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Increased outbreaks of monkeypox highlight gaps in actual disease burden in Sub-Saharan Africa and in animal reservoirs (2022)
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Haider, N., Guitian, J., Simons, D., Asogun, D., Ansumana, R., Honeyborne, I., …Zumla, A. (2022). Increased outbreaks of monkeypox highlight gaps in actual disease burden in Sub-Saharan Africa and in animal reservoirs. International Journal of Infectious Diseases, 122, 107-111. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijid.2022.05.058

We explain research gaps on Monkeypox (MPX) virus epidemiology in endemic countries and present hypotheses for the recent increase of MPX cases in West Africa as a possible explanation for the current epidemic in Europe, America, and Australia. The d... Read More about Increased outbreaks of monkeypox highlight gaps in actual disease burden in Sub-Saharan Africa and in animal reservoirs.

Wildlife health outcomes and opportunities in conservation translocations (2022)
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Beckmann, K. M., Cromie, R. L., Sainsbury, A. W., Hilton, G. M., Ewen, J. G., Soorae, P. S., & Kock, R. A. (2022). Wildlife health outcomes and opportunities in conservation translocations. Ecological Solutions and Evidence, 3(3), https://doi.org/10.1002/2688-8319.12164

1. It is intuitive that the health status of wildlife might influence conservation translocation outcomes, however health as a topic has received limited attention in the conservation translocation literature. We determined the forms and frequency of... Read More about Wildlife health outcomes and opportunities in conservation translocations.

2022 Update of the Consensus on the Rational Use of Antithrombotics and Thrombolytics in Veterinary Critical Care - Domain 6 - Defining rational use of thrombolytics (2022)
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Chan, D. (2022). 2022 Update of the Consensus on the Rational Use of Antithrombotics and Thrombolytics in Veterinary Critical Care - Domain 6 - Defining rational use of thrombolytics. Journal of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care, https://doi.org/10.1111/vec.13227

Abstract Objectives: To systematically review available evidence and establish guidelines related to the use of thrombolytics for the management of small animals with suspected or confirmed thrombosis. Design: PICO (Population, Intervention, Co... Read More about 2022 Update of the Consensus on the Rational Use of Antithrombotics and Thrombolytics in Veterinary Critical Care - Domain 6 - Defining rational use of thrombolytics.

Molecular characterization of extended spectrum cephalosporin resistant Escherichia coli isolated from livestock and in-contact humans in Southeast Nigeria (2022)
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Olorunleke, S., Kirchner, M., Duggett, N., AbuOun, M., Okorie-Kanu, O., Stevens, K., …Anjum, M. (2022). Molecular characterization of extended spectrum cephalosporin resistant Escherichia coli isolated from livestock and in-contact humans in Southeast Nigeria. Frontiers in Microbiology, 13, https://doi.org/10.3389/fmicb.2022.937968

The rise in antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in bacteria is reducing therapeutic options for livestock and human health, with a paucity of information globally. To fill this gap, a One-Health approach was taken by sampling livestock on farms (n = 52),... Read More about Molecular characterization of extended spectrum cephalosporin resistant Escherichia coli isolated from livestock and in-contact humans in Southeast Nigeria.

NO Synthesis but Not Apoptosis, Mitosis or Inflammation Can Explain Correlations between Flow Directionality and Paracellular Permeability of Cultured Endothelium (2022)
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Ghim, M., Yang, S., David, K. R. Z., Eustaquio, J., Warboys, C. M., & Weinberg, P. D. (2022). NO Synthesis but Not Apoptosis, Mitosis or Inflammation Can Explain Correlations between Flow Directionality and Paracellular Permeability of Cultured Endothelium. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 23(15), 8076. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms23158076

Haemodynamic wall shear stress varies from site to site within the arterial system and is thought to cause local variation in endothelial permeability to macromolecules. Our aim was to investigate mechanisms underlying the changes in paracellular per... Read More about NO Synthesis but Not Apoptosis, Mitosis or Inflammation Can Explain Correlations between Flow Directionality and Paracellular Permeability of Cultured Endothelium.

Leptospirosis vaccination in dogs attending UK primary care practices: vaccine uptake and factors associated with administration (2022)
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Taylor, C., O'Neill, D., Catchpole, B., & Brodbelt, D. (2022). Leptospirosis vaccination in dogs attending UK primary care practices: vaccine uptake and factors associated with administration. BMC Veterinary Research, 18(285), https://doi.org/10.1186/s12917-022-03382-6

Background Leptospirosis is a zoonotic disease that is found globally and affects most mammalian species. Vaccination of dogs against leptospirosis is an important approach to preventing clinical disease, or reducing disease severity, as well as red... Read More about Leptospirosis vaccination in dogs attending UK primary care practices: vaccine uptake and factors associated with administration.

Molecular Characterization of Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase Producing Multidrug-Resistant Escherichia coli isolates from Livestock and in-contact Humans in Southeast Nigeria (2022)
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Brunton, L., Olorunleke, S., Kirchner, M., Duggett, N., AbuOun, M., Okorie-Kanu, O., …Anjum, M. (2022). Molecular Characterization of Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase Producing Multidrug-Resistant Escherichia coli isolates from Livestock and in-contact Humans in Southeast Nigeria. Frontiers in Microbiology, https://doi.org/10.3389/fmicb.2022.937968

Anaemia in Lambs and Kids Reared Indoors on Maternal Milk and the Impact of Iron Supplementation on Haemoglobin Levels and Growth Rates (2022)
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Crilly, J. P., & Plate, P. (2022). Anaemia in Lambs and Kids Reared Indoors on Maternal Milk and the Impact of Iron Supplementation on Haemoglobin Levels and Growth Rates. Animals, 12(14), 1863. https://doi.org/10.3390/ani12141863

Abstract: This study aimed to assess iron deficiency anaemia in new-born lambs and goat kids and was carried out in two parts: (1) Twenty blood samples were taken from one-month-old lambs and kids under different systems and were tested for haemogl... Read More about Anaemia in Lambs and Kids Reared Indoors on Maternal Milk and the Impact of Iron Supplementation on Haemoglobin Levels and Growth Rates.

Survey on vaccination technique in UK sheep farmers and the impact of training (2022)
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Hall, L., Reilly, B., & Blackie, N. (2022). Survey on vaccination technique in UK sheep farmers and the impact of training. Veterinary Record, https://doi.org/10.1002/vetr.1798

Background: Vaccines are commonly used in sheep farming. Compliance with vaccination protocols, and subsequent suboptimal vaccination technique are concerns in the industry. Methods: An online survey was distributed to UK sheep farmers containing 3... Read More about Survey on vaccination technique in UK sheep farmers and the impact of training.

Mixed-Effects Modelling of the Risk Factors Associated with Multiple Pregnancies in Thoroughbred Mares (2022)
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Salem, S. E., Sinnott, A., Roach, J. M., Verheyen, K. L. P., & de Mestre, A. M. (in press). Mixed-Effects Modelling of the Risk Factors Associated with Multiple Pregnancies in Thoroughbred Mares. Animals, 12(14), 1841. https://doi.org/10.3390/ani12141841

Multiple pregnancies (MPs) are commonly diagnosed during breeding management of mares. Whilst some studies have reported on factors associated with the risk of MPs, few have utilised multivariable data analysis to control for confounding variables. A... Read More about Mixed-Effects Modelling of the Risk Factors Associated with Multiple Pregnancies in Thoroughbred Mares.

Exploring Barriers to One Health Antimicrobial Stewardship in Sri Lanka: A Qualitative Study among Healthcare Professionals (2022)
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Gunasekara, Y., Kinnison, T., Kottawatta, S., Kalupahana, R., & Silva-Fletcher, A. (2022). Exploring Barriers to One Health Antimicrobial Stewardship in Sri Lanka: A Qualitative Study among Healthcare Professionals. Antibiotics, 11(7), https://doi.org/10.3390/antibiotics11070968

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a global health threat, but little is known about the perceptions regarding antimicrobials and AMR among healthcare professionals in Sri Lanka. This research aimed to take a One Health approach to explore the knowled... Read More about Exploring Barriers to One Health Antimicrobial Stewardship in Sri Lanka: A Qualitative Study among Healthcare Professionals.

Knowledge gaps in invasive species infections: Alien mammals of European Union concern as a case study (2022)
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Chinchio, E., Romeo, C., Crotta, M., & Ferrari, N. (2022). Knowledge gaps in invasive species infections: Alien mammals of European Union concern as a case study. Science of the Total Environment, 846, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scitotenv.2022.157448

Invasive Alien Species (IAS), i.e. species introduced by humans outside their natural geographic range, may act as host or vectors of pathogens of both human and animal health relevance. Although it has been recognized that IAS should deserve more at... Read More about Knowledge gaps in invasive species infections: Alien mammals of European Union concern as a case study.

Cat-Owner Relationship and Cat Behaviour: Effects of the COVID-19 Confinement and Implications for Feline Management (2022)
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Riggio, G., Borrelli, C., Piotti, P., Grondona, A., Gazzano, A., Di Iacovo, F., …Mariti, C. (2022). Cat-Owner Relationship and Cat Behaviour: Effects of the COVID-19 Confinement and Implications for Feline Management. Veterinary Sciences, 9(7), https://doi.org/10.3390/vetsci9070369

Simple Summary The aim of this study was to explore the effects of the Italian COVID-19 lockdown on the cat-owner relationship and on cat behaviour. In order to do so, we used a questionnaire to obtain information on the owner and cat's demographics,... Read More about Cat-Owner Relationship and Cat Behaviour: Effects of the COVID-19 Confinement and Implications for Feline Management.

A RETROSPECTIVE STUDY IDENTIFYING RISK FACTORS FOR DACRYOCYSTITIS IN PET RABBITS (2022)
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Hedley, J., Ede, V., & Dawson, C. (2022). A RETROSPECTIVE STUDY IDENTIFYING RISK FACTORS FOR DACRYOCYSTITIS IN PET RABBITS. Veterinary Record, https://doi.org/10.1002/vetr.1903

Background: Dacryocystitis has been suggested to be a relatively common condition in pet rabbits and is often associated with concurrent disease. The aim of this study was to investigate potential risk factors associated with dacryocystitis in a pet... Read More about A RETROSPECTIVE STUDY IDENTIFYING RISK FACTORS FOR DACRYOCYSTITIS IN PET RABBITS.