Equine Zoonoses Flashcards
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Severity of equine zoonoses depend on:
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Virulence of organism
Degree of exposure
Susceptibility of human
2
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What are the most common equine zoonoses of concern in the U.S.?
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Strep equi zooepidemicus, Strep equi equi, Dermatophilosis, Dermatophytosis, C diff., Rhodococcus equi
3
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What are the major equine foreign animal diseases of concern?
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Hendra virus, Glanders, Venezuelan equine encephalitis
4
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Routes of entry for equine zoonoses:
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Respiratory tract
Digestive tract
Mucous membranes
Skin wound
Vectors
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