An ever-present viral threat

The Government is looking at how its contingency planning can be improved to protect our horses

Fragments of West Nile virus genetic material have been identified but the risk to horses and humans is very low

Mud fever is usually associated with winter weather, but a particularly painful – and often persistent – variation can occur in the sunnier months. Kieran O’Brien MRCVS casts light on summer mud fever and how to treat it

Climate change is bringing the emerging threat of West Nile virus ever closer to the UK. Richard Newton FRCVS and Fleur Whitlock MRCVS outline what you need to know

Research has highlighted concerning attitudes among equine vets, and the need for culture change in the industry

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