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Timely Topic Archive
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BSE cases declining worldwide
The United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) released a recent report announcing the worldwide decline in the number of cases of Bovine Spongiform Encepalopathy (BSE) or “mad cow disease”. The FAO report stated the rate of reported cases of BSE has dropped 50% each year over the past three years.
Author: Sharon Clowser, Extension Assistant
Date published: Mar-30-06
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Foodborne Illnesses Decline
New data released from the Foodborne Diseases Active Surveillance Network (FoodNet) of CDC's Emerging Infections Program show that foodborne illness and the incidence of pathogens in food have declined significantly.
Author: Sharon Clowser, Extension Assistant
Date published: Apr-24-06
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Ballistic Approaches to Vaccinating Bison Against Brucellosis
National Animal Disease Center scientists in Ames, Iowa, are trying to protect bison—as well as livestock—against brucellosis, a dangerous and costly disease, by firing vaccine-filled projectiles at close range into the bisons' muscle tissues.
Author: Sharon Clowser, Extension Assistant
Date published: Jun-19-06
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Benefits of using antimicrobials
Antibiotics are a precious resource that must be used prudently or they will become less effective. Lots of controversy surrounds how to best use antibiotics. A report prepared by the Institute of Food Technologists concludes that prudent use of decontaminants, sanitizers and other antimicrobial treatments in the production and manufacturing of food appears to generate no bacterial resistance of concern to human health. This includes antibacterial soaps for home use, too.
Author: Dr. David Smith, Professor and Extension Veterinarian
Date published: Jul-03-06
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Pandemic influenza website
If you are feeling overwhelmed by all the news about avian influenza, you are not alone. It is difficult to separate the hype from the truth. The United States Department of Health and Human Services has created a website to provide information about pandemic and avian influenza, including bird and animal issues. The URL is http://pandemicflu.gov/
Author: Dr. David Smith, Professor and Extension Veterinarian
Date published: Jul-05-06
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Sixth case of BSE found in Canada
Final test results (July 4, 2006) have confirmed bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) in a mature cross-bred beef cow from Manitoba. This is the sixth case of BSE identified in Canada.
Author: Dr. David Smith, Professor and Extension Veterinarian
Date published: Jul-05-06
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AGRICULTURE SECRETARY MIKE JOHANNS ON REOPENING THE JAPANESE MARKET TO U.S. BEEF
July 27, 2006 "I am pleased that Japan announced today it would resume imports of U.S. beef from cattle 20 months of age and younger. This has been a long process as we've confirmed that our system is in full compliance with Japan's import requirements and provided Japan with clear, scientific data confirming that American beef is extremely safe. It is gratifying to know that these efforts paid-off, as did the patience demonstrated by Congress.
Author: Dr. David Smith, Professor and Extension Veterinarian
Date published: Jul-27-06
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Canada's 7th BSE case confirmed
July 13, 2006 - 15:00 EST The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has confirmed bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) in a 50-month-old dairy cow from Alberta. The animal was first reported on Monday, July 10, based on preliminary test results. The entire carcass has been incinerated and did not enter the human or animal feed systems.
Author: Dr. David Smith, Professor and Extension Veterinarian
Date published: Jul-27-06
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Managing Heat Stress in Cattle
July and August bring long hours of high ambient temperatures and the risk for heat stress in cattle. Cattle don’t handle heat as well as humans and producers must anticipate heat stress and manage appropriately.
Author: Dr. David Smith, Professor and Extension Veterinarian
Date published: Jul-29-06
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Update in PRRSV vaccinology
In 1987 Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome (PRRS) was first diagnosed in the U.S. The disease-causing virus (PRRSV) was identified in 1991, and several different strains of the virus have since been isolated from field cases. New approaches to PRRSV vaccination are currently under investigation.
Author: Dr. Marilia Oliveira, DVM, MS
Date published: Nov-02-06
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