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Clinical case: Unusual ocular manifestation of pseudorabies in suckling piglet
A farm in China observed ocular infection in piglets with pseudorabies virus (Aujeszky's disease), a manifestation of the disease not previously reported.
Highly pathogenic PRRSV 1-4-4 L1C variant: emergence, sources, and implications to the global industry
This PRRSV strain is affecting the U.S. Understanding where these viruses come from can help us stop this cycle.
A 3-D approach to better understanding of swine flu: The clinical picture (2/3)
The clinical picture associated with swine influenza is often complicated by temperature fluctuations, other viruses, or bacteria. In part two of this series, we look at the clinical signs of this disease.
Laboratory diagnostics: Salmonella
What laboratory diagnostic methods can I use to diagnose salmonellosis? Which one should I choose according to the situation? How do I interpret the results?
Health acclimation of gilts: Are we doing a good job?
To perform well, gilts need to develop physically and be acclimatized for the health status of the recipient farm. Dr. Clayton Johnson from Carthage Veterinary Services shares some tips about gilt acclimation.
ASF diagnostics - More than reading a lab result
PCR results are diagnostic test results, not a diagnosis. The diagnostician is an investigator and should employ all of the tools at his command. An expert with experience in China reviews how ASF should be diagnosed.
Laboratory diagnostics: Classical swine fever (CSF)
What laboratory diagnostic methods can I use to diagnose classical swine fever? Which one should I choose according to the situation? How do I interpret the results?
Laboratory diagnostics: Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae
What laboratory diagnostic methods can I use to diagnose M. hyo? Which one should I choose according to the situation? How do I interpret the results?
Laboratory diagnostics: African swine fever
What laboratory diagnostic methods can I use to diagnose African swine fever? Which one should I choose according to the situation? How do I interpret the results?
The AASV guidelines for PRRS status classification evolve
We review what's new in the American Association of Swine Veterinarians (AASV) guidelines, which include new monitoring techniques and expanded and modified categories.
Laboratory diagnostics: Aujeszky’s disease (Pseudorabies - PRV)
What laboratory diagnostic methods can I use to diagnose Aujeszky’s disease? Which one should I choose according to the situation? How do I interpret the results?
Laboratory diagnostics: Streptococcus suis infection
What laboratory diagnostic methods can I use to diagnose Streptococcus suis? Which one should I choose according to the situation? How do I interpret the results?
Carcass disposal management for swine producers, a practical review (part 1)
Pros and cons of the most used carcass disposal systems: burial, composting, incineration, and rendering. Impacts on environment and biosecurity.
Livestock associated MRSA – what is the appropriate level of concern?
After more than a decade there is little to suggest that LA-MRSA poses an imminent threat to public health, even in countries where prevalence is high in pigs.
European strains of PRRSV in Korea
Type 1 PRRSV is highly prevalent in Korean swine herds and currently reproductive failure is more important consequence of infection with type 1 PRRSV, than is respiratory diseases in growing pigs.