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New Porcine Circovirus Web Site Available
Compiled By Staff
March 26, 2008
A new online resource is available to help for pork producers and swine veterinarians understand, manage and prevent the effects of porcine circovirus type 2 (PCV2), a viral disease that has triggered increased pig mortality and production losses around the world.
The Web site, www.stopcircovirus.com, was created by Fort Dodge Animal Health, as a one-stop collection of current information and management advice about porcine circovirus-associated disease.
"We are pleased to offer this valuable resource to the pork industry, as all of us contend with the effects of porcine circovirus," says Dan Ellsworth, Senior Product Manager, Fort Dodge Animal Health. "The Web site contains a wealth of information about PCVAD and how it can be managed. Over time, we will add technical data, links and other information to help both veterinarians and pork producers."
On the site, users will find basic information about the virus, including virus facts, history of the disease, prevalence information, disease costs, as well as clinical signs and diagnosis.
Management tips including control measures, identifying and controlling potential co-infections, stringent management protocols, and effective vaccination programs. A listing of current technical information provides valuable published resources for more in-depth study.
Source: Fort Dodge Animal Health
New Porcine Circovirus Web Site Available
Compiled By Staff
March 26, 2008
A new online resource is available to help for pork producers and swine veterinarians understand, manage and prevent the effects of porcine circovirus type 2 (PCV2), a viral disease that has triggered increased pig mortality and production losses around the world.
The Web site, www.stopcircovirus.com, was created by Fort Dodge Animal Health, as a one-stop collection of current information and management advice about porcine circovirus-associated disease.
"We are pleased to offer this valuable resource to the pork industry, as all of us contend with the effects of porcine circovirus," says Dan Ellsworth, Senior Product Manager, Fort Dodge Animal Health. "The Web site contains a wealth of information about PCVAD and how it can be managed. Over time, we will add technical data, links and other information to help both veterinarians and pork producers."
On the site, users will find basic information about the virus, including virus facts, history of the disease, prevalence information, disease costs, as well as clinical signs and diagnosis.
Management tips including control measures, identifying and controlling potential co-infections, stringent management protocols, and effective vaccination programs. A listing of current technical information provides valuable published resources for more in-depth study.
Source: Fort Dodge Animal Health