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App could help fight rabies, study finds

App could help fight rabies, study finds

The app was tested at a vaccination clinic in Tanzania. The technology can identify dogs that have been vaccinated. A...

Microbial communities develop similar AMR, study finds

Microbial communities develop similar AMR, study finds

Bacteria that co-existed had a higher level of AMR genetic material than isolated bacteria. Different bacteria in the same community...

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Data hub launched for vector-borne diseases

Data hub launched for vector-borne diseases

The project will be led by Imperial College London. Project receives £1.5m in Government funding. A new data hub has...

Charity seeks Mumbai vaccination drive volunteers

Charity seeks Mumbai vaccination drive volunteers

Previous vaccination drives have vaccinated thousands of dogs. Project will vaccinate stray dogs against rabies. The charity Worldwide Veterinary Service...

Human swine flu case discovered in UK

Human swine flu case discovered in UK

Pig keepers are urged to report any suspicion of swine flu to their vet immediately. UKHSA is stepping up surveillance...

Raw meat increases resistant E. coli risk in dogs, study finds

Raw meat increases resistant E. coli risk in dogs, study finds

When dogs excrete this resistant bacteria, there is a risk it could spread to humans. Affected dogs may excrete antibiotic...