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- 1Flea-borne typhus outbreak investigated in Los Angeles neighborhood●Flea-borne typhus outbreak under investigation in Wilshire Center
Health officials in Los Angeles are investigating a flea-borne typhus outbreak in the Wilshire Center neighborhood. The disease, spread by fleas that often infest rodents and stray animals, can cause fever, headache and rash. Residents are being urged to avoid contact with wild animals, secure trash, and treat pets for fleas as the investigation continues.
- 2Rabies returns to mainland Europe, experts warn●Rabies is back in mainland Europe – here's why and what we can do to stop it
Health and wildlife experts are warning that rabies has re-emerged in mainland Europe, raising concerns about how the virus spread and what measures can stop it. Commentary focuses on the causes of the return and the steps needed to contain outbreaks and protect both people and animals.
- 3Tailored microbiome treatments hailed as future of veterinary medicine●Tailored microbiome interventions ‘the future’ of veterinary medicine
Veterinary experts say personalised microbiome interventions are set to become 'the future' of animal healthcare. The approach involves analysing and adjusting the balance of gut bacteria in individual animals, rather than relying on broad treatments like antibiotics. Supporters say targeted microbiome therapies could improve outcomes for pets and livestock while helping reduce antimicrobial resistance concerns in veterinary practice.
- 4Ibero-American Symposium on Ethnoveterinary Medicine Held●II Ibero-American Symposium on Ethnoveterinary Medicine
The Second Ibero-American Symposium on Ethnoveterinary Medicine is drawing attention, with the Food and Agriculture Organization among those highlighting the event. The gathering brings together researchers and practitioners from across Ibero-America to discuss traditional and plant-based approaches to animal health, and how such knowledge can complement conventional veterinary practice.