Parasite roundup 2019
Abstract
This article draws information from the ESCCAP UK & Ireland (European Scientific Counsel Companion Animal Parasites) Parasite Forecasts as well as other appropriate sources to provide a roundup of companion animal parasitology in the UK during 2019.
This article provides a roundup of parasitology related activities and events in 2019. Drawing from information published in the ESCCAP UK & Ireland Parasite Forecasts, recently published data and events of note, this article identifies key themes of 2019; analyses trends and interest from the public; and provides updates on a number of parasites and associated diseases.
Key themes and hot topics in 2019 were reflective of increased awareness about pet movement. This, in part, was down to Brexit and concerns over changing pet travel legislation, but also an ever-increasing number of exotic pathogens entering the UK via travelling pets and both legal and illegal pet importation. Another topic very much in the public domain is climate change. As climates are changing across Europe, we are seeing an increasing spread of exotic vectors closer to UK shores. This complements the concerns surrounding pet travel, as does our third key theme, tick awareness.
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