PRRS
6 November, 2024
Porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus (PRRSV) has evolved over time with mechanisms to replicate better in its host, spread faster between pigs, and escape immunity. As a result, PRRSV is difficult to control by vaccination alone. In this expert session, Prof Nauwynck talked about the evolution of PRRSV and its genetic basis, and how to control PRRS with a new vaccination strategy and accompanying measures.
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avian influenza
September 25, 2024
In our recent expert session with poultry specialist Professor Sjaak de Wit, he discussed the latest developments in avian influenza. Avian influenza is a major concern for poultry farmers and, increasingly, for public health. Sjaak provided an update on the latest developments in the field. He discussed both high and low pathogenic circulating strains, their clinical outcomes, virulence and the models and tools available to control avian influenza.
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Cryptosporidium parvum calf model
Wednesday 5 June 2024
Our experts Debora Smits and Erik van Engelen discussed the development and use of the Cryptosporidium parvum calf model. The importance of C. parvum infection, the mechanism of disease and burden of disease will be described. Additionally, they showed how an experimental model gives more insight in the course of infection and gives tools for the evaluation of preventive or curative measures.
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August 22, 2024
We are receiving a lot of questions and requests from international partners to share experience and knowledge about the BTV-3 outbreak. In order to fulfil this request. René van den Brom, DVM, PhD, DipECSRHM, Emma Strous, DVM, DipECBHM and Inge Santman-Berends, MSc, PhD, shared their experience and knowledge with international partners in a webinar chaired by Gerdien van Schaik, MSc, PhD.
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April 20, 2022
Our Senior Scientist Sjaak de Wit hosted a PTS webinar about how proficiency testing works and why you should participate.
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Influenza in Pigs
Tuesday 27 February 2024
Our pig expert Lucía Dieste Pérez discussed the latest developments in influenza research and diagnostic tools. The current understanding of the influenza virus, the clinical picture in the field, control tools and insights into current circulating strains. We also explored diagnostic approaches at GD, including our autopsy room, laboratory facilities and proficiency testing schemes, and all we can mean for you, your studies and your clients.
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April 30, 2020
Digital Dermatitis (DD and previously called Mortellaro disease) is a painful infectious hoof disorder of the horn-skin border of the claw. This claw problem has a major impact on the life expectancy of the dairy cows. Good preventive management against DD starts with a clear overview of crucial management indicators. In this webinar Menno Holzhauer, Veterinary Specialist Bovine Health Management, will discuss the latest insights in the control of DD with the support of a new 7 point control plan.
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May 13, 2020,
Coccidiosis is a parasitic disease caused by the Eimeria species and causes damage in the gut of the chicken. All poultry flocks will face a challenge with coccidia. The goal of Coccidiosis control is to lower the pressure in the flock and surrounding, so the impact is minimized and controlled. In this webinar we will further discuss the impact and solutions regarding coccidiosis.
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March 18, 2020
Salmonella prevention starts with placing salmonella-free animals, in a Salmonella-free house and salmonella-free feed. On the other hand, if there’s already a presence of salmonella on farm, which and where are the risk factors for a re-contamination in the next cycle. In addition, good hygiene, in the broadest sense, is of utmost importance.
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Bovine Respiratory Disease
September 14, 2023
Respiratory diseases are a major challenge for the young calf and thus for livestock farming and societal interests such as One Health and animal welfare. Research on calf pneumonia, disease factors and pathogen detection showed intriguing findings which our experts Jasper het Lam, DVM and Erik van Engelen, MSc, PhD discussed during this Expert session on September 14th 2023.
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