Piglets are key subpopulation in keeping IAV-S circulating
May 18, 2018Susan Spiegel
When it comes to influenza A virus in swine (IAV-S), the relationship between the sow’s immune status and piglet protection remains perplexing.
Genetic diversity, changing clinical picture make IAV-S detection challenging
Jan 04, 2018Susan Spiegel
By Phillip Gauger, DVM, MS, PhD Associate Professor Iowa State University Influenza A virus in swine (IAV-S) remains among the top health challenges facing the US swine industry and, worse...
Understanding swine flu’s diversity key to better control programs
Aug 03, 2017Susan Spiegel
The number of swine influenza cases as well as the diversity of circulating flu viruses have increased in the past several years, based on experience at Iowa State’s Veterinary Diagnostic...
IAV-S elimination in breed-to-wean herds is challenging — but possible
Jul 21, 2017Susan Spiegel
Influenza A virus in swine (IAV-S) continues to present an ever-changing health challenge in breed-to-wean populations.
Snout wipes shown to be practical, efficient method for detecting swine influenza A
May 18, 2017Susan Spiegel
Snout wipes are a practical and efficient method of detecting influenza A virus in swine (IAV-S), according to a study presented at the 2017 annual meeting of the American Association of Swine...
