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Foot-and-Mouth epidemic modelled in Cambridge
Britain's foot-and-mouth epidemic would have been over much sooner if the slaughter and cull policy currently in operation had been implemented from the beginning, according to researchers at the University of Cambridge. Dr Matt Keeling, Dr Bryan Grenfell and colleagues in the Department of Zoology, along with researchers in the University of... view more... (2001-10-02)
UK foot and mouth epidemic was a human tragedy, not just an animal one
The 2001 UK foot and mouth disease epidemic was a human tragedy, not just an animal one, concludes a study published online by the BMJ today view more (2005-10-07)
Foot-and-mouth disease could cost Kansas nearly a billion dollars
As much as $945 million. That's what agricultural economists at Kansas State University say could be the impact on Kansas' economy were there a large-scale foot-and-mouth outbreak in a region thick with livestock operations. view more (2007-11-29)
Cattle tuberculosis is on the increase
Foot and mouth may have masked the spread of another cattle killer Cattle being slaughtered. Restrictions on animal movements. Farmers facing ruin. It all sounds horribly familiar to anyone who has lived through Britain`s foot and mouth (FMD) epidemic. This time, though, the culprit is bovine tuberculosis. The disease is on the increase and FMD... view more... (2002-03-20)
Businesses need lasting support too, says new foot and mouth report
A new report urges politicians not to forget rural businesses as they consider the lessons learnt from the devastating foot and mouth crisis. The study (1), by Newcastle University's Centre for Rural Economy, highlights that many small firms are still struggling from the effects of the 2001 foot and mouth disease (FMD) outbreak and will take... view more... (2002-07-25)
Rapid response needed to tackle outbreaks of livestock diseases
The UK should seek to remain free of foot-and-mouth disease without using routine vaccination, the Royal Society recommends in a report published today (16 July 2002). However, the UK Government must make a major effort with other European Union Member States to ensure that, by the end of next year, emergency vaccination can be used as a primary... view more... (2002-07-16)
Lessons for the future from 'most thorough' analysis of Foot and Mouth epidemic yet
A new analysis of the spread of Britain's Foot and Mouth disease epidemic shows that extended culling programmes were essential for bringing the epidemic under control. The study by researchers from Imperial College, London, which is fast-tracked to publication in the scientific journal Nature tomorrow (4 October), also shows that the number of... view more... (2001-10-01)
The role of the Institute for Animal Health in the current outbreak of Foot-and-Mouth Disease in the UK
The Institute for Animal Health (IAH) is an international centre for research into the major infectious diseases of farm animals. It is sponsored and funded by the Biotechnology & Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) and undertakes research in support of the policies of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAFF) to control... view more... (2001-02-28)
Smiths Detection to launch a portable diagnostic system for foot-and-mouth disease and avian flu
Smiths Detection, part of the global technology business Smiths Group, today announces it is to launch a portable detection system that will enable veterinarians to carry out on-site diagnosis of animal diseases such as foot-and-mouth and avian flu. view more (2007-10-15)
No test needed for hand-foot genital syndrome in women without HOXA13 gene mutation
Hugh S. Taylor, M.D., professor in the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology & Reproductive Sciences at Yale, and colleagues have found that women without mutations of the HOXA13 gene do not need to be subjected to x-rays and other tests for a rare condition called hand-foot genital syndrome. view more (2009-10-20)
Funding to investigate 'food miles' - from farm to fork
Geographers from Coventry and Exeter Universities have been awarded over £170,000 by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) to investigate the links between food production and food consumption. In recent years there has been growing public concern about the health and safety of food products, highlighted by recent outbreaks of BSE,... view more... (2002-12-03)
New bacterial species found in human mouth
Scientists have discovered a new species of bacteria in the mouth. The finding could help scientists to understand tooth decay and gum disease and may lead to better treatments, according to research published in the August issue of the International Journal of Systematic and Evolutionary Microbiology. view more (2008-08-11)
Defra launches 2001 Foot and Mouth Disease Database
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs today launched a database relating to the 2001 Foot and Mouth Disease outbreak. The data is being used to model control strategies for future outbreaks of FMD and FMD-like diseases, and could prove a valuable resource for the research community. Early in April 2001 Defra staff in the Joint... view more... (2003-06-18)
British farmers more than twice as likely to contemplate suicide as general population
British farmers are more than twice as likely as the general population to contemplate suicide, shows research in Occupational and Environmental Medicine. The findings have prompted the authors to call for British farmers' mental health to be monitored in the aftermath of the recent foot and mouth crisis. The researchers based their findings on... view more... (2003-02-21)
Chips could speed up detection of livestock viruses
Some of the worst threats to farm workers and farm animals such as bird flu, foot-and-mouth disease and other emerging viruses could soon be quickly identified by using a simple screening chip developed by scientists from the Institute for Animal Health, scientists will hear today (Monday 31 March 2008) at the Society for General Microbiology's... view more... (2008-03-31)
Smokers likely to develop mouth ulcers and cold symptoms up to two weeks after quitting
Smokers develop mouth ulcers and cold symptoms for up to two weeks after giving up their habit, reveals research in Tobacco Control. The body's backlash could deter many ex-smokers from staying the course, unless they know what to expect, suggest the authors. One hundred and seventy four smokers were assessed one week before giving up smoking and... view more... (2003-02-21)
Stomach ulcer bug causes bad breath
Bacteria that cause stomach ulcers and cancer could also be giving us bad breath, according to research published in the December issue of the Journal of Medical Microbiology. view more (2008-11-24)
Research helps identify precursors to foot disease in diabetes patients
Foot ulcerations are one of the most serious complications of diabetes, resulting in more than 80,000 lower-leg amputations each year in the U.S. alone. view more (2005-11-14)
Institute for Aging Research study links high-heels to heel and ankle pain
Women should think twice before buying their next pair of high-heels or pumps, according to researchers at the Institute for Aging Research of Hebrew SeniorLife in a new study of older adults and foot problems. view more (2009-09-29)
Police - Helping Academic with his Enquiries
Research carried out by a University of Leicester criminologist with the co-operation of the police force has raised some interesting questions about community policing. view more (2005-03-14)
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