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Veterinary VertexA One Health Approach to Detecting and Reporting Non-Native Zoonotic PathogensSend us a textHow can a stray kitten spark an investigation that spans hundreds of miles and delves into the heart of zoonotic disease control? Join us as Dr. Ann Carpenter and Dr. Ryan Wallace unravel the surprising discovery of a raccoon rabies virus variant found far from its expected territory. Their expertise sheds light on the critical yet often unseen role veterinarians play in identifying and reporting zoonotic diseases, underscoring the need for vigilance and the diverse career opportunities within the profession. Through their stories, you'll gain insights into the complexities of rabies diagnostics and...
2024-12-1717 min
Outbreak NewsRabies: The fatal Virginia case and some important lessonsRabies is a topic we report on on the website often and have discussed on the podcast several times. Last May, we reported on a human rabies death in a Virginia resident who traveled overseas, where she contracted it. Last week in the CDC publication, the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report or (MMWR), they published a report on this tragic case which detailed the case and offered some very important recommendations. Joining me on today's show to discuss the case is Julia Murphy, DVM. Dr Murphy is the State Public Health Veterinarian at...
2019-01-1215 min