STRANGLES: New Insights, Vaccine Impact, and Managing Outbreaks

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This event will explore the current landscape of strangles control, focusing on the role of vaccination, testing, and quarantine measures. Three prominent equine medicine clinicians will discuss the evidence base for vaccination as an alternative to traditional methods like premovement testing and quarantine, examining its potential impact on managing outbreaks and reducing risk. The session will also address the emotional challenges surrounding vaccine hesitancy among horse owners and explore strategies to increase confidence and uptake. Finally, the panel will highlight the importance of targeted approaches in managing strangles, including how vaccination can be used to manage outbreaks effectively.