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Biocheck.Gent @biocheck.bsky.social · May 21

@jkdewulf.bsky.social spoke at #EuFMD webinar ”Biosecurity; Risk Perception, Communication, & Behavioural Change”, sharing insights on how to effectively integrate #biosecurity into animal health policy.
Thanks to organizers for insightful session.
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Jeroen Dewulf @jkdewulf.bsky.social · Mar 28

We have the means but do we have the courage? Great presentation of @catharinaStarck @svepm on science in time of crisis! Lets continue to have a soft face and a strong back.

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Jeroen Dewulf @jkdewulf.bsky.social · Mar 24

Now also Avian Influenza in sheep 😕https://www.gov.uk/government/news/influenza-of-avian-origin-confirmed-in-a-sheep-in-yorkshire #biosecurity

Influenza of avian origin confirmed in a sheep in Yorkshire

Influenza of avian origin (H5N1) has been confirmed in a single sheep in Yorkshire.

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Jeroen Dewulf @jkdewulf.bsky.social · Mar 7

#hungary has confirmed a case of #FMD, it is the first in 50 years and less than 2 months after the outbreak in Germany. #biosecurity wahis.woah.org#/in-review/6...

WAHIS

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Jeroen Dewulf @jkdewulf.bsky.social · Mar 4

first case of #HPAI in cats in Belgium. They likely got infected through contact with infected poultry. favv-afsca.be/nl/news/geza...

Gezamenlijk persbericht van het FAVV, Sciensano en de FOD Volksgezondheid, Veiligheid van de Voedselketen en Leefmilieu | Federaal Agentschap voor de veiligheid van de voedselketen

Vogelgriep vastgesteld bij twee katten van pluimveehouder in Sint-Gillis-Waas

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Jeroen Dewulf @jkdewulf.bsky.social · Mar 3

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Jeroen Dewulf @jkdewulf.bsky.social · Jan 22

Had the honour to talk to an interested audience of Dutch Poultry farmers on #biosecurity practices and why this is important for sustainable Animal production.

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VILT vzw @viltnieuws.bsky.social · Jan 16

Tweede vermoedelijke uitbraak van mond- en klauwzeer in oosten van Duitsland #MKZ #geiten vilt.be/nl/nieuws/tw...

Tweede vermoedelijke uitbraak van mond- en klauwzeer in

In het oosten van Duitsland is een tweede vermoedelijke uitbraak van mond- en klauwzeer (MKZ) gemeld, dagen nadat de berichtgeving over een eerste uitbraak leidde tot gro

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Jeroen Dewulf @jkdewulf.bsky.social · Jan 16

Am I the only one linking the #footh-and-mouth disease outbreak in Germany to possibility of #bioterrorism? Can somebody reassure me and give me the required info to make it look as an accidental unintented introduction?

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Jeroen Dewulf @jkdewulf.bsky.social · Jan 16

According to the chinese news agency a second case of foot-and-mouth disease is reported in Germany english.news.cn/20250117/99c...

Roundup: Germany reports new case of foot-and-mouth disease, exports restricted

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Jeroen Dewulf @jkdewulf.bsky.social · Jan 10

An outbreak of #fmd is reported in Germany. This is very unexpected in the center of Europe. This requires immediate and strong responses as it might a have devastating impact on the animal production throughout Europe. mailchi.mp/woah/test-ne...

DEU 10/01/25 — Foot and mouth disease virus (Inf. with) / Fièvre aphteuse (Inf. par) / Fiebre aftosa (Inf. por)

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Jeroen Dewulf @jkdewulf.bsky.social · Dec 27

it's simple do not feed your pets raw food!

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Jeroen Dewulf @jkdewulf.bsky.social · Dec 27

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Krutika Kuppalli, MD FIDSA @krutikakuppalli.bsky.social · Dec 21

There are poxviruses other than #mpox

In Bulgaria, a sheep pox outbreak has been detected. A 3-km protection zone and a 10-km surveillance zone around the affected farm.

While sheep pox doesn't endanger humans, its spread can lead to significant economic losses.

www.bta.bg/en/news/8032...

Sheep Pox Outbreak Detected near Kardzhali

The Bulgarian Food Safety Agency (BFSA) has detected a primary outbreak of sheep pox in the village of Polkovnik Zhelyazovo, in Kardzhali region. The disease was detected on a farm with 156 sheep, the...

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Jeroen Dewulf @jkdewulf.bsky.social · Dec 19

Congratulations to Dr. Arthi Amalraj on succesfully defending her PhD on #biosecurity in #poultry production.

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Jeroen Dewulf @jkdewulf.bsky.social · Dec 16

Today, the board of WABA (World Animal Biosecurity Association) came together for the very first time to officially kick off WABA's activities. This is a first step toward what will hopefully become an impactful and successful organization.

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Jeroen Dewulf @jkdewulf.bsky.social · Dec 12

also in Belgium :-)

www.standaard.be/cnt/dmf20241...

Jeroen Dewulf @jkdewulf.bsky.social · Dec 12

interesting reading on the risk assessment for #HPAI for UK citizens. By extension likely also valid for majority of Europe I guess. www.food.gov.uk/research/foo...

Rapid Risk Assessment: Risk to UK consumers from Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) H5N1 B3.13 in US dairy products

In March 2024, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a press release confirming that the RNA of a strain of highly pathogenic avian infl...

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Prof James B Kirkbride @kirkbride.bsky.social · Dec 12

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Can't think of a better inaugural post than to share details of new 2-year research fellow post we're advertising for an outstanding epidemiogist to join my team to work on improving population mental health.

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Jeroen Dewulf @jkdewulf.bsky.social · Dec 9

Kijk er geweldig naar uit om deze te gaan lezen @koenShoors

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BIOSECURE @biosecure.bsky.social · Dec 6

Check out the latest episode of the #BIOSECURE Podcast, we talk with Dr. Nelima Ibrahim from #Bangladesh, discussing #biosecurity in backyard poultry farming.🌍🐔

Listen here: tinyurl.com/2mwh2exh

#backyardpoultry #biosecurity #onehealth

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Biocheck.Gent @biocheck.bsky.social · Dec 5

📣Our new survey: Pig backyard/small-scale, designed specifically for small-scale pig owners and backyard farms!
Whether you're raising #pigs on small yard/barn, this survey helps better assess #biosecurity situation of your farm.
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Jeroen Dewulf @jkdewulf.bsky.social · Dec 5

Backyard / small-scale pig farming is one of the drivers behind the spread of major diseases such as #ASF. #Biosecurity is one of the only tools available to reduce these risks. Yes also in backyard farming you can improve biosecurity. Do you want to know how? check biocheckgent.com/en/questionn...

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Jeroen Dewulf @jkdewulf.bsky.social · Dec 4

did you know that #broilers are treated on average 60-75% of their lifetime with #antibiotics not even taking into account the use of antimicrobial growth promotors. for more info read our most recent paper www.mdpi.com/3073472

Quantification of Antimicrobial Use on Commercial Broiler Farms in Pakistan

Pakistan has a large, intensive broiler production industry, where antimicrobials are extensively used for both therapeutic and prophylactic purposes. Monitoring antimicrobial use (AMU) at the farm le...

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