Biosecurity and Infection Control for Veterinarians Caring for Livestock: A Guide for Daily Threats

Biosecurity and infection control are important aspects of veterinary medicine and livestock production. In fact, cattle, sheep, and goat industries all rank biosecurity and disease prevention among the highest priority areas in livestock management. Although attention and planning have improved over the years among producers, the daily activities of a veterinarian can prevent or promote the spread of contagious disease agents. Awareness and knowledge of principles for infection control are the greatest tools to ward off serious consequences related to the spread of contagious disease. Indeed, veterinarians and livestock producers should endeavor to take all necessary precautions to mitigate foreseeable risks.