Brazil could be granted the foot-and-mouth disease-free status with vaccination
The decision will be announced at the WOAH’s General Meeting, that will be held in Paris from May 20th to May 25th.
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Antimicrobial resistance in zoonotic bacteria still high in humans, animals and food
The report highlights some emerging issues and confirms antimicrobial resistance as one of the biggest threats to public health, mainly by reducing the effectiveness of treatment options.
Environmental dissemination of multidrug Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus sciuri after application of manure
The objective of this study was to determine the dissemination of multidrug methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus sciuri (MDR-MRSS) in the environment after land application of manure on commercial swine farms.
ASF: Member States shall promote and spread information on the control measures
The Member States concerned shall ensure that passenger transport operators, including airport and port operators, travel agencies (including hunting trip organisers) and postal services operators are required to draw the attention of their customers to the control measures.
Spain: important decrease in the use of colistin in pigs
The Spanish Agency of Medicines and Medical Devices has published the latest data on the consumption of colistin in pig production in the first semester of 2017. These data show an important reduction.
Feral swine in the United States have been exposed to both avian and swine influenza A viruses
Unlike domestic swine, feral swine are free ranging and have many opportunities for IAV exposure through contacts with various habitats and animals, including migratory waterfowl, a natural reservoir for IAVs.
2018 European PRRS Research Award open for submissions until July 1st
Boehringer Ingelheim funds three research projects against swine disease PRRS with a total of €75,000
Exploring the benefits of PCV-2 blanket vaccination in sows
The average piglet birth weight from the 3 groups of vaccinated sows was statistically higher than that from the unvaccinated sows.
Taiwan first live export since foot-and-mouth outbreak
Taiwan exported pigs since an outbreak of FMD in 2008.
Key points for the elimination of M. hyopneumoniae
Three factors must be taken into account when defining the viability of the elimination of M. hyopneumoniae on each farm: negative replacements, cost and return on investment, and risk of re-infection.
SHIC research delivers Influenza test differentiating types
This first-of-its-kind assay has 98 to 100 percent coverage of all influenza virus sequences while being sensitive and specific.
ASF: Member States to reinforce awareness raising campaigns on the disease
Reinforce the communication on the risks linked to ASF as a crucial element to prevent the spreading of the disease.
Increase in PED outbreaks in The Netherlands
The GD is working on the comparison of PEDV strains.
Wild boars (2/2) - health risks and preventive measures
The diseases shared by livestock and wildlife involve many players: mainly farmers, but also hunters and different public administrations.
African Swine Fever: Member States to reinforce awareness raising campaigns on the disease
Communication actions will target passenger transport operators as well as postal services operators.
Amlan International receives patent in China for intestinal health formulation
Amlan International recently received a patent in China for its formulated intestinal health products. The products have three distinct modes of action that work together to strengthen the intestinal environment of livestock.