from the individual horse owner to the facility man-
ager to the event organizers and beyond. There is a
responsibility of all involved in disease outbreaks to
communicate and share accurate information in a
timely manner. Finally, there is a clear need for
more direct interaction between equine industry
groups, equine practitioners, and state/federal ani-
mal health ofcials to prepare for and respond to
equine disease threats in the United States.
Acknowledgments
Declaration of Ethics
The Author has adhered to the Principles of the
Veterinary Medical Ethics of the AVMA.
Conflict of Interest
The Author declares no conicts of interest.
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