WALTON OAKS, SURREY – Feb, 8, 2019 Zoetis UK Ltd. Zoetis is aware of possible customer concernsabout the current Equine Influenza outbreak and knowing more about the available vaccines. The Zoetisvaccinations are Equip® Flu and Equip® Flu and Tetanus vaccines (Equip F or Equip FT) and we would like to share the following information;
· Zoetis can confirm that Equip F and Equip FT are both indicated for reduction in clinical signs caused by Equine Influenza, including Florida Clade 1 strains.
· Protection has been demonstrated in multiple clinical studies and Zoetis is confident that the Equip range continues to be effective against its licensed indications.
In the UK to date we have had no cases of flu reported in horses vaccinated with Equip F or Equip FT.
In the present flu outbreak, it is not clear if any of the current influenza vaccines will provide complete clinical protection against the mutated strain. However, as advised by the Animal Health Trust (AHT), the best way to protect your horse is to ensure your horse’s vaccinations are up to date and maintain good biosecurity. Please find below useful updates;
https://www.aht.org.uk/news/statement-on-equine-influenza-outbreaks-in-vaccinated-horses
https://www.bef.co.uk/News-Detail.aspx?news=equine-flu-outbreak
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