Infectious Diseases & Epidemiology

In which we explore strange new zoonoses, seek out better diagnostics and new treatments, and engineer cats for world peace. (Really.)

Antibiotics that are medically important to people will soon be off-limits for growth promotion in livestock. And after Jan. 1, DVMs will decide what's medically necessary in animal feeds and what's not.

Dog shows, dog parks and other dog get-togethers are a prime place for pathogens to have a heyday. One group of veterinary researchers has created resources to help you and your clients keep these events safe.

Parvovirus is a much dreaded diagnosis, but these fragile puppies can make it through. Here's how.

Parvovirus is a much dreaded diagnosis, but these fragile puppies can make it through. Here's how.

Veterinary criticalist and toxicologist Justine Lee discusses a new out-patient protocol for parvo puppies.

Human use of contaminated equipment or product is the main risk of transmission.

What it is, how its transmittedand why this tick-borne disease might be going away.

State veterinarians office investigating the incident.

Unless we regularly communicate that rabies is a real and serious threat, the disease can easily become the 'boogeyman' of veterinary medicine--a mythical threat used to force pets to get more shots.

Equine flu. Canine flu. Now do we have to worry about the frog flu, too?

Veterinarian advocates testing immune response rather than giving vaccine unnecessarily.

Canine influenza = scary headlines. We know its contagious, but just how long do affected dogs shed the virus?

Identifying regional, local and clinic-level disease outbreaks benefits pets, clients and staff alike. Dr. Jason Stull is here with advice on resources and approaches to compiling disease data in your veterinary clinic.

Here's help to answer veterinary clients' questions about canine influenza.Getty ImagesThe facts

The University of Wisconsin reports an outbreak of H3N2 in cats a midwestern shelter.

A new study finds the ability to help distinguish between vaccinated versus truly infected cats using point-of-care tests only.

Quarantine or euthanasia no longer called for in exposed animals with an out-of-date rabies vaccination status.

Paul Nicoletti, long-time teacher and public health expert, considered tireless advocate for animal health and veterinary students.

Study claims lysine supplementation is ineffective for treating and preventing feline herpesvirus infection.

Help clients understand feral and outdoor cats can be a danger to their pet cats.

Researchers emphasize that testing does not supersede local laws but could open the door to new policies.

Officials hope to quell the transmission of disease by limiting transport of flocks.

Goal is to prepare for potential recurrence of highly pathogenic virus this fall.

K-State researchers work may prevent unnecessary vaccinations in at-risk pets.

Initial exposure to a tick-borne disease may have contributed to this puppy's susceptibility to this fungal disease, which can be deadly if disseminated. Would you be able to catch the signs of infection?

An update on this infectious disease from Dr. Richard Goldstein, Chief Medical Officer of the Animal Medical Center in New York.

Antimicrobial agents are commonly used in avian practice for the treatment of certain infectious diseases.

The latest information on bacterial contamination of fluid bags and ports, plus new tests for leptospirosis.

The take-home on this one? Think retroviral when you see inflammatory oral disease in cats.