine Research Center, are now available exclusively at Equine Diagnostic Solutions LLC (EDS).

Neurologic Diseases

The Horse Staff March 8, 2010

Diagnosis and treatment recommendations for equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM), the evolution of West Nile virus, and a new treatment option for equine herpesvirus were discussed at the 2009 convention of the American Association of Equine Practitioners.