#veterinaryscience

[savetstudent]

Deworming for Humans??

I’m interested to find out more about what vets use to deworm themselves? 

We haven’t learnt a lot about this in South Africa and we generally use over the counter drugs such as Vermox (Mebendazole). I’ve been wondering if this is effective for us who are exposed to worms on a daily basis and what other vet students have learnt about deworming in humans. 

[becthevet]

My week of exotics placement is done!! I ended up enjoying it a lot more than I thought I would!! There were a tonne of birds (including this barn owl 😱) and that awesome chance to see a wombat IRL. Next week I have a holiday (in which I'll do some assignments 😓) and then spay week 😰 🐴 #vetschool #vet #vetmed #exoticvet #owl #barnowl #radiograph #vetstudent #veterinaryscience #5thyr

[savetstudent]

Yesterday was my last day of lectures ever!! 🎉 To celebrate, it is tradition for the class to dress up and decorate the lecture halls. In my five years of vet school so far I have done 49 subjects and written 98 tests and 52 exams!! Now I have just a few more exams left and then I'll be starting with the clinical part of the course working in my vet school's teaching hospital for 18 months.

[savetstudent]

Only 2 days of lectures left for my veterinary student career 😏😃🤓🤗🎉😎💁🏻😜

[becthevet]

When you get a super neat line of practice sutures you celebrate 🎉 🐶 Another week of rotations done and dusted! This week was spey week. I got to perform my first solo (but supervised) dog castrate, cat castrate, and a dog spey! (Also a bonus dental). All my surgeries went swimmingly! Each of my patients recovered and have gone home no longer able to reproduce 😁 Next week: GP! 🐶 #vetschool #suturing #suture #stiches #medschool #vetmedicine #vet #veterinaryscience #veterinary #vetstudent #5thyear #vetscience #vetschoollife

[newsababil360]

New World screwworm fly infestation alarms officials, endangers cattle industry

## Invisible Threat: Screwworm Flies Resurface, Putting U.S. Cattle at Risk Federal and state animal‑health agencies have issued urgent alerts after surveys detected isolated populations of the New World screwworm fly (*Cochliomyia hominivorax*) in Texas and Florida. The parasite’s larvae feed on living tissue, and untreated infestations can be fatal to cattle, sheep and other livestock. While officials emphasize that meat and fruit are not contaminated, the potential economic fallout could surpass previous estimates, prompting a rapid mobilization of eradication resources. ### Key Takeaways - **Geographic hotspots identified**: Confirmed screwworm presence in specific counties of Texas and Florida, prompting targeted surveillance. - **Health impact**: Larvae invade open wounds, consuming flesh and potentially leading to death if not treated promptly. - **Meat safety assurance**: The parasite does not affect the safety of processed meat or fruit, mitigating consumer‑level food‑security concerns. - **Economic stakes**: Projected losses could exceed prior regional outbreaks, threatening profitability for ranchers and the broader livestock supply chain. - **Response strategy**: Federal and state agencies are deploying sterile‑male release programs, enhanced field inspections, and mandatory treatment protocols for affected herds. - **Veterinary vigilance**: Prompt identification and treatment of wound infestations are critical; veterinarians are being urged to report suspected cases immediately. - **Regulatory coordination**: USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is collaborating with the Texas Animal Health Commission and the Florida Department of Agriculture to synchronize containment efforts. - **Historical context**: The screwworm was eradicated from the United States in the 1960s through the sterile‑male technique; its resurgence underscores gaps in ongoing surveillance. - **Industry preparedness**: Ranchers are advised to review biosecurity plans, ensure wound management protocols, and maintain up‑to‑date treatment inventories. - **Long‑term outlook**: Successful suppression will depend on sustained funding, cross‑jurisdictional cooperation, and rapid field response to new infestations. #ScrewwormAlert #CattleHealth #LivestockProtection #VeterinaryScience #AgricultureThreat #TexasFarms #FloridaRanching #AnimalHealth #ParasiticInfestation #newsababil360 [Read Full Article](https://news.ababil360.com/new-world-screwworm-fly-infestation-alarms-officials-endangers-cattle-industry/)

[jvppeditor]

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is an important public health problem worldwide in humans and animals. Colistin is extensively used in veterinary medicine to control and treat enteric infections in poultry and swine, emphasizing the need to consider a One Health approach when dealing with colistin resistance. The present study aimed to provide a concise overview of the global antimicrobial resistance burden and the critical status of colistin within the World Health Organization (WHO) and European Medicines Agency (EMA) frameworks. The WHO classifies colistin in its Access, Watch, and Reserve (AWaRe) class reserve group, and the EMA restricts its use in veterinary medicine, categorizing colistin as restricted (Category B).

Available at:https://doi.org/10.58803/jvpp.v4i4.67

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[jvppeditor]

Spirochetes of Leptospira spp. are responsible for leptospirosis, a zoonotic bacterial infection that affects various animal species, particularly canines. The present study aimed to report the detailed clinical presentation, management, post-mortem examinations, and histopathological findings of a 5-year-old male Boerboel dog displaying signs of acute illness, including anorexia, constipation, and emesis.

Case report: The dog was presented to the small animal clinic, Department of Veterinary Services, Ministry of Agriculture and Food Systems, Ikeja, Lagos State, Nigeria. Initial physical examinations revealed lethargy, pale mucous membranes, and constipation; laxatives and enemas were administered. The dog’s condition worsened, and then an exploratory laparotomy was performed, revealing a distended, obstructed intestine. Post-surgical care included antimicrobial and fluid therapy; however, the dog died a few days after the surgery. Necropsy revealed significant findings, including fatty liver, haemorrhagic enteritis, and lymphadenomegaly. Histopathological findings of the liver exhibited moderate hepatic lipidosis, inflammatory cell infiltration, and cholestasis. Renal samples exhibited interstitial nephritis and tubular degeneration. Reactive changes in gut-associated lymphoid tissues were observed in the intestinal samples. The polymerase chain reaction result for the Leptospira 16S rRNA gene was positive in the liver, confirming the diagnosis of canine leptospirosis.

Available at :https://doi.org/10.58803/jvpp.v4i4.63

#veterinarymedicine #veterinary #medecine #Research #jvpp

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