Harvard study finds BSE poses little threat to U.S. consumers, agriculture
The United States is highly resistant to the introduction of bovine spongiform encephalopathy. And, even if the deadly disease were to enter this country, there is little chance of it becoming established. [more]

Horse transportation rules imposed by USDA
As of Feb. 5, 2002, the Department of Agriculture will impose several new rules on the care of horses destined for slaughter, including prohibiting the transport of those that are under six months of age, severely debilitated, likely to give birth during transit, or blind in both eyes. [more]

Zoonoses control: hurdles, headaches, and solutions
The opportunity for disease to pass from animal to human occurs daily around the globe in everyday activities. In many cases, however, little is done to reduce the transmission risk of zoonoses. [more]