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Cell count solutions to solve somatic cell count and mastitis on …

WEBCellCheck has developed a new in-lactation consult, called Cell Count Solutions, to help farmers who are having difficulty in managing mastitis and somatic cell count (SCC) …

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Consumer: renewing health insurance in a pandemic

WEBA pandemic, increased rates and policy changes. Now more than ever you need to pay attention when renewing your health insurance, writes Ciara Leahy. Nearly …

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Health special: 10 tips to keep your health in check

WEBCholesterol – 5.0 or less. Blood pressure – 120/80 is normal. Blood sugar – fasting – 5.6 or less. You can help manage stress with regular exercise. \iStock. 4. …

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Dairy management: January is the month for vaccines

WEBThe three most common vaccines administered in January are scour, IBR, BVD and leptospirosis. Scour vaccine. The scour vaccine covers calves against …

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Sheep health corner: dealing with entropion, a rare but frustrating

WEBA young lamb with a mild case of entropion eye. The bottom eyelid is turned inwards and is starting to aggrevate the surface of the eye. Entrophin is a condition …

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Keeping a positive mindset amid weather woes

WEB16 April 2024. Dropping in with a neighbour and having a bit of craic over a cup of tea can lift the mindset. Spring 2024 has been tough on farmers and it has left many people at …

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Treatment of calf scour and pneumonia in young calves

WEBTo reduce exposure, remove the calf from the calving area as soon as possible into a clean calf pen. Calves need access to fresh, clean air (draught-free) and …

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Caring for family with Prader Willi Syndrome

WEBPrader Willi Syndrome (PWS) is a rare genetic disorder that is characterised by constant hunger, weak muscles and slow development. Margaret Hawkins talks to …

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Sheep Management: health planning, clostridial vaccination and …

WEBSheep conference programme. The 2024 Teagasc lowland sheep conferences take place next week. The first is being held in the Athlone Springs Hotel, …

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HSA records 16 farm fatalities over 2023

WEBSome 16 farm fatalities were recorded by the Health and Safety Authority (HSA) over 2023, accounting for more than a third of all workplace deaths and …

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HSA begins week-long farmer health and wellbeing inspection …

WEBThe Health and Safety Authority (HSA) began a week-long farmer health and wellbeing inspection campaign on Monday. The authority said that research shows …

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IBR, the disease and its control

WEBIBR, the disease and its control. Dr Maria Guelbenzu, programme manager for BVD and IBR, Animal Health Ireland, takes a look at IBR this week. Adam Woods. …

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All about Kombucha: A deep dive into the fermented tea craze

WEBThe kombucha market has been growing steadily in popularity in recent years and has witnessed remarkable growth. The fermented tea beverage originally …

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Buying a healthy calf – what signs to look for

WEBEyes. The eyes will tell you a lot about the health of the calf. You always want to see a calf with bright eyes as it is a sign that the calf is healthy. If a calf is unwell, it …

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Specifications announced for TAMS herd health monitoring

WEBThe TAMS reference costs for herd health and fertility monitoring systems are split in two. A reference cost for the base station is given as €2,833, with the costs …

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Expert advice on calving the cow

WEBOnce the head is out, pull the calf out and down at a 45° angle to the cow’s spine – once the rib cage is out, the downward angle can be increased. One cause of …

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A dying breed: one quarter of farmers at risk for suicide

WEBWith an increasing number of agricultural students focusing on mental health and wellbeing, and taking up psychology modules as elective classes, the agriculture …

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Cocaine use on Irish farms

WEBCocaine is a stimulant drug made from the leaves of the coca plant, native to South America. It is also called snow, C, charlie, coke, rock, dust and white. It is an …

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One Health: the new regulations for antibiotics in 2022

WEBOne Health: the new regulations for antibiotics in 2022. New European legislation tackling the challenge of antibiotic resistance will come into effect in January …

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