Tick-Borne Disease: Tremendously Tricky in Horses
Natalie DeFee Mendik, MA
May 6, 2017
Learn the latest on diseases horses can get from ticks and why they continue to frustrate veterinarians and researchers.
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Learn the latest on diseases horses can get from ticks and why they continue to frustrate veterinarians and researchers.
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Dr. David Horohov, UK Gluck Equine Research Center director, gives a overview of vaccines and explains their importance.
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One veterinarian describes how to use endometrial culture, cytology, and biopsy to evaluate subbertile mares.
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Researchers discuss equine rotavirus infection in foals, bacterial upper airway infections, and more.
Researchers believe polyacrylamide hydrogel (PAAG) could have a long-lasting cushioning effect on arthritic joints.
Researchers say inertial measurement units could aid in more accurate veterinary diagnoses and performance evaluations.
Second- and third-year vet students pursuing a career in equine medicine can apply for one of five $5,000 scholarships.
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