The Swine Health Information Center (SHIC) will support diagnostic fees for emerging disease discovery in approved cases. Executive director Paul Sundberg encourages swine veterinarians to pick up a brochure at the SHIC technical booth at AASV with the 2016 plan of work outlined as well as a thumb drive with fact sheets about diseases of threats. Tuesday morning in the Emerging Disease and Response General Session, Sundberg, Scott Dee, Roger Main, Corey Brown, Craig Rowles, and Doug MacDougald will talk more about enhancing preparedness as well as SHIC research results and initiatives. George Charbonneau, AASV meeting program chair, encourages all to take time to attend the Tuesday general session. It will truly challenge us to think globally and act locally. [Source: SHIC]
Monthly Archives: February 2016
Swine Health Information Center Shares 2015 Progress Report at January Board Meeting and to NPB
On July 4, 2015, the Swine Health Information Center (SHIC) organized as a 501(c)3 with the mission to protect and enhance the health of the United States swine herd through coordinated global disease monitoring and targeted research investments that minimize the impact of future disease threats and analysis of swine health data. SHIC reviewed 2015 accomplishments recently at a SHIC board of directors meeting and for the National Pork Boardâs board of directors, both in January. A document outlining the details of 2015 accomplishments can be found under News at http://www.swinehealth.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/SHIC-2015-report.pdf.
Doctor-Diagnosed Health Problems in a Region with a High Density of Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations: A Cross-Sectional Study
There is growing interest in health risks of residents living near concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs). Previous research mostly focused on swine CAFOs and self-reported respiratory conditions. The aim was to study the association between the presence of swine, poultry, cattle and goat CAFOs and health of Dutch neighbouring residents using electronic medical records from general practitioners (GPs).
NIFA Webinar on New Veterinary Services Grant Program
USDAâs National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) will host the Veterinary Services Grant Program webinar on Feb 25, 1-2:30 p.m. EST to seek public comment and input regarding the new program.
Characterization of the Shedding Patterns of Seneca Valley Virus (Seneca Virus A) on One Sow Farm in Minnesota
Seneca Valley Virus (or Seneca Virus A (SVA)) has been detected swine farms in the United States with an alarmingly high rate since the summer of 2015. While not a new virus to the US or the world, little was known about the shedding patterns before now. This study was designed to describe the shedding patterns on one sow farm in the South central part of Minnesota. 2 days after the onset of clinical signs, and foreign animal disease investigation, 34 sows were identified in gestation based on presence of vesicular lesions on the snout and feet. From each sow, a tonsil swab, rectal swab, lesion swab, and serum sample were collected at 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, and 9 weeks post outbreak. From these samples, it is suggested that SVA is shed with considerable individual variation from tonsils for 6 â 9 weeks, the feces/rectum for 4 â 6 weeks, and snout lesions for 2 weeks. Additionally, there was a short viremic period of only 1 week. The results of this study shed light on the shedding patterns of SVA and might also suggest the use of tonsil swabs, or rope samples, for herd surveillance after the initial outbreak.
AASV Foundation Raffling Off a Mini (Cooper, that is)
Thanks to the generosity of MVP Laboratories, the AASV Foundation is raffling off a brand new 2016 Mini Cooper 2-door hardtop! This feisty little vehicle is described as an âautomotive on steroids.â Check out a photo of this $25,000 beauty, all decked out in Lapisluxury Blue with a white top, on the AASV web site. Raffle tickets are $100 and can be purchased at the AASV registration desk during the AASV Annual meeting or by contacting the AASV office following the meeting. Tickets are also available from AASVF auction committee members or AASVF board members. The lucky winner will be drawn during the AASV board of directors meeting March 21 in Perry, IA.
AASV Committee Meeting Schedule Posted
Just a reminder that the AASV committees will meet on Saturday February 27 during the association’s 47th Annual Meeting in New Orleans, LA. The meeting times and room assignments have been posted on the Annual Meeting website. All AASV members are welcome to attend any committee meeting. If you are interested in joining a committee, please contact the committee leader or the AASV office.
Position Announcement: Herd Veterinarian
End your job search with us, The Maschhoffs!The Maschhoffs, the largest independent pork producers in the U.S., is looking for a Herd Veterinarian, located within 60 mile radius of Pittsfield, Illinois.
AASV Proceedings Online
The Proceedings of the 2016 AASV Annual Meeting are now available for members to download from the AASV website at www.aasv.org/annmtg/proceedings/ (AASV member username and password with 2016 dues-paid status required). The proceedings papers are available in several formats:
AASV Office Closed February 25 – March 3
The AASV office will be closed Thursday, February 25 through Thursday, March 3 to allow staff to travel to and from New Orleans to conduct the 2016 AASV Annual Meeting. Online meeting registration is now closed, but registrations will be accepted on-site in New Orleans. Please anticipate delayed responses to email and voicemail messages while the office is closed. The AASV office will reopen on Friday, March 4. See you in New Orleans!