Infectious Diseases & Epidemiology

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.

You know that leptospirosis can be a chameleon. Here's a review to help you know when to suspect it and what to do about it.

Mary Bowles, DVM, DACVIM, discusses the finer points of this specific test.

An overview of the importance of timing and risk assessment when developing vaccine protocols for pediatric patients.

These researchers are the first to examine this question in client-owned dogs.

Spanish health authorities concerned that dogs could spread the disease.

Dr. Miller reviews the impact this medical advance has had on modern veterinary and human medicine.

Agriculture Secretary Vilsack pledges $26.2 million to aid veterinary effort to combat deadly porcine disease.

Veterinary researchers still uncertain about severity of the disease, its involvement in the deaths of several dogs.

Annual veterinary report on the state of pet health calls increases in FIV and Lyme disease 'staggering.'

Federal assistance comes after political pressure and continued spread of deadly virus despite massive veterinary response.

Help veterinary technicians master their jobs with this sample five-week technician expectation log.

This potentially fatal zoonotic disease is becoming more prevalent in the U.S., making it even more crucial to look out for clinical signs.

Consider this sample veterinary team newsletter, then create your own to boost team spirit.

Researchers at Kansas State University have created a quicker, more effective way to identify the known strains of this deadly virus in dogs.

Methicillin-resistant organisms are being recovered more and more frequently from canine skin cultures, and concerns about transmission are increasing.

Five investigators to be given $15,000 to carry out studies in 2014.