JOURNAL ARTICLE

Glanders: A Short History and Its Transmission.

  • Published In: Veterinary Heritage: Bulletin of the American Veterinary Medical History Society, 2023, v. 46, n. 1. P. 3 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Jackson, Nathan 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the history and transmission of glanders, a highly infectious zoonotic disease that has afflicted horses and other equids for centuries, with its origins dating back to Hippocrates. Topics discussed include the disease's historical background, methods of transmission, efforts to control its spread, and its impact during significant historical events such as the American Civil War and both World Wars.

Additional Information

  • Source:Veterinary Heritage: Bulletin of the American Veterinary Medical History Society. 2023/07, Vol. 46, Issue 1, p3
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Life Sciences
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:1096-5904
  • Accession Number:171792116

Looking to go deeper into this topic? Look for more articles on EBSCOhost.