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Getting to Grips with Strangles
Streptococcus equi, the bacterium that causes Strangles.
Worldwide experts meet in Stockholm to learn about recent progress on tackling the disease.

Stockholm plays host to an international Strangles Conference over 27/28 May when scientists and veterinary surgeons from all over the world congregate at Ulfsunda Castle to further their knowledge on this devastating equine disease.
 
Strangles is the most commonly diagnosed infectious disease of horses worldwide and is of major welfare and economic importance. The conference will discuss recent scientific advances made possible through the completion of the Streptococcus equi and Streptococcus zooepidemicus genome sequencing projects and their implications for the prevention of Strangles.
 
Carl Robinson, senior scientist at the Animal Health Trust, said: “Access to the genetic makeup of these closely related bacteria has revolutionised our ability to design better diagnostic tests and vaccines. This meeting is a fantastic opportunity to bring together the world experts and really make a difference towards the eradication of Strangles.”

Further information on the conference is available from www.aht.org.uk

 

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Practices urged to audit neutering data

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 RCVS Knowledge has called on vet practices to audit their post-operative neutering outcomes.

It follows the release of the 2024 NASAN benchmarking report, which collates data from neutering procedures performed on dogs, cats and rabbits.

The benchmarking report enables practices in the UK and Ireland to compare their post-operative outcomes to the national average. This includes the rate of patients lost to follow-up, which in 2024 increased to 23 per cent.

Anyone from the practice can submit the data using a free template. The deadline for next report is February 2026.

Visit the RCVS Knowledge website to complete an audit. 

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UK's BSE risk status downgraded

The WOAH has downgraded the UK's international risk status for BSE to 'negligible'.

Defra says that the UK's improved risk status recognises the reputation for having the highest standards for biosecurity. It adds that it demonstrates decades of rigorous animal control.

Outbreaks of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy, also known as mad cow disease, have previously resulted in bans on Britain's beef exports.

The UK's new status could lead to expanded trade and better confidence in British beef.

Christine Middlemiss, the UK's chief veterinary officer, said: "WOAH's recognition of the UK as negligible risk for BSE is a significant milestone and is a testament to the UK's strong biosecurity measures and the hard work and vigilance of farmers and livestock keepers across the country who have all played their part in managing the spread of this disease.