Publications by authors named "W Wiriyarat"

The canine distemper virus (CDV) could infect various wildlife species worldwide. The viral infection in large felids directly impacts wildlife conservation. This study aimed to understand better the burden of CDV outbreaks in captive tiger populations in Thailand and a novel discovery of their clinical signs with a history of CDV exposure.

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Crocodilians are susceptible to a range of virus infection including influenza A virus (IAV). However, little is known about the ecology and epidemiology of IAV in crocodile species. This study aimed to investigate IAV infection in farmed Siamese crocodiles in central Thailand.

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Article Synopsis
  • - During the COVID-19 pandemic, personal protective equipment (PPE) like masks and gloves were disposed of improperly at garbage dumping sites, leading to potential environmental contamination.
  • - A study conducted in Thailand found that while most samples from animals and other environmental sources did not show SARS-CoV-2, two face masks collected from a dumping site tested positive for the virus, indicating a risk of transmission through waste.
  • - The findings emphasize the importance of effective waste management practices and the need for proper PPE for waste handling personnel to minimize exposure and prevent further spread of viruses.
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There is an increasing need for robust wildlife health programs that provide surveillance and management for diseases in wildlife and wild aquatic populations to manage associated risks. This paper illustrates the value of a systematic method to enhancing wildlife health programs. The U.

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Epidemiological data on SARS-CoV-2 infection in companion animals have been thoroughly investigated in many countries. However, information on the neutralizing cross-reactivity against SARS-CoV-2 variants in companion animals is still limited. Here, we explored the neutralizing antibodies against SARS-CoV-2 in cats and dogs between May 2020 and December 2021 during the first wave (a Wuhan-Hu-1-dominant period) and the fourth wave (a Delta-dominant period) of the Thailand COVID-19 outbreak.

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