Infectious Diseases & Epidemiology

Alveo Technologies Inc. and the Fraunhofer Institute for Cell Therapy and Immunology IZI are collaborating on a pathogen test that can deliver quick and precise results

Mark J. Acierno, DVM, MBA, DACVIM, talks about his lecture “Leptospirosis: Current Recommendations and What is the Risk to Veterinary Professionals”

The Phibro Animal Health product is the first of its kind for controlling mortality in some aquatic species

Richard Gerhold, DVM, MS, PhD, DACVM (Parasitology), associate professor at the College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville, discusses some ways that humans can help combat diseases associated with these pathogens

Three hundred teams worked to vaccinate dogs in Cambodia as part of Worldwide Veterinary Service’s Mission Rabies project.

Veterinary and public health officials share the important roles of surveillance and prevention strategies, insights on the virus's transmission pathways, historical context, the One Health approach, and highlights effective precautionary measures to mitigate H5N1 risks.

A 10-month-old kitten survives FIP with 2 recently available medications

The rare stallion is being treated for clostridial myositis after presenting to the hospital with concerning vital signs

Bats are known carriers of a number of zoonotic diseases, but a recent study found no presence of the parasite Trypanosoma cruzi

Lauren Thielen, DVM, DABVP (Avian Practice), talks about the avian respiratory system, including what makes birds susceptible to respiratory infections

Lauren Thielen, DVM, DiplABVP (Avian Practice) offers a preview of her upcoming lecture at the Southwest Veterinary Symposium in Fort Worth, Texas

The announcement comes after a diagnosis of New World screwworm in a horse

Molnupiravir has shown to be a promising option for treating feline infectious peritonitis as a first- and second-line therapy

New research shows ‘food theft’ could be a point of transmission for the deadly H5N1 virus

Researchers made the discovery in tissue from 2 cats that had died in 2008, and say it provides new understanding of the disease

An experimental vaccine that protects against Deformed Wing Virus-B has showed promise in studies

A 6-month-old Belgian cross colt, diagnosed with equine influenza virus and refeeding syndrome, is months into his recovery road

The investment includes funding for high-priority research initiatives on zoonotic infectious diseases, vaccines, animal welfare, and more

A veterinarian discusses infodemics, how they can affect global health care, and what experts can do to help avoid the next one

Innovative treatment has saved more than 250 cats from disease previously thought to be untreatable

Texas A&M researchers report the potential for the species to contribute to disease recirculation among each other’s populations

Drs Adam Christman and Christopher Byers highlight recent FIP treatment advancements

Colorado’s health department published a guidance document for veterinary professionals testing felines for avian flu and indicators of an H5N1 infection

A wild mountain lion is the first documented case in North America

By keeping dogs healthy and owners educated, veterinarians can block the spread of canine zoonoses to people