Outbreak of Babesia canis centred around Harlow
The current outbreak of Babesia canis is centred around Harlow and there is sufficient evidence there to indicate that Babesia canis has formed an endemic focus of infection in this area. Dog owners in Essex, particularly in Harlow, as well as in adjoining counties need to be aware of the potential for Babesia transmission.
Thursday 17th March 2016
Tick prevention products and babesiosis in UK dogs
There is a new article on tick prevention products and babesiosis in UK dogs. http://www.veterinaryprescriber.org/subscribers-content/which-tick-product. It is available for subscribers to Veterinary prescriber. .
Tuesday 29th March 2016
Tick identification - ESCCAP
UK & Ireland have received a number of queries regarding where to send ticks for identification. They may be sent to Prof. Cutler who is investigating vector borne pathogens in the UK at. Sally J. CutlerProfessor of Medical Microbiology,School of Health, Sport & Bioscience,University of East London,Water Lane,Stratford,London.
Saturday 16th April 2016
Clarification regarding availability of treatments for babesiosis
In response to ESCCAP UK & Ireland asking for clarification regarding availability of treatments for babesiosis in the light of the recent outbreak in Essex, the VMD have posted an article outlining the current situation. Treatments for babesiosis in dogs: Availability of treatments for babesiosis in dogs including importation; ...
Friday 13th May 2016
Paper published in the Vet Record
A paper published in the Vet Record this week http://veterinaryrecord.bmj.com/content/early/2016/08/02/vr.103908.abstract?ct suggests that there was an increased risk of Babesia transmission in Essex up to and during the recorded outbreak this year.
Wednesday 3rd August 2016
New case of babesiosis
There has been a new case of babesiosis in an untraveled dog from Romford Essex. The patient was treated at Best Friends Veterinary Group at Romford and thanks to the excellent care and diagnosis received there has recovered. This case is some distance away from the original outbreak in Harlow, raising the possibility of a new focus of infection.
Monday 17th October 2016
