| Bluetongue: The Virus and the Infection in Cattle and Small Ruminants Etienne Thiry Belgium |
| Midges As Vectors of Viruses of Bluetongue Disease and Measurements of Protection H. Mehlhorn Germany |
| Experimental Evaluation of an Inactivated Vaccine Against Bluetongue Virus Serotype 8 Birgit Makoschey The Netherlands |
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Come for an overview of bluetongue virus and the infection resulting for ruminants. World-recognized authorities will cover the most important aspects of the disease, including known vectors, best approaches to disease control, and the experimental evaluation of Bovilis BTV8, an inactivated vaccine that has proven safe and effective against BTV serotype 8. Only adequate control measures can stop bluetongue disease from becoming endemic in Europe. Insecticidal treatment and hygienic steps must be combined with mass vaccination programs. Discover how early detection of bluetongue virus serotype 8 enabled rapid development of the necessary vaccine so that protection against the virus will be possible this year. |