Parasite Forecast

The parasite forecast and newsletter is back! After a short absence while we updated, all 13 editions including the latest for spring are on the forecast webpage https://www.esccapuk.org.uk/parasite-forecast-uk/. Please check in for the latest ESCCAP UK & Ireland parasite news.
Wednesday 20th May 2020

COVID-19 update

It has been brought to our attention by vets that routine preventative treatment against Angiostrongylus vasorum is dropping in the current crisis and cases of angiostrongylosis are being seen as a result. This condition can be fatal and is an example of the importance of routine parasite prevention treatment for cats and dogs which remains...
Friday 27th March 2020

COVID-19 statement

The veterinary profession is doing an amazing job of continuing pet health care while keeping risk to staff and clients to a minimum. Part of this care, is continued routine parasite prevention treatment for cats and dogs which remains vital during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Thursday 26th March 2020

Canine Lungworm Angiostrongylus Vasorum Diagnostic Recommendations

ESCCAP UK & Ireland have released a diagnostic guide to canine lungworm in support of all practices being vigilant for and testing for Angiostrongylus vasorum.
Tuesday 12th November 2019

Summer Parasite Forecast: Issue 10

The Summer 2019 Parasite Forecast is now ready to download
Wednesday 11th September 2019

Spring/Summer Parasite Forecast: Issue 9

The Spring/Summer 2019 Parasite Forecast is now ready to download
Wednesday 14th August 2019