Essays about: "Classical swine fever"
Found 4 essays containing the words Classical swine fever.
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1. Common practices and knowledge about African swine fever amongst pig farmers in the Dominican Republic
University essay from SLU/Dept. of Clinical SciencesAbstract : In the summer of 2021, African swine fever (ASF) made its reappearance in the Dominican Republic after 40 years of absence. The disease is known for its high mortality amongst pigs and its consequences for human welfare. READ MORE
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2. African swine fever in Uganda : description of a recent outbreak and possible differential diagnoses
University essay from SLU/Dept. of Biomedical Sciences and Veterinary Public HealthAbstract : This study had two different aims. The main aim was to investigate the dynamics and impact of African swine fever (ASF) on a farm in Uganda during a recent outbreak through a case study. READ MORE
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3. Methodology in recording data on pig health and production in the Lao People's Democratic Republic : experiences from a surveillance programme on classical swine fever in lowland villages in Bolikhamxay Province, Lao PDR
University essay from SLU/Dept. of Clinical SciencesAbstract : Improved animal health and alleviation of livestock diseases with high impact in developing countries have direct effects on poverty reduction as livestock has been estimated to account for 70% of the livelihoods of the world's poor. In Lao PDR 85% of the population lives in areas dependent on agriculture, and sale of livestock is estimated to account for their largest cash income. READ MORE
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4. Graph theory in veterinary epidemiology : modelling an outbreak of classical swine fever
University essay from SLU/Dept. of Ruminant Medicine and Veterinary EpidemiologyAbstract : One objective of this study has been to demonstrate how graph theory can be a useful tool for intervention in the case of an outbreak of a contagious disease. By using graph theory algorithms on data from the Swedish surveillance network system (Grisregistret) and combining this with the power of graph layout engines for visualization of interherd movements, valuable information can rapidly be provided from data that is easily available. READ MORE