Authors: Ka Y. Yuen, Natalie S. Fraser, Joerg Henning, Kim Halpin, Justine S. Gibson, Lily Betzien, Allison J. Stewart, *
Year: 2021
Journal: One Health
Summary#
This paper reviews Hendra virus epidemiology, presents a biosecurity protocol for veterinary clinics, and describes diagnostic tests currently available and under development.
Key Findings#
- No HeV vaccinated horse has tested positive for HeV infection
- Future spillover events are predicted to move further south and inland in Queensland and New South Wales
Methodology#
- Study Type: Review
- Geographic Focus: Queensland and New South Wales, Australia
Topics#
Epidemiology, Clinical, Virology
Relevance#
The paper discusses the importance of vaccination for horses to prevent Hendra virus transmission to humans, and identifies knowledge gaps related to vaccine efficacy in foals.