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Animals : an open access journal from MDPI2022; 12(8); 957; doi: 10.3390/ani12080957

Virus Infection in Equine.

Abstract: The relationship between men and horses has significantly evolved over the last century [...].
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Publication Date: 2022-04-08 PubMed ID: 35454204PubMed Central: PMC9030645DOI: 10.3390/ani12080957Google Scholar: Lookup
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This research article explores the relationship between humans and horses, and how that connection has led to an increased awareness and study of virus infection in equines. The paper presents a thorough review of various viral infections commonly found in horses.

Article Overview

The article underscores the significance of the bond between humans and horses in raising awareness and driving research related to equine viral infections. It conducts an exhaustive exploration of various viral infections that typically affect horses.

About Human-Equine Relationship

  • The paper talks about the evolution of the relationship between humans and horses in the past century. Where horses were once primarily used for labor and transport, they are now often seen as companions and athletes. Due to this deeper connection, there’s been an increased interest in understanding and treating equine health issues.
  • The bond between people and horses not only lead to an emotional connection but also encouraged the study of equine health, ultimately contributing to the research on equine viral infections.

Viral Infections in Horses

  • The paper presents a comprehensive review of several viral infections that horses often contract. The depth of information provided suggests that this is meant to serve as a reference for those interested in the field, consolidating current knowledge on the topic and identifying areas where more research might be necessary.
  • Such understanding of these viral infections is crucial, not only for the wellbeing of the horses but also for preventing potential zoonotic diseases – diseases that can be passed from animals to humans.

Impact of the Study

  • This research might influence health care policies for equines by providing a detailed perspective about various types of viral infections that affect horses. The insights provided may be used to improve current treatment methods or perhaps develop new ones.
  • The findings of this research could be vital in controlling the spread of zoonotic diseases, as increased understanding of equine viruses could lead to better preventive measures.

Cite This Article

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Steinman A, Erster O, Tirosh-Levy S. (2022). Virus Infection in Equine. Animals (Basel), 12(8), 957. https://doi.org/10.3390/ani12080957

Publication

Animals : an open access journal from MDPI
ISSN: 2076-2615
NlmUniqueID: 101635614
Country: Switzerland
Language: English
Volume: 12
Issue: 8
PII: 957

Researcher Affiliations

Steinman, Amir
  • Koret School of Veterinary Medicine, The Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Environment, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Rehovot 7610001, Israel.
Erster, Oran
  • Central Virology Laboratory, Ministry of Health, Haim Sheba Medical Center, Ramat-Gan 5265601, Israel.
Tirosh-Levy, Sharon
  • Koret School of Veterinary Medicine, The Robert H. Smith Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Environment, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Rehovot 7610001, Israel.

Conflict of Interest Statement

The authors declare no conflict of interest.

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