Headlines AfricaMay 1
Africa: Heat and Cold Alter How Animals Fight Disease. As the Climate Changes, This Knowledge May Be Vital: [The Conversation Africa] Each animal species has an optimal temperature at which it can metabolise food and its immune system can best fight off pathogens. http://newsfeed.facilit8.network/TSJv9Q #Africa #ClimateChange #AnimalHealth #DiseaseControl #Ecosystem
The-14Apr 30
Bacteriophages: meet the viruses that hunt superbugs
#Health #Science #Biotechnology #Antibiotics #Superbugs #Microbiome #Innovation #Agriculture #FoodSafety #Viruses #Medical #Environment #Tech #Sustainability #Phages #Bacteriophage #AnimalHealth
https://the-14.com/bacteriophages-meet-the-viruses-that-hunt-superbugs/
Bacteriophages: meet the viruses that hunt superbugs | The-14

Bacteriophages are viruses that target harmful bacteria, offering a promising alternative to antibiotics and helping fight rising antimicrobial resistance worldwide.

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European Food Safety AuthorityApr 29
Today, we had the pleasure of welcoming EU Commissioner for Health and Animal Welfare, Olivér Várhelyi. Meeting with staff and management, the visit discussed shared priorities, challenges, and cooperation to support food safety across the EU. #AnimalHealth #FoodSafety; @[email protected]
Howard Smith MD, AMApr 29
Breeder’s Edge Foster Care Canine Milk Replacer and Shelter’s Choice Canine Milk Replacers Cause Vitamin D Toxicity. #RecallAlert #PetSafety #DogHealth #PetRecall #AnimalHealth
https://www.instagram.com/p/DXtAlmJD_nC/
Howard G. Smith MD, AM on Instagram: "Breeder’s Edge Foster Care Canine Milk Replacer and Shelter’s Choice Canine Milk Replacers Cause Vitamin D Toxicity These products have variable levels of Vitamin D with elevated levels that can cause serious health issues in dogs. Affected products include multiple sizes with UPC codes 817160011087, 817160011070, 817160011056, 817160010189, 817160011025, 817160010172, and 817160010073, with Best By dates ranging from May 22, 2026 through February 5, 2028. These products were sold nationwide in the US through online and retail pet stores. Stop feeding these milk replacers to your dog. Contact Revival Animal Health at 1-877-870-4059 to return the product for a full refund. If your dog has consumed the product and shows symptoms such as vomiting, loss of appetite, increased thirst or urination, drooling, or weight loss, contact your veterinarian. References on my website. 
#RecallAlert #PetSafety #DogHealth #PetRecall #AnimalHealth"

0 likes, 0 comments - drhowardsmithreports on April 28, 2026: "Breeder’s Edge Foster Care Canine Milk Replacer and Shelter’s Choice Canine Milk Replacers Cause Vitamin D Toxicity These products have variable levels of Vitamin D with elevated levels that can cause serious health issues in dogs. Affected products include multiple sizes with UPC codes 817160011087, 817160011070, 817160011056, 817160010189, 817160011025, 817160010172, and 817160010073, with Best By dates ranging from May 22, 2026 through February 5, 2028. These products were sold nationwide in the US through online and retail pet stores. Stop feeding these milk replacers to your dog. Contact Revival Animal Health at 1-877-870-4059 to return the product for a full refund. If your dog has consumed the product and shows symptoms such as vomiting, loss of appetite, increased thirst or urination, drooling, or weight loss, contact your veterinarian. References on my website. 
#RecallAlert #PetSafety #DogHealth #PetRecall #AnimalHealth".

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European Food Safety AuthorityApr 27
🧪 New review on EU #BSE surveillance We have reviewed the EU surveillance strategy for bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE). Cases remain very low, but targeted monitoring is still needed to maintain detection while reducing testing. link.europa.eu/Q6HTq8 #AnimalHealth @[email protected]

Bovine spongiform encephalopat...
Bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE)

Bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) is a disease in cattle. It belongs to a group of fatal neurodegenerative diseases affecting humans and animals.

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NewsletterTFApr 19

Farming Sector Braces for Welfare Rule Overhaul: Cost and Practicality Concerns Mount

New rules for lamb castration and tail docking could cost UK farmers more and cause welfare problems. Farmers' unions say the rules are not practical.

#lambwelfare, #ukfarming, #animalhealth, #farmingsafety, #sheepfarming

https://newsletter.tf/uk-farmers-new-rules-lamb-castration-tail-docking/

NewsletterTFApr 19

New proposed rules for lamb castration and tail docking are causing worry for UK farmers. These rules aim to improve animal welfare but farmers fear higher costs and more problems.

#lambwelfare, #ukfarming, #animalhealth, #farmingsafety, #sheepfarming
https://newsletter.tf/uk-farmers-new-rules-lamb-castration-tail-docking/

UK Sheep Farmers Worry About New Rules for Lambs

New rules for lamb castration and tail docking could cost UK farmers more and cause welfare problems. Farmers' unions say the rules are not practical.

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💧🌏 Greg CocksApr 16
Aquatic Disease And Pathogen Repository (Aquadepth) To Track, Evaluate, And Ultimately Predict Aquatic Disease Outbreaks Across The Nation [inc. spatial, USA]
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https://www.usgs.gov/centers/western-fisheries-research-center/news/aquadepth-merging-aquatic-disease-surveillance-data <-- shared technical article
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#fedscience #publicgood #foodsecurity #health #fish #fisheries #coral #sampling #mitigation #animalhealth #naturalresources #ecosystems #environment #habitat #aquaculture #economics #planning #impacts #humanimpacts #AquaDePTH #aquatic #disease #pathogen #database #spatial #GIS #mapping #spatialanalysis #spatiotemporal #surveillance #monitoring #USA #opendata #biogeographic #nationwide
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NewsletterTFApr 14

Hippo Hamsini's Condition Worsens Amidst Series of Tragedies at Tyavarekoppa Safari

Hamsini the hippo is in critical condition with infection after her calf died in the womb at Tyavarekoppa Safari. This follows the death of a vet.

#HamsiniHippo, #TyavarekoppaSafari, #AnimalHealth, #HippoTragedy, #ShivamoggaNews

https://newsletter.tf/hamsini-hippo-critically-ill-after-losing-calf/

NewsletterTFApr 14

Hamsini the hippo's health has worsened significantly, now critically ill with infection after her calf died inside her. This is a new tragedy at the safari.

#HamsiniHippo, #TyavarekoppaSafari, #AnimalHealth, #HippoTragedy, #ShivamoggaNews
https://newsletter.tf/hamsini-hippo-critically-ill-after-losing-calf/

Hamsini the Hippo Critically Ill After Losing Calf at Tyavarekoppa Safari

Hamsini the hippo is in critical condition with infection after her calf died in the womb at Tyavarekoppa Safari. This follows the death of a vet.

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