The Swine Health Information Center (SHIC) has released updated fact sheets on Pseudorabies, Japanese Encephalitis Virus (JEV), Ebola, and Reston. These updates, available at swinehealth.org, reflect SHIC’s commitment to providing science-based, publicly accessible resources that support its mission of minimizing the impact of emerging disease threats through effective communication and improved swine health information.
Dr. Lisa Becton, SHIC Associate Director, highlighted the significance of these updates in addressing new research findings and recent disease outbreak information.
“Recent updates incorporate new research, outbreak details, and virology insights,” says Dr. Becton. “For instance, the Ebola Reston fact sheet now includes revised virus taxonomy, updated transmission data, and new research findings. Importantly, it underscores Ebola’s zoonotic potential, which remains a concern.”
The updates also reflect advancements in understanding other diseases:
- Pseudorabies: New information on strains emerging from China.
- Japanese Encephalitis Virus (JEV): Insights stemming from the 2022 outbreak in Australia.
- Disease Outbreak Demographics: Enhanced focus on outbreak patterns, areas of impact, and age-related infection trends.
- Surveillance Strategies: Detailed approaches for detecting and managing these pathogens.
Each fact sheet integrates peer-reviewed research to provide robust, actionable information for disease management, control, and identification.
“Keeping current on these pathogens is essential for understanding changes in disease presentation and their impact,” adds Dr. Becton. “This information ensures we are prepared to respond swiftly and effectively if a pathogen is identified.”
Producers and stakeholders can access these comprehensive fact sheets at swinehealth.org.
