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EHV-1 Study at CSU Works to Unravel how Virus Unlocks Immune System "Gate"

Written by CSU Equine Sciences

FORT COLLINS - A Colorado State University study will look at how equine herpesvirus type 1 may compromise the immune system immediately upon entering the “gate” of a horse’s respiratory system – the airway and throat – allowing it to spread through the body and potentially cause neurological damage, abortion and possibly death.

Biosecurity e-Session Date Announced by Equine Guelph

Written by Equine Guelph

“The recent devastating outbreak of EHV-1 in North America has highlighted the importance of infection control and biosecurity, as well as the deficiencies in knowledge and application that are present across the industry,” says Scott Weese, associate professor and Canada Research Chair at the University of Guelph. Find out what steps you can take to protect your barn from sporadic disease, outbreaks and infectious diseases at a two-week Equine Biosecurity e-Session April 16–29.

Equine Support Center for Fibromyalgia Founded by Missy Wryn

Written by Missy Wryn

“I finally agreed to the diagnosis that my chronic pain and fatigue issues are Fibromyalgia,” horse trainer Missy Wryn admits. “Years and years seeking medical care from neurologists, arthritis specialists, gastroenterologists, orthopedic surgeons, and spine specialists, to the support of psychiatrists, psychologists, naturopathic care, acupuncture, chiropractic, physical therapy, shamanic and spiritual healers, all have been helpful on this journey.

Courtney King Dye Opens 3rd Riders4Helmets Symposium

Written by Riders4Helmets

Lexington, KY (January 31, 2012) — The 2008 US Olympian Courtney King Dye opened the 3rd Riders4Helmets Safety Symposium held Saturday January 14, 2012, at the Hilton Palm Beach Airport Hotel, West Palm Beach, FL. The Olympian, who suffered a traumatic brain injury (TBI) in March 2010, provided an update on her current medical condition and daily issues of living with a TBI.

Holistic Horse Announces Winner of Sustainability Award

Written by Holistic Horse

Holistic Horse is proud to announce that SOURCE, Inc. is the winner of its 2011 Sustainability Award. The award is given to a company whose products or services are environmentally conscious and contribute to the sustainability of the planet.