Each state and territory has its own
list of Notifiable
Animal Diseases. Click on the relevant jurisdiction to be taken to their website of
Notifiable Animal Diseases.
An updated version of ‘Exotic
diseases of animals a field guide for Australian veterinarians’ aka ‘The Blue
Book’ is now available here. It is a useful reference for private veterinarians, describing general
considerations for investigating a suspected EAD along with important information on
epidemiology, clinical signs, pathology, differential diagnosis and sample collection for
most exotic animal diseases designated by the OIE.
The Center for Food Security and
Public Health in the United
States also works to increase national and international preparedness for accidental or
intentional introduction of diseases that threaten food production or public health. On their
website you can find strategies, resources and training materials for Emergency Response. In-depth
information about Animal Diseases,
including technical facts and information is also available.
Animal Health Australia provides an
EAD Foundation
Course online for concepts
of EAD preparedness, management and response structures. It is directed at livestock
producers, veterinarians, veterinary students, government personnel and emergency workers.
Further information on Australian
biosecurity legislation, risk analysis and animals can be found at Australian Government Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment
website.