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Reemerging/Notifiable Diseases to Watch
Sherrilyn H Wainwright1, Cristina W Cunha2, Brett Webb3
1United States Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, Veterinary Services, 2150 Centre Avenue, Building B, Fort Collins, CO 80526, USA.
Summary
Reemerging cattle diseases like malignant catarrhal fever, bluetongue virus, and New World screwworm threaten livestock. Early recognition of clinical signs is crucial for prompt reporting to animal health officials to prevent outbreaks.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Animal Health
- Disease Surveillance
Background:
- Reemerging and notifiable diseases pose significant risks to cattle and bison health, impacting production and producer livelihoods.
- Understanding clinical presentations is vital for early detection and reporting of potential disease incursions.
- Timely reporting to State and Federal Animal Health Officials is essential for disease control.
Purpose of the Study:
- To increase awareness of specific reemerging and notifiable diseases in cattle and bison.
- To provide information on the clinical presentation of selected diseases for differential diagnosis.
- To emphasize the importance of recognizing and reporting suspicious cases.
Main Methods:
- Review of clinical signs associated with malignant catarrhal fever.
- Description of diagnostic considerations for bluetongue virus.
- Information on the identification and management of New World screwworm.
Main Results:
- Malignant catarrhal fever presents with characteristic clinical signs.
- Bluetongue virus can manifest with varied clinical presentations.
- New World screwworm infestation requires prompt identification and intervention.
Conclusions:
- Awareness of malignant catarrhal fever, bluetongue virus, and New World screwworm is critical for veterinarians and producers.
- Early recognition of suggestive clinical signs aids in differential diagnosis.
- Prompt reporting facilitates effective disease management and prevention strategies.
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