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EuFMD OS24. Session 1. Virology

Karima Ouali, risk manager for foot-and-mouth and similar transboundary animal diseases at the European Commission for the Control of FMD, focuses on risk-mapping activities implemented in the European neighborhood, against the framework of the EuFMD work programme.

عب مراقبة صحة الحيوانات في الأردن دورًا حيويًا في نظام الإنذار المبكر. من خلال الكشف المبكر عن الأمراض الحيوانية يمكن للسلطات اتخاذ التدابير اللازمة لمنع انتشارها وحماية صحة الإنسان والحيوان. يعتبر نظام رصد المتلازمات، الذي يراقب أعراض الأمراض المتوطنة أو الناشئة، ذا قيمة خاصة. إن تبني الأردن لهذا النظام، المدعوم بنظام الرصد الإلكتروني المتكامل للأمراض، يمكّن من الاستجابة السريعة للأمراض العابرة ل...

Animal health surveillance in Jordan plays a crucial role in the early warning system. By detecting animal diseases promptly, authorities can take necessary measures to prevent their spread and safeguard both human and animal health. The syndromic surveillance system, which monitors symptoms of endemic or emerging diseases, is particularly valuable. Jordan’s adoption of this system, supported by a...

Controlling FAST diseases increases the resilience of livelihoods, improves trade conditions, and enhances food security. Join Valentina Busin, EuFMD Capacity Development and Learning Specialist, as she shares insights into the EuFMD's "Move FAST, Get prepared" strategy. In this episode, Valentina discusses the organization's efforts to control Foot-and-Mouth and similar transboundary (FAST) disea...

Welcome to a new podcast episode! Marco De Nardi, Associate Professor of Animal Infectious Diseases and Epidemiology at the University of Bologna, discusses the key role of Syndromic Surveillance Systems in our current Anthropocene epoch, where global challenges like climate change, intensified livestock practices, and emerging diseases pose significant risks. Listen to this episode, to learn more...

In this episode, Marcello Nardi, Programme Learning Lead at the EuFMD, speaks about the cascading concept. He explains how veterinarians, after participating in EuFMD training courses, can spread their newfound knowledge to colleagues, creating a powerful multiplier effect. Discover how EuFMD supports this process through various tools and resources, including presentations, videos, and microlearn...

Dans cet épisode, Alex Drouin, expert en gestion des risques des maladies FAST et en soutien à la modélisation à l'EuFMD, présente ses recherches sur la modélisation de la fièvre de la vallée du Rift dans l’ouest du bassin méditerranéen et les défis liés à la nécessité d’obtenir de données entomologiques. L'étude se penche sur l'émergence du virus de la fièvre de la vallée du Rift dans la région m...

In this episode, Alex Drouin, an Expert in FAST Risk Management and Modelling Support at the EuFMD, introduces his research on "Rift Valley fever modeling in the Western Mediterranean basin" and the challenges of working with entomological data. The study focuses on the emergence of the Rift Valley fever virus in the Mediterranean region, emphasizing the risk of viral circulation, particularly in...

xplore the intricate world of Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) and its economic implications in our latest podcast episode featuring Polly Compston, EuFMD veterinarian and socio-economist. Polly unravels the economic impacts of FMD, shedding light on how this contagious disease affects livestock economies worldwide, with a focus on the stark differences between FMD-free countries and those facing ende...

Get prepared for new tools and resources to enhance emergency preparedness. Zorana Mehmedbasic, EuFMD's Emergency Preparedness Expert, introduces 'Get Prepared: The Wall,' a cutting-edge tool crafted to bolster crisis readiness by facilitating collaboration among contingency planners. The Wall is a centralized hub for a wealth of resources, decision-making tools, templates, and expert insights, or...

Explore the role of Foot-and-Mouth Disease vaccines with David Mackay, Vaccine Prequalification Specialist at the EuFMD. In this episode, David introduces the concept of vaccine security and its role in the FMD control. Discover the challenges and strategies behind ensuring a stable vaccine supply and effective disease prevention. Tune in for a deep dive into the world of FMD vaccines and their cr...

FMD is a highly contagious virus with significant economic repercussions, affecting a wide range of animals, including cattle, buffaloes, sheep, goats, pigs, and wildlife species. Swift and accurate diagnosis is paramount for effective outbreak management, and that is where our podcast comes in. We explore the challenges of diagnosing FMD, especially when it shares clinical signs with other diseas...

Welcome to "Introduction to Animal Health Surveillance," the new podcast episode with Valentina Busin, EuFMD Capacity Development and Learning Specialist. In this podcast, Valentina shares her expertise in supporting countries and veterinary services in their preparedness and control of FAST diseases. At the EuFMD, we prioritize the development of training tools, collaborating closely with leading...

TOM est le système EuFMD de gestion de la formation qui permettra aux pays de gérer le développement individuel de leurs vétérinaires et de leur capacité vétérinaire. L'EuFMD teste TOM avec les services vétérinaires suisses. Ludovica Nela, responsable de l'information de l'EuFMD, a interviewé Edoardo Giani, responsable de la formation à la BLV, afin de discuter les objectifs, les attentes et les a...

TOM ist das Trainingsmanagementsystem der EuFMD, das Ländern ermöglicht, die individuelle Entwicklung ihrer Tierärzte und tierärztlichen Kapazitäten zu verwalten. Das Lern-Team führt derzeit einen Pilotversuch mit den Veterinärdiensten der Schweiz durch. Ludovica Nela, Information Manager der EuFMD, führte ein Interview mit Edoardo Giani, dem Leiter der Ausbildung bei der BLV, um Ziele, Erwartunge...

The EuFMD Learning team has developed TOM, a capacity development support tool that allows countries to monitor the delivery of competency-based education for veterinarians and similar roles. Learn more about TOM with Marcello Nardi, EuFMD Learning Lead, that introduces the new features and functionalities that have been recently integrated. www.fao.org/eufmd/global-situation/tom-capacity-developm...

Fast response to FAST diseases is key in protecting livestock and livelihoods. The GET Prepared Wall is designed to help contingency planners and emergency responders. It contains decision-making tools and templates that enable contingency planners to assess local situations and requirements in advance of an emergency. Learn more and access the Wall on our Trello board. https://trello.com/b/SrsgHK...

Welcome to a new episode of our podcast. Marisa Martínez interviewed Rodolfo Bellinzoni from Biogenesis Bago to explore the available tools for the prevention and control of an FMD emergency. Learn more about the impact cost, the level of investment required to control an outbreak, and some of the most effective tools for prevention and preparedness. Marisa Martínez is a Doctor in Veterinary Medic...

The cross-border movement of animal pathogens can lead to dramatic social and economic consequences. Therefore countries implement prevention measures (e.g. surveillance, border controls and trade restrictions) to reduce the probability of entry of new pathogens. However, resources available for such risk mitigation measures are limited, especially considering the large number of potential source...

Since 2018, the Republic of Korea (ROK) has been vaccinating all susceptible livestock with one out of three approved vaccines which serotype O and A antigens according to the prime and boost vaccination schedule. We were carrying out continuously monitoring the vaccination status and immunity level through serological surveillance and if the standard antibody positive rate is below, a heavy fine...

In this study, we used the Platform for Automated extraction of Disease Information from the web (PADI-Web) as an epidemic intelligence tool to detect West Nile virus (WNV) outbreak signals, and epidemiological information throughout Europe from 2006 to 2021 in online news reports. The purpose of this study is to characterise epidemiological information on an outbreak event (such as: location and...

Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) is endemic in Kenya, with frequent outbreaks. Understanding socioeconomic drivers affecting disease control within Kenya’s livestock systems, and the cost-effectiveness of control options, are important components of designing an FMD control programme. This study aimed to integrate quantitative economic analysis with qualitative data to provide recommendations for dise...