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The Veterinary record2021; 189(12); e1298; doi: 10.1002/vetr.1298

What can equine surveillance learn from surveillance of other species?

Abstract: Mary-Ellen Lloyd Tivey of the Royal Veterinary College, suggests that greater collaboration and encouraging engagement from horse owners and vets is key to strengthening scanning surveillance in equine populations.
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Publication Date: 2021-12-18 PubMed ID: 34918818DOI: 10.1002/vetr.1298Google Scholar: Lookup
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This research article discusses how strengthening collaboration and engagement from horse owners and vets can improve scanning surveillance in equine populations to monitor and manage equine health.

Introduction

  • The author, Mary-Ellen Lloyd Tivey of the Royal Veterinary College, explores the potential benefits of using surveillance techniques in other species to improve equine health surveillance.
  • Right at the onset, the article makes it clear that the involvement and engagement of horse owners and vets are crucial for the success of this strategy.

Importance of Collaboration

  • The research paper emphasizes on the importance of collaboration between horse owners, vets, and academic institutions or research organizations.
  • With increased communication and cooperation, more accurate and comprehensive data on equine health can be collected. This would provide a more robust system of monitoring, detecting, and managing health issues among equine.

Adopting Surveillance Techniques from Other Species

  • One of the main findings of the paper is how methods employed in surveillance of other species can be beneficial if utilized in the equine sector.
  • Such methods and lessons learned from their implementation may provide a blueprint for a more effective equine surveillance system.

Role of Engagement

  • The research emphasizes the role of engagement in strengthening equine surveillance. Meaningful engagement from horse owners and vets can greatly facilitate the collection of necessary health data.
  • Additionally, through an engaged relationship, vets and horse owners are likely to be more willing to participate in surveillance initiatives, thereby contributing to more effective scanning surveillance in equine populations.

Conclusion

  • By upscaling collaboration and encouraging active participation from horse owners and vets, more comprehensive and accurate equine surveillance becomes achievable.
  • This boosts the effectiveness of equine health management strategies and ultimately improves the overall health of the equine population.

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Tivey ML. (2021). What can equine surveillance learn from surveillance of other species? Vet Rec, 189(12), e1298. https://doi.org/10.1002/vetr.1298

Publication

The Veterinary record
ISSN: 2042-7670
NlmUniqueID: 0031164
Country: England
Language: English
Volume: 189
Issue: 12
Pages: e1298

Researcher Affiliations

Tivey, Mary-Ellen Lloyd

    MeSH Terms

    • Animals
    • Horse Diseases / epidemiology
    • Horses

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