French network for the surveillance of influenza viruses in pigs (Résavip)
From 2011 to 2013, the French network for the surveillance of influenza viruses in pigs (Résavip) has made it possible to conduct 629 visits in 476 farms.
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Canada: Alberta pig handling facility tests positive for SDC
This environmental sample was not taken from a farm or a sick animal.
Germany: the veterinarians are worried for the ASF situation in the EU
The German Veterinary Association (Bundestieraerztekammer) has voted, unanimously, for the approval of a decision destined to avoid the entrance of dangerous animal diseases.
FAO: Curbing the risks of Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea virus
One of the main strategies for curbing the spread of emerging diseases is to stop the virus from being introduced into non-infected areas.
FAO project to prevent potential African swine fever incursion in China
With China relying heavily on the pork production industry and owning almost half the world’s domestic pig population, an incursion of ASF would have a catastrophic impact.
First report of Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis in Black Alentejano pig
This work represents the first report of Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis from caseous lymphadenitis lesions in Black Alentejano pig and alerts for the importance of the establishment of suitable control and sanitary management practices
European Union: Council took stock of the situation regarding African swine fever in the EU
Several ministers highlighted the need to avoid a further spread of the disease in the EU.
Canada: fifth on-farm PEDv investigation concludes that the swine premise was negative
The CVO has gathered sufficient evidence to conclude that the swine premise was negative for PEDv during the time period when the initial samples were submitted.
OIE: technical factsheet on PEDV
The information presented in this technical factsheet reflects the epidemiological observations and research done on PEDV.
Russia: ASF virus genome detected in products imported from one of Belarusian plants
In case new consignments contaminated with ASF materials are detected, additional protective measures can be taken.
Romania confirms an outbreak of Aujeszky
There are a total of 64 susceptible animals of which 9 cases.
Bridging WHO and OIE Tools to better control global health risks at the human-animal interface
More than 60% of human infectious diseases worldwide are caused by pathogens of zoonotic nature, transmitted by domestic or wild animals.
The presence of six potentially pathogenic viruses in pigs suffering from post-weaning multisystemic wasting syndrome
Co-infection with PRRSV enforces clinical signs of PMWS, the influence of other viral co-infections is not clear.
Canada: fifth on-farm case of porcine epidemic diarrhea
This farm is located outside the five-km buffer zone of two other farms where PED was confirmed last week.
Results of the 26th Conference of the OIE Regional Commission for Europe
The 26th Conference of the World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) Regional Commission for Europe, attended by 53 Member Countries from the Region.
Risk factors for detecting influenza A virus in growing pigs
Possible modifications to farm type and pig flow should be considered when constructing IAV control and prevention strategies.