The state veterinarian, Dr. Jeff Kaisand, says several cases of canine brucellosis have been confirmed at a commercial breeding facility for small dogs in Marion County. The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship says it is notifying people who have custody of the exposed dogs. Both the animals and the facilities are quarantined while the dogs undergo testing....
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Flu lasts for more than an hour in air and on surfaces – why cleaning can really help
Influenza, or flu, viruses cause about 200,000 hospitalizations every year in the U.S. Annual seasonal vaccination is our best line of defense, but in recent years, it has become clear that mismatches in the vaccine can limit its effectiveness. Cleaning counters and keyboards can remove flu virus, which can survive well there, a study suggests. Credit: AVAVA/ShutterstockWe study how the flu...