Montana livestock board approves revised brucellosis action plan (39) Nov 25, 2008
Class C designation is for states with the highest rate of brucellosis, and requires a federal quarantine. Class A and Class B fall between the two extremes of Class Free and Class C status. (Great Falls Prairie Star, MT)
NZ revises rules for imports Nov 23, 2008
WELLINGTON: New Zealand biosecurity officials have released a draft protocol for importing horses from Australia, which drops the present five weeks of quarantine. The update on a version dated April 17 drops equine influenza requirements that included vaccination, testing, pre-export and post-arrival quarantine, on the grounds that it will only be approved once Australia gets its official clearance from equine flu ... Bungled quarantine procedures allowed rapid spread of the virus through the... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Mixed reactions to Mile starters Nov 23, 2008
As usual, the 2008 Miracle Mile has been a drama-filled affair - from conspiracy theories that maintaining his unbeaten record and not excessive quarantine requirements were the real reason why Auckland Reactor withdrew, to rumours that Blacks A Fake had "gotten away" on trainer-driver Natalie Rasmussen in the four weeks since his last run. Sad story for Sneakyn. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Beavers for re-introduction project arrive in Scotland Nov 22, 2008
After being flown to Heathrow they will spend six months in quarantine before being released next spring in Knapdale, mid-Argyll, where their progress will be studied for six years by Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) ... This is the latest stage in a truly exciting development for wildlife watchers, not just in Scotland, but around the world , he said I am sure the beavers are awaiting their release from quarantine and into Knapdale as keenly as I am. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Study of ancient and modern plagues finds common features Nov 22, 2008
Throughout France, coastal health agencies and new quarantine stations were established; in Paris, a network of health inspection offices was created to coordinate inspection of wells, cesspools and latrines of both public and private buildings. Despite these efforts, cholera arrived in Paris on March 29, 1832, with explosive effectwithin two weeks, there were 1,000 cases, 85 percent of them fatal. (EurekAlert!)
Beavers arrive for spring release Nov 21, 2008
They will spend six months in quarantine before being released in Knapdale, Argyll, on a trial basis in spring 2009. The release will be the first-ever formal reintroduction of a native mammal into the wild in the UK.. (BBC News)
Beaver families arrive to begin new lives in Scotland Nov 21, 2008
Four beaver families at the forefront of attempts to re-establish the species to Scotland have been flown from Norway to Heathrow to spend six months in quarantine before being released in Argyll in the spring ... The creatures do not have names yet and will be catalogued using numbers for the quarantine period. (The Herald)
Five more moths found Nov 21, 2008
The discovery of five light brown apple moths during the month of November means Sonoma will soon be under a new state-required quarantine zone. The first moth was discovered along Ramal Road in early November, the same area that has been under quarantine since several moths were discovered in the area during the summer and fall ... One came from a trap in the same Boyes Hot Springs neighborhood that was under quarantine for months before it was lifted in October. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
New animal shelter put to work Nov 21, 2008
Sick cats are taken to a cat quarantine area. There s also a quarantine area for dogs who are sick or who are bad-tempered and likely to bite. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
We should have spoken up on Listeria: food agency Nov 20, 2008
The proposed changes include mandatory listeria testing on plant surfaces such as countertops, floors, ceilings and drains, immediate quarantine and testing of food after two subsequent positive findings, and mandatory testing of actual food by CFIA inspectors three times a year. The proposed changes include a requirement that company officials proactively warn CFIA inspectors when they encounter positive tests a protocol that the Star and the CBC found had stopped being practised shortly... (Hamilton Spectator)
What will media be like under Obama presidency? Nov 20, 2008
" And you still don't catch on. Everey problem in this country can be traced back to liberalism as it's root cause. High crime? Get out of jail early cards. AIDS epidemic? Can't quarantine the carriers. And let's not discuss which risky behavior actually spreads it. Educational mediocrity? Self esteem, diversity, and multiculturalism are all that matter in schools. Housing mortgage crisis that isn't, let's be fair about who gets house loans and avoid the appearance of redlining, or requiring a... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
China to overhaul dairy industry Nov 20, 2008
Wang Yong, director of the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine (GAQSIQ), told Xinhua that the government would strive to ensure all dairy products manufactured after Sept. 14 were melamine-free and safe ... Samples of 609 batches of liquid milk from 27 cities across China were found free of melamine, said the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine (AQSIQ). (Xinhuanet, China)
FDA sending inspectors to other nations Nov 19, 2008
The head of the Chinese agency that oversees quality supervision, inspection and quarantine, Li Changjiang, resigned in September after dairy companies producing tainted milk were found to have been exempt from inspection. Last year, a former chief of China's State Food and Drug Administration was executed for taking bribes to approve a deadly antibiotic. (MSNBC -- International)
Wanna see where this is going? Nov 19, 2008
The dog is now under quarantine ... The dog was taken into the animal control department's custody for a 14-day period of quarantine, which is standard procedure in these cases, Heron said. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Hu's Cuba visit highlights China's growing LatAm clout Nov 19, 2008
To add insult to injury for lame-duck U.S. President , Hu flew to Cuba, a nation Bush has tried to keep in quarantine during his eight years in office, immediately after attending the Group of 20 major nations' emergency financial summit in Washington. He flew there via a short visit to Costa Rica. (United Press International)
Europe and U.S. move toward cooperation with China on product safety Nov 18, 2008
Wei Chuanzhong, the Chinese deputy minister responsible of the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine, said the meeting marked "the beginning of a new era of tripartite cooperation.". U.S. agency to set up in China. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Local business -- in brief Nov 18, 2008
Phase three will include a quarantine facility, a pet cemetery and a nature trail. The quarantine facility will provide an enhanced ability to control infection, which will serve to allow pets to move through the system more quickly. (Rocky Hill Post, CT)
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Monday Update: State lifts quarantine on most of woman's rescued dogs ... The state has lifted its health quarantine on all but three dogs rescued from a California animal shelter and brought to Cowlitz County in September ... Before the state learned the dogs lacked health certificates and placed the dogs under quarantine, a few dogs were adopted out or fostered out by Another Chance Rescue, run by Mattila. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Mauled magician Roy in new hospital Nov 17, 2008
The tiger has been released from quarantine. SEE ALSO: 17 Oct 03 | Entertainment 09 Oct 03 | Entertainment 08 Oct 03 | Entertainment 05 Oct 03 | Entertainment. (Yahoo News -- Siegfried & Roy)
Hunters beware of rabies Nov 16, 2008
Genevieve County Animal Control Officer Mike Barton said the family dog that was attacked is under quarantine ... Barton said if someone is bit by a cat or dog that person needs to contact the authorities immediately so the animal can be placed in quarantine. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Inaugural tickets hard to come by Nov 16, 2008
Cholera has a short incubation period, from one to five days, and no new cases had been reported for 10 days when officials lifted a quarantine at Hainan University, which had been hit hard by the outbreak. Cholera is spread by drinking contaminated water or eating contaminated food. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Barack Obama is warned to beware of a huge threat from al-Qaeda Nov 15, 2008
After seven days of intense talks a naval quarantine is placed around Cuba and is only removed once President Khrushchev agrees to dismantle the base. 1983 President Reagan launches the Strategic Defensive Initiative Star Wars. (Times Online)
Day care where dog bit child cited by Deltona for code issues Nov 15, 2008
The dog will be held for a 10-day quarantine period, as required by state law. The disposition of the dog will be determined at the end of that time. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Schweitzer outlines possible solutions to brucellosis threat (113) Nov 15, 2008
And when co-mingling cannot be avoided, the association strongly supports quarantine of the exposed cattle herd until the herd could be tested and an epidemiological investigation indicates the herd presents no evidence of brucellosis infection ... ou'd round them up every year, test them and send the ones that test positive for brucellosis off to slaughter, and keep the negative females quarantined until after their first calving, and if the test negative after calving and the calves test... (Great Falls Prairie Star, MT)
Anthrax outbreak kills six people in Zimbabwe Nov 15, 2008
"We have put the area under quarantine. We have also vaccinated the area and the situation is coming under control. Villagers should rest assured that their cattle will be saved.". Reports emanating from Lupane indicate that many villagers lost their cattle to the disease. (Xinhuanet, China)
State launches twin campaigns vs. fruit pests Nov 15, 2008
A 1,181-square-mile portion of San Diego County south of state Route 78 was placed under quarantine in September ... While most of the county's citrus growers are north of the quarantine area, they are anxious. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Medfly treatment begins in El Cajon by air, ground Nov 15, 2008
In San Diego County, Atkins said crops that would be at risk from either quarantine or loss include persimmons, avocadoes, apples, tomatoes and grapes, with a total value of local crops at more than $280 million. Lyle said Friday that a quarantine in the affected El Cajon area is expected soon ... Residents would be prohibited from removing fruits and vegetables from the quarantine area. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Gaza City blacked out after rocket attacks Nov 14, 2008
The tight quarantine is causing serious problems, according to UN officials. Richard Miron, spokesman for the UN Mideast peace mission. (Boston Globe)
Chimpanzees go on the lam in Carbon County Nov 14, 2008
Although two chimps went on the lam, only the chimp that bit the woman is being quarantined, Undersheriff Dan McJunkin said Thursday. Sheriff's Deputy Jon Croft said the animal was being held under quarantine at the owner's residence near Roberts ... The chimps are being quarantined for rabies, which is unlikely, he said. (Missoulian, MT)
Philippines' bananas too risky: growers Nov 13, 2008
Quarantine regulator Biosecurity Australia on Wednesday released its final import risk analysis on the importation of Cavendish bananas from the Philippines. The body recommended that the fruit could enter Australia if the Philippines met risk management measures for seven pests and diseases of quarantine concern ... "We will do whatever it takes to stop these bananas coming in."We are concerned that the proposed quarantine measures are to be implemented by Philippine banana growers on farms... (Ninemsn)
Mainland won't suspend official visits to Taiwan, spokeswoman Nov 12, 2008
Fan said the ARATS and the SEF had agreed to hold talks next year on various fields, such as financial cooperation, joint combat against crime, labor cooperation in the fishing industry, investment protection, quarantine cooperation, protection of intellectual property rights and news coverage. Editor: Jiang Yuxia. (Xinhuanet, China)
Full Faith and Bad Credit Nov 11, 2008
We have also witnessed the way in which a flat world permits no quarantine: a financial virus encounters no barriers. Within a few weeks the entire world economy was brought to its knees by America s bad mortgages. (The American Conservative)
Highway project in Johor to be completed by end-2011 Nov 11, 2008
The 15km highway links the Pandan Interchange at the Tebrau Highway to the North-South Expressway and the new Johor Baru Customs, Immigration and Quarantine (CIQ) complex in Bukit Cagar. Shaharizuan said preliminary construction works had started since August. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
School lifts quarantine after cholera outbreak Nov 10, 2008
HAIKOU, Nov. 10 (Xinhua) -- Hainan University in south China's Hainan Province lifted a week-long quarantine on Monday after a cholera outbreak, officials said ... During quarantine, the school authority organized sporting events, artistic performances and offered Internet access for free to ease tension, said Zhang. (Xinhuanet, China)
Big crowds for Lord Mayor's Show Nov 9, 2008
It remains responsible for its open spaces (Epping Forest, Burnham Beeches, Hampstead Heath, West Ham Park and the Kent and Surrey Commons), its five bridges over the Thames, the Barbican Centre and the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, the quarantine station at Heathrow Airport and port health for the Port of London. His role differs from that of London's elected Mayor, currently Boris Johnson, covering the City of London and the 32 boroughs. (BBC News -- UK)
The coqui frog more than a noisy nuisance Nov 9, 2008
They are easily transported via flowers and nursery products, putting Big Island agricultural exporters under the threat of quarantine or onerous treatment protocols. The coqui's shriek, as loud as a lawn mower (and occurring at night when people are trying to sleep), can, and has, affected real estate sales where infestations occur. (Honolulu Advertiser)
CFIA to launch new listeria testing protocols Nov 9, 2008
If a test comes up positive for Listeria monocytogenes, the company would have to place the meat in quarantine, clean their facilities again and then re-test. A second positive finding would force the company to test a random sample of the quarantined meat for listeria, which can be found in unpasteurized dairy products, raw vegetables and meats, and processed foods, including deli meats and hot dogs ... If the quarantined meat tests positive, it would have to be destroyed. (CBC.ca)
How to Build a Fish Room on a Budge... Nov 8, 2008
Tanks for Quarantine: Newly bought fish should be kept in a quarantine tank for up to 30 days. Tanks for Sick or Bullied Fish: A hospital tank is needed in order to nurse them back to health. (Suite101.com)
Stem-cell freezer malfunctions at Eastern Health Nov 8, 2008
Eastern Health's acting CEO, Louise Jones, said the authority is in 'very much uncharted territory' in handling the stem-cell issue. The largest health authority in Newfoundland and Labrador released details Thursday afternoon of a "catastrophic" malfunction with a freezer used to store stem cells for 26 patients with cancers of the blood. (CBC.ca)
Data lacking to link moth spray to health woes Nov 8, 2008
There is a federal quarantine in place in the 13 counties, which means nurseries and farms have to get certification before certain plants and crops can be sold ... Its status as an "actionable" pest had a part in triggering the emergency campaign, and changing its status could lift the quarantine imposed on nurseries and farms. (San Francisco Chronicle)
China points finger at foreign milk products Nov 7, 2008
China's quality watchdog intercepted 191 batches of problem foreign goods in July, including milk powder and other dairy products made by Australian and South Korean companies, the Beijing News said, citing the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine. Nearly nine tons of "Ausnutria" brand milk powder produced by Australian dairy company Tatura Industries Ltd and supplied to an Australian-Chinese joint venture in southern Hunan province had failed a standard for... (MSNBC -- Health)
Juvenile winner Midshipman to Dubai, then Derby? Nov 7, 2008
-- Midshipman, the winner of the Breeders' Cup Juvenile, was recently sent from California to Kentucky to begin a quarantine process that will lead to him being shipped to Dubai this winter, trainer Bob Baffert said. Midshipman was acquired earlier this year by Sheikh Mohammed of Dubai when he purchased most of the assets of Stonerside Stable. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Dairy producer denies contamination Nov 7, 2008
Tony McKenna, the general manager of nutritionals at Tatura Milk Industries in Victoria, said the nine tonnes of infant formula, produced under the Chinese brand name Ausnutria and thoroughly tested before leaving Australian shores, were returned in early August after China's General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine informed the company the powder had tested positive for enterobacter sakazaki ... As to why authorities decided to make the findings public now, Mr... (Sydney Morning Herald)
Pact would let more bison outside park Nov 7, 2008
Round up all of the buffalo in the park and quarantine all of those that are infected. In the long run it would be cheaper and the buffalo could roam freely outside the park. (Great Falls Prairie Star, MT)
SAARC extraordinary meet postpones decision on milk grid Nov 6, 2008
The ministers agreed to jointly contain trans-boundary animal diseases and set up a network on harmonisation of quarantine and capacity building. They agreed to harmonise bio-fertiliser standards through SAARC Regional Standards Organisation as well. (Financial Express)
China retaliates: your milk's worse than ours Nov 6, 2008
CHINA'S quarantine service has rejected imports of Australian milk products because they failed bacteria tests. The General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine said nine tonnes of Ausnutria milk powder, produced by Tatura Milk Industries in Victoria, failed the standard for Enterobacter sakazaki, a bacteria that in infants can cause meningitis, inflammation of the brain's protective membranes, developmental problems and death. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
* CROSS-STRAIT TALKS: Groups slam legislative failings Nov 5, 2008
DPP Legislator Kuan Bi-ling () said that the based on the agreement on food safety, Taiwan would have to accept inspection results from Chinas General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine. Kuan warned that Taiwanese could not put their trust in the Chinese organization as it had approved the export of so many toxic foods. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Nissan to recall vehicles over air-bag defect in China Nov 5, 2008
A recall notice filed to the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine explained that a sensor located in the passenger seat cushion "may have been manufactured out of specification." It could result in the passenger air-bag being suppressed and fail to provide adequate protection in the event of a crash. Nissan said no injuries or crashes were reported due to the problem. (Xinhuanet, China)
* Cholera spreads across Hainan Nov 4, 2008
An outbreak of cholera in Hainan has spread to the provinces capital Haikou, forcing the quarantine of a local university. Seven students at Hainan University in Haikou had been diagnosed with cholera, bringing total cases in the province to 51, financial magazine Caijing said on its Web site, citing the provincial health bureau. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Rescued dogs find new home Nov 4, 2008
Georgia Butterfield of Rescued Paws cuddles Levi, one of 20 quarantined dogs from California the animal rescue group is temporarily caring for until the state says they may be adopted ... Dozens of dogs stuck for weeks at a Silver Lake woman s home because of a health quarantine have been turned over to area animal rescue groups for rehabilitation and eventual adoption ... Volunteers at Rescued Paws, a Longview dog rescue group, expect that by the middle of this week the state will lift the... (Longview Daily News, WA)
Cholera Outbreak Spreads Across China Resort Island Nov 4, 2008
BEIJING - An outbreak of cholera in China's southern resort island of Hainan has spread to the province's capital Haikou, forcing the quarantine of a local university. Seven students at Hainan University in Haikou had been diagnosed with cholera, bringing total cases in the province to 51, financial magazine Caijing said on its website (www. (Planet Ark, United States)
* Taiwan News Quick Take Nov 2, 2008
China imported more than 1,005 tonnes of fruit from Taiwan through Xiamen Port this year as of Thursday, surpassing the 1,000-tonne mark for a year for the first time ever, the Xiamen Quarantine Office said on Friday. According to a China News Services report seen in Taipei, the offices tallies showed that 141 shipments of Taiwan fruit entered China via Xiamen port in the first 10 months of the year, 1. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Another scoop … of oats and I'll tell all Nov 1, 2008
It's hard enough getting through US quarantine for the Breeders' Cup ... Horsenally, I think it would be a real shame if, say, Alessandro snuck out of his stall at the quarantine centre last Wednesday night and kicked All The Good in the off foreleg. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
China, after dumplings row, sniffs at Japan sauces Nov 1, 2008
Tests conducted by quarantine officials found Japan-produced soy sauce and mustard sauce had been contaminated by toluene and acetic ester, Xinhua news agency said on Friday. "This would risk people's health," Xinhua said, citing experts on the chemicals which are used in paint and paint thinners. (MSNBC -- Politics)
China's Animal Feed Tainted With Melamine Nov 1, 2008
The Ministry of Agriculture and the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine did not respond to faxed requests for comment. Phones rang unanswered at the Ministry of Health. (CBS News -- World)
Test finds Japanese food products tainted with chemicals Oct 31, 2008
Tests conducted by Guangdong Entry-Exit inspection and quarantine institution found Japan-produced soy sauce and mustard sauce were contaminated by toluene and acetic ester, the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine (GAQSIQ) said on its website. The food products were produced by three Japanese factories. (Xinhuanet, China)
All the Good in doubt Oct 30, 2008
All The Good's trainer Saeed bin Suroor said from the Sandown quarantine centre this morning that it was noticed by staff late last night that the six-year-old was "stiff" in his right foreleg ... All internationals are permitted out of quarantine on Saturday morning after serving their mandatory two-weeks in isolation at Sandown. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Go, Ted, go John Oct 30, 2008
She has increasingly separated herself from Mr. McCains positions, and this week tried to quarantine herself from the damage caused by news that the Republican National Committee had spent $150,000 on clothing and accessories for her and her family. More and more, she has broken out of the cloister imposed early on by McCain aides, doing more interviews with local television stations and newspapers, and speaking off the cuff to reporters who travel with her. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
80-year-old Adelaide Zoo flamingo recovering after bashing Oct 30, 2008
Strict quarantine regulations made it difficult now for zoos to bring more of the birds into the country. "He's just an icon, he's the oldest resident of the zoo, he's just a symbol of the beauty of nature,'' Dr West said. Described as tame and docile, the flamingo was unafraid of humans and had a habit of coming close to the edge of his enclosure. The attack left zoo officials concerned for the wellbeing of a second flamingo, the only companion for the older bird for more than 50 years. The... (The Australian)
All The Good adds to Cup casualty list Oct 30, 2008
Trainer Saeed bin Suroor said today All The Good had been lame and had stiffness in his hindquarters after working at the Sandown quarantine centre yesterday. But bin Suroor said he hadnt given up hope. (The West Australian)
Yellowstone follows in hoofsteps of Crop and co Oct 29, 2008
UK horse Yellowstone was confined to the Sandown quarantine stable yesterday morning after damaging a hip. Trainer Jane Chapple-Hyam said it might have happened when the horse became agitated in his box. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
* China knew of tainted eggs last month: official Oct 28, 2008
Chinas General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine, which is in charge of inspecting export products, refused to immediately comment yesterday on the issue of melamine in Chinese eggs. This story has been viewed 395 times. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Seafood can be a healthy catch Oct 28, 2008
Raw oysters, clams and other shellfish are held in quarantine for 24 hours until each batch is scientifically sampled for bacteria levels. Once given a clean bill of health, the batch is released to the restaurants. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Masks, hand washing prevent spread of flu-like symptoms Oct 28, 2008
The measures include voluntary home quarantine, isolation and treatment of cases, social distancing, personal protection such as face masks and hand hygiene, and school dismissal. . (Xinhuanet, China)
Masks, hand washing, prevent spread of flu-like symptoms by up to 50 percent Oct 28, 2008
The measures include voluntary home quarantine, isolation and treatment of cases, social distancing, personal protection such as face masks and hand hygiene, and school dismissal. "Although a few of these measures can be evaluated during seasonal influenza outbreaks, many are difficult or impossible to evaluate in advance of a pandemic," Monto said. (EurekAlert!)
