Memories to prove a friendship Aug 18, 2008
In quarantine because he had tuberculosis. "No one can see him. You're not allowed." That's what our parents said. (Boston Globe)
News from around Wisconsin at 6:58 p.m. CDT Aug 18, 2008
A quarantine bans the moving of firewood, ash nursery stock, timber and other items likely to be infested with ash borers out of the two affected counties. CENTER CITY, Minn. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Third apple moth discovered Aug 18, 2008
If a second moth is found, the state could order a new quarantine zone, which would restrict the movement of plants and could impact grape growers during the height of the harvest season. The first two moths were found in Sonoma in February and April, causing the state to impose a 15-mile quarantine zone that stretches north to Elderidge ... The third moth was found outside the quarantine zone. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Mauled magician Roy in new hospital Aug 18, 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)
S Korea declares itself bird flu-free zone Aug 18, 2008
"Under OIE (the World Organization for Animal Health) rules, we can declare South Korea 'clean' three months after the last quarantine measures have been implemented," said Kim Chang-seob, the chief veterinary officer of South Korea's Agriculture Ministry. South Korea technically became a bird flu free country as of Friday, Kim added. (Xinhuanet, China)
S Korea says it is free of bird flu Aug 17, 2008
No confirmed case has been reported since May 15, when the quarantine measure was last taken against the May 12 outbreak here. Following tests on poultry farms nationwide all came negative for the virus, it said. (The Australian)
Sheep producers warned to be on the lookout for bluetongue (19) Aug 17, 2008
An outbreak of the disease late last summer lead to a quarantine on sheep in 16 Montana counties and killed more than 250 sheep in Wyoming's Big Horn Basin. We haven't had a significant outbreak of the disease in more than 15 years, and last year took us by surprise, said Dr. Martin Zaluski, Montana state veterinarian. (Great Falls Prairie Star, MT)
Quarantines are a thing of the past Aug 16, 2008
was diagnosed the city or county Health Officer (H.O.) tacked a quarantine sign near the homes main entrance. Quarantine signs served as notice or warning that a communicable disease was present in the home ... Some communicable diseases were cause for the premises to be placed under a strict quarantine that could be in affect for weeks and even more than a month. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
China Biologic Products Reports Second Quarter 2008 Results Aug 15, 2008
General and administrative ("Gpenses were $1.3 million or 10.6% of revenue, an increase of 67.3% from the same period last year. The increase in Gainly due to the increase in personnel cost, auditing, and legal fees and costs associated with increased investor relation activities. A non-cash employee compensation expense of $1.3 million was created by the Company's adoption of the 2008 Equity Incentive Plan on May 2008. Research and development expenses increased 290.1% to $0.28 million, or 2.3%... (PR Newswire)
* Chinese pandas may arrive in Taipei by October Aug 15, 2008
Regulations state that the zoo can now begin its application process to import Tuan-tuan and Yuan-yuan, with 30 days of quarantine for both before and after their transportation. Taiwanese may see them in Taipei as early as October, many Chinese-language media said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan)
Many want a cut from the fat on bacon, but not the diners Aug 15, 2008
When 43-year-old Wu fell to his death, his food safety division of the China's General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine was responsible for ensuring the Beijing Olympics was not mired by scandals about contaminated food. His world of Olympic food safety is a neat microcosm of the problems besetting the quality-inspection administration and the broader Chinese bureaucracy. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Dozens Of Cats At Nassau Shelter Under Quarantine Aug 15, 2008
-- Dozens of cats at the Nassau County Animal Shelter were quarantined Thursday night because animal experts suspect the animals may have a contagious parasite that can affect people. Fifty of the shelter's 90 cats are under quarantine ... The 50 quarantined animals have been tested, but their results have not come back. (News4Jax.com, FL)
Zoo officials: New hospital means less transport, better care Aug 14, 2008
The building also houses a recovery room, quarantine rooms and a shower room for zoo keepers so they dont carry infections into or away from the zoo ... Prairie Oak Veterinary Center's Jeanette Romanowski, right, and vet assistant Linda Sax prepare to perform a yearly exam on Velcro, a red panda, at the Miller Park Zoo Veterinary Hospital and Quarantine Building on Wednesday morning. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Owner continues to fight Qld Govt to save horse Aug 14, 2008
ELEANOR HALL: The racehorse owner who is threatening to sue the Queensland Government to stop it from putting down his horse has now said he'll go to quarantine himself if that's what it takes ... WARREN SMALL: I'm prepared to even be part of the quarantine to look after the horse ... If they want to quarantine that, well, we can discuss it and build some stables up the back. (ABC Online)
Breeder defies horse euthanasia deadline Aug 14, 2008
He said the horse should instead by kept in quarantine for 12 months and studied. "I'm not giving up at all," he said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Veterinarians alerted about canine brucellosis Aug 14, 2008
One breeding operation remains under quarantine and may not sell any animals to the public (as pets or for breeding) until all dogs on the premises test negative for the disease, which can take several years. Authorities also found two Van Buren County purebred dogs imported from a kennel in Indiana to be positive for CB and Indiana animal health officials are investigating. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Bloomington eyes removal of 3,400 ash trees Aug 13, 2008
Deizman said the area will be placed under a quarantine which will prohibit people from taking the wood of local ash trees out of the area ... nature24_7 wrote on Aug 12, 2008 2:30 PM:" Well let me see if I'm right - to save the tree you have to kill it??? Very premature on the total eratication of the ash - 1 things for sure - if you remove all ash THEY will be gone - quarantine the area and let nature take it's course. These are not the only thing that kills ash - native ash borers, diseases,... (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Official: China food regulator's death accidental Aug 13, 2008
"His incident was an accident. He fell from a building," said Xia Wenjun of the news department of the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine. The spokeswoman refused to elaborate, saying she had no more information to provide. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Science)
New drug targets main culprit in common colds Aug 12, 2008
This double-blind study will be carried out in a controlled quarantine facility and will check the viral count and cold symptom improvement. The full results expected by the end of April 2009, will then be used to help select doses for treatment and prevention of HRV infection in later clinical studies. (News-Medical.net)
West Nile Virus found in Saugus crow; spraying is planned Aug 12, 2008
The responding animal control officer discovered the crow fluttering around and brought it to a quarantine area, where the bird died and was sent to the state lab for testing. Last Friday the Massachusetts Department of Public Health contacted Giacalone to announce the crow did test positive for WNV.. (Saugus Advertiser, MA)
Tanjung Emas port in C. Java adopts online permit system Aug 12, 2008
The five agencies approved during the first stage are the Directorate General of Customs and Excise, the Directorate General of International Trade, the Drugs and Foods Supervision Agency, the Agriculture Quarantine Agency and the Fish Quarantine Center. Around 60 percent of all imports received in Indonesia arrive at Tanjung Priok port. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Business)
Invasive beetle could take 1 in 4 city trees Aug 11, 2008
The Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection has established a quarantine on nursery stock and lumber in four counties in southeastern Wisconsin, including Ozaukee and Washington, where emerald ash borers were found. Wisconsin state parks already ban users from bringing in firewood from more than 50 miles away or across state lines. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Ellis Island Called Heartbreak Isla... Aug 10, 2008
Before reaching Ellis Island ships stopped at the Coast Guard Quarantine Station. If a ship passed this inspection primarily aimed at discovering epidemic disease, first and second-class passengers were examined and, if approved, released upon docking. (Suite101.com)
Student tries to show Tibetan flag at Olympics Aug 10, 2008
Olympic organizers moved the equestrian event from Beijing to Hong Kong because of a rash of equine diseases and substandard quarantine procedures on the mainland. Hong Kong has a prominent horse racing scene. (CNN -- World)
Timeline: China Aug 10, 2008
Strict quarantine measures are enforced to stop the disease spreading. THREE GORGES PROJECT. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
* World News Quick Take Aug 9, 2008
A drug research company says a roomful of research monkeys quarantined at its lab were accidentally killed in May due to overheating ... The company blames a series of human error in the operation of climate control in one room at the quarantine facility. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Budget wish list for all seasons Aug 9, 2008
It would also be appropriate to take a relook at the tax position of leasing companies as current tax rules, which quarantine leasing businesses from other businesses, can result in a heavy tax burden. Creating a more business-friendly environment. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
14 Dogs Rescued From Rainier Home Aug 9, 2008
The other surviving dogs are in quarantine. "I've heard all the yapping, but I've never realized they had that many dogs," said neighbor Sandy Older. (KIRO TV, WA)
Lethal Weapon 5 Buzz Aug 8, 2008
TrackingB claims that both Gibson and Glover are keen on reprising their roles, and "that Silver is after Columbus Short for a role." Short's credits include Stomp the Yard, Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip, and the forthcoming thriller Quarantine. News. (IGN FilmForce)
Bird Flu Patient 'Not Infected' With Deadly Strain Aug 8, 2008
Until then, Cho is expected to remain in a quarantine ward. Arirang News. (Yahoo News -- Bird Flu)
British man protests China's record in Hong Kong Aug 8, 2008
Olympic organizers moved the equestrian event from Beijing to the former British colony of Hong Kong because of a rash of equine diseases and substandard quarantine procedures on the mainland. Hong Kong has a prominent horse racing scene. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Chinese investigate bird deaths at equestrian venue Aug 8, 2008
Olympic equestrian events, which will be contested between Aug. 9 and 21, were moved from Beijing to Hong Kong because of a rash of equine diseases and substandard quarantine procedures on the mainland. The Veterinary Department Equine Clinic is part of a state-of-the-art facility at the Shatin Olympic Equestrian Venue in Hong Kong. (Yahoo News -- Olympics)
32 lab monkeys accidentally killed Aug 8, 2008
- Thirty-two research monkeys quarantined at a lab in Nevada were accidentally killed in May due to overheating ... The company said the death of the 32 longtail macaque monkeys in a single room of its quarantine facility there was the result of a series of human errors in the operation of the climate control. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Emerald Ash Borer Found in Wisconsin Aug 8, 2008
Officials announcing the find emphasized that the first steps in responding to the infestation will be to quarantine movement of hardwood firewood, ash nursery stock, timber or any other article that could spread EAB out of the infested area. Following placement of the quarantine there will be a thorough survey of the area around the find to determine the size of the infestation, its boundaries, and the possible source ... Since the infestation site is near Washington County, it s likely that... (Agri-View, WI)
Gulliver's travails: Aug 8, 2008
After a shipwreck, arrest and quarantine, a blue and gold macaw's transoceanic odyssey appeared to be over Thursday with his safe release from a U.S. Department of Agriculture station in Otay Mesa ... Gulliver arrived a month ago and was held in quarantine in the USDA Veterinary Services building near the Otay Mesa border crossing. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Mass euthanization at a Louisiana animal shelter upsets many Aug 7, 2008
The shelter is now closed and under strict quarantine. No pets or employees are allowed inside. (KSLA.com, LA)
OLYMPICS:What To Watch For Aug 7, 2008
The equestrian events are being held in Hong Kong due to quarantine restrictions on mainland China, and the riders there are fretting over how the heat and humidity will affect their horses and the competition overall. The French, British and Australians all look strong in the equestrian triathlon of eventing. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Column: Lyme Disease, Ash Borer on the move Aug 7, 2008
The heaviest populations remain in the Southeast portion of Michigan however, not surprising, isolated populations are showing up in nearly every county of the Lower Peninsula and have crossed the bridge to the Southeast U.P. Despite all the quarantines and publicity people think the firewood transporting ban applies to others, not them ... Check the Michigan Department of Agriculture web site for the particulars of the extensive ash borer quarantine. (Cassopolis Vigilant, MI)
More of this story... Aug 7, 2008
She said the dogs were not properly quarantined and vaccinated prior to transportation, a legal requirement for animals crossing state lines ... A major investigation released in the 1998-99 Tulare County Grand Jurys final report revealed major violations of inadequate record keeping of vaccinations, unsanitary conditions, insufficient quarantine, Rabies Control regulations, neglect of the animals, and euthanizing animals prior to the mandated 72-hour holding period. (The Exeter Sun, CA)
Tangipahoa shelter euthanizes over 170 dogs and cats Aug 7, 2008
The facility will likely remain under a strict quarantine for the next five days, until the facility can be cleaned several times. Former employees of the shelter say a lack of manpower led to the unsanitary conditions, and now blame management for cutting back shifts dedicated to cleaning the facility. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Ex-director of Tangipahoa Animal Shelter wants investigation Aug 7, 2008
The shelter has been closed since Monday and remains under strict quarantine. Meanwhile, former shelter workers can t help but ask why. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Dumplings That Sickened Japanese Also Caused China Poisonings, Report Says Aug 6, 2008
A spokesman for China's General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine wasn't immediately available. which had imported dumplings made by Tianyang Food to Japan, said it had no information about the Chinese poisonings. (Bloomberg -- Japan)
California Delivers on Olympic Athletes' Request for Strawberries Aug 6, 2008
This initial test shipment will be inspected by the China General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine (AQSIQ) to ensure the fruit meets China's food safety and quality standards. California Strawberry Commission President, Mark Murai said, "After initial review and quality checks in Beijing, California strawberries will continue to enter the country and will be available throughout the entire Olympic Games." The fruit will be prepared by the official caterers who... (PR Newswire)
NSW quarantines horse stable over Hendra fears Aug 5, 2008
The NSW Department of Primary Industries has quarantined a stable next to Ballina Racecourse in the state's north after a horse showed signs similar to Hendra virus infection ... Quarantine measures are in place because there is a small risk the Hendra virus can be transferred to humans. (ABC Online)
Three Types of Tuberculosis Infecti... Aug 5, 2008
Inflammation triggers other cells within the host to essentially quarantine the area by depositing collagen fibers around the packed macrophages, forming an enclosed infection within the lung called a tubercle. The cells at the center of the tubercle may eventually die, producing either an area of necrosis or an actual cavity. (Suite101.com)
Facing up to our failure with HIV/AIDS Aug 5, 2008
let's quarantine all individuals found to be carriers of this dread disease ... I do think that we need to quarantine those AIDS patients that demonstrate that they are not likely to practice safe sex on their own ... Sexual orientation is not sufficient as a base to come to terms with reasoning to quarantine since it effects all orientation. (Chicago Tribune)
Abandoned Newborn Sea Lion Gets Swimming Lessons Aug 5, 2008
The 26-pound sea lion was recently given a clean bill of health after a mandatory quarantine period. Ella was born on June 16 and she was abandoned shortly after her mother gave birth to her on a beach in. (NBC 11, CA)
Qld govt bails out stricken vet clinic Aug 4, 2008
The Queensland government will financially assist a Brisbane veterinary clinic that has been turned into a Hendra virus quarantine site ... Dr Lovell said while the clinic was maintaining quarantined horses on behalf of their owners, the business had not been unable to trade since the Hendra virus outbreak, early last month ... The clinic was quarantined after the first of four Hendra-affected horses died at the clinic. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Clovis nonprofit aims for new shelter Aug 4, 2008
Today, the shelter has about half that space scattered in four buildings on Villa Avenue at Letterman Park -- an adoption center, quarantine area, administrative offices and stray area ... A closet and bathroom have been converted into quarantine areas for kittens ... CRAIG KOHLRUSS/THE FRESNO BEE Several young kittens are in a quarantine room until their health improves and they can be transferred to the main cat adoption room at the Clovis Adoption Center. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Team targets Chuuk in tuberculosis battle Aug 3, 2008
The Health Department task force will include wide public and private representation from CDC, community clinics, U.S. Health and Human Services, the Honolulu Quarantine Station, regional airlines, Pacific Islands Health Officers Association, nations of Micronesia, military and other government, community and Pacific partners. Honolulu Star-Bulletin. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Will Fifi Go on Vacation Too? Aug 3, 2008
Some international travel with pets requires a quarantine period in the foreign country for up to six months to prevent the spread of diseases. Another frequent mode of vacation travel is by van or car. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Mauled magician Roy in new hospital Aug 3, 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)
440 prisoners sick in Huntville's Wynne Unit Aug 3, 2008
The unit's now under a medical quarantine after 440 prisoners and 28 staff members have become sick. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and stomach cramping. (KHOU.com, TX)
Hendra virus victims deteriorating Aug 2, 2008
Two Queensland properties remain under quarantine after separate outbreaks of the Hendra virus in horses last month. Four horses at the Redlands clinic have died. (Courier Mail)
Feral cat colony to be destroyed Aug 2, 2008
They do expect some complaints from Ann Turk, the caregiver of the colony, who found the rabid kitten about a month ago and would like the trapped cats to be put instead in quarantine. "This is not reasonable as there is no documentation to show which cats have been vaccinated," Sauve said in a statement. (The Palm Beach Post)
Vet's Corner: Producers need to vaccinate cattle for anthrax (31) Aug 1, 2008
Our area hasn't had an anthrax quarantine for several years ... These quarantined herds are revaccinated in 10 days. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
Buying a Companion Parrot Aug 1, 2008
Birds, especially baby birds, bought in either location are often highly stressed, have been exposed to many other birds and may have been infected with avian diseases (bird fairs often attract amateur parrot breeders, not all of whom exercise sufficient quarantine and bird care practices). Buying birds from parrot breeders has advantages over buying a parrot at a pet store. (Suite101.com)
Avian Veterinarians and Quarantine ... Aug 1, 2008
Avian Veterinarians and Quarantine for Parrots: Proper Pet Care for New Parrots and Established Birds ... Avian Veterinarians and Quarantine for Parrots ... Avian Veterinarians and Quarantine for Parrots. (Suite101.com)
Making a comeback Aug 1, 2008
Animals at the compound are kept under strict quarantine and tested for brucellosis up to a dozen times ... Ervin Carlson, a member of the Blackfeet tribe and president of the InterTribal Bison Cooperative, said he expected several tribes to submit proposals to take animals from the quarantined Yellowstone bison ... At least three states also have expressed interest in bison, according to Keith Aune with the American Bison Society, who has been serving as a liaison between agencies involved in... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
DVD reviews: 21, Doomsday Aug 1, 2008
A military unit is dispatched into the quarantine zone to find a cure among the savage society that has sprung up among the British survivors. The DVD has both the R-rated theatrical version and an unrated cut adding more footage, plus a couple of background featurettes. (MSNBC -- Movies)
Suspicious envelope still a big mystery Aug 1, 2008
Odd envelope led to quarantine Friday, August 01, 2008 BY ALEX ZDAN ... The other 30 people at work in the building were ordered outside, where they remained in a quarantine on the front steps of the borough hall for nearly four hours. (NJ.com -- Times)
War wounds of kamikaze reformist Jul 31, 2008
As the Gavin Anderson flack who is ringing around journalists on behalf of the Government put it last week, the only tough decision of the Carr government was tort law reform, although, to be fair, Bob Carr did quarantine education from the worst ideological reforms that struck other states and he created lots of national parks, if you like that kind of thing. But Carr never defied what Costa calls Labor's "head office machine" and the union officials who oppose reform. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Travelling with a Cat Jul 31, 2008
It is also important to check pet-related regulations, such quarantine requirements, if travelling to other countries. Attach Identification. (Suite101.com)
Bison groomed, culled in bid to grow herds Jul 31, 2008
Animals at the compound are kept under strict quarantine and tested for brucellosis up to a dozen times. Infected animals are sent to slaughter. (MSNBC -- Environment)
Quarantine in Princeton Jul 31, 2008
PRINCETON BOROUGH -- Three people were sickened and more than 30 others temporarily quarantined after a piece of mail was opened in the clerk's office lo cated in borough hall yesterday morning. Unsure if the envelope contained a hazardous substance, authorities cordoned off the building and called in local, state and federal emergency agencies. (NJ.com -- Times)
