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  1. Article ; Online: Caribbean small ruminant importation requirements in an era of widespread anthelmintic resistance.

    Darby, Brandy J

    Veterinary parasitology, regional studies and reports

    2020  Volume 23, Page(s) 100518

    Abstract: Resistance of small ruminant gastrointestinal parasites to available classes of anthelmintic drugs is a widespread problem. As such, use of these drugs needs to be applied in a judicious manner in order to protect animal health. Herein, a case of drug- ... ...

    Abstract Resistance of small ruminant gastrointestinal parasites to available classes of anthelmintic drugs is a widespread problem. As such, use of these drugs needs to be applied in a judicious manner in order to protect animal health. Herein, a case of drug-resistant gastrointestinal nematodes imported to the Cayman Islands is outlined. In order to explore the potential for similar occurrences within the region, a survey was undertaken in March 2017 to assess the importation requirements for small ruminants to English-speaking Caribbean countries. The survey showed that universal administration of anthelmintics to small ruminants is a common pre-requisite for importation to the Caribbean region, though very few countries require any proof of drug efficacy. Such requirements are discordant with current recommendations for judicious anthelmintic use in domestic animal species and promote the continued development of anthelmintic resistance. While this survey focused on small ruminants, similar policies are often in place for the importation of a variety of animal species, including cattle, horses, and companion animals. Given that anthelmintic resistance is also recognized in parasite populations that impact these species, it may be time for the international community to revisit live animal importation requirements in the age of anthelmintic resistance. Some recommendations and considerations are put forward to help preserve animal health, animal welfare, and developing animal agricultural industries.
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Anthelmintics/pharmacology ; Caribbean Region ; Cattle ; Drug Resistance ; Horses ; Intestinal Diseases, Parasitic/veterinary ; Nematoda/drug effects ; Ruminants/parasitology
    Chemical Substances Anthelmintics
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-12-14
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 2405-9390
    ISSN (online) 2405-9390
    DOI 10.1016/j.vprsr.2020.100518
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  2. Article ; Online: Monitoring and Characteristics of Mpox Contacts, Virginia, USA, May-November 2022.

    Field, Eleanor N / McCarty, Elizabeth / Saady, Dawn / Darby, Brandy

    Emerging infectious diseases

    2024  Volume 30, Issue 3, Page(s) 453–459

    Abstract: During 2022, a global outbreak of mpox resulted primarily from human-to-human contact. The Virginia Department of Health (Richmond, VA, USA) implemented a contact tracing and symptom monitoring system for residents exposed to monkeypox virus, assessed ... ...

    Abstract During 2022, a global outbreak of mpox resulted primarily from human-to-human contact. The Virginia Department of Health (Richmond, VA, USA) implemented a contact tracing and symptom monitoring system for residents exposed to monkeypox virus, assessed their risk for infection, and offered interventions as needed. Among 991 contacts identified during May 1-November 1, 2022, import records were complete for 943 (95.2%), but 99 (10.0%) were not available for follow-up during symptom monitoring. Mpox developed in 28 (2.8%) persons; none were healthcare workers exposed at work (n = 275). Exposure risk category and likelihood of developing mpox were strongly associated. A total of 333 persons received >1 dose of JYENNOS (Bavarian Nordic, https://www.bavarian-nordic.com) vaccine, most (n = 295) administered after virus exposure. Median time from exposure to vaccination was 8 days. Those data tools provided crucial real-time information for public health responses and can be used as a framework for other emerging diseases.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Mpox (monkeypox) ; Virginia/epidemiology ; Contact Tracing ; Disease Outbreaks ; Health Personnel
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-01-18
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 1380686-5
    ISSN 1080-6059 ; 1080-6040
    ISSN (online) 1080-6059
    ISSN 1080-6040
    DOI 10.3201/eid3003.230609
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  3. Article: Caribbean small ruminant importation requirements in an era of widespread anthelmintic resistance

    Darby, Brandy J

    Veterinary Parasitology: Regional Studies and Reports. 2021 Jan., v. 23

    2021  

    Abstract: Resistance of small ruminant gastrointestinal parasites to available classes of anthelmintic drugs is a widespread problem. As such, use of these drugs needs to be applied in a judicious manner in order to protect animal health. Herein, a case of drug- ... ...

    Abstract Resistance of small ruminant gastrointestinal parasites to available classes of anthelmintic drugs is a widespread problem. As such, use of these drugs needs to be applied in a judicious manner in order to protect animal health. Herein, a case of drug-resistant gastrointestinal nematodes imported to the Cayman Islands is outlined. In order to explore the potential for similar occurrences within the region, a survey was undertaken in March 2017 to assess the importation requirements for small ruminants to English-speaking Caribbean countries. The survey showed that universal administration of anthelmintics to small ruminants is a common pre-requisite for importation to the Caribbean region, though very few countries require any proof of drug efficacy. Such requirements are discordant with current recommendations for judicious anthelmintic use in domestic animal species and promote the continued development of anthelmintic resistance. While this survey focused on small ruminants, similar policies are often in place for the importation of a variety of animal species, including cattle, horses, and companion animals. Given that anthelmintic resistance is also recognized in parasite populations that impact these species, it may be time for the international community to revisit live animal importation requirements in the age of anthelmintic resistance. Some recommendations and considerations are put forward to help preserve animal health, animal welfare, and developing animal agricultural industries.
    Keywords animal welfare ; anthelmintics ; cattle ; drug resistance ; gastrointestinal nematodes ; gastrointestinal system ; small ruminants ; surveys ; veterinary parasitology ; Caribbean
    Language English
    Dates of publication 2021-01
    Publishing place Elsevier B.V.
    Document type Article
    Note NAL-AP-2-clean
    ISSN 2405-9390
    DOI 10.1016/j.vprsr.2020.100518
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  4. Article ; Online: SARS-CoV-2 vaccine breakthrough infections in Virginia, January 17, 2021 - June 30, 2021.

    Darby, Brandy / Alexander, Victoria / Murphy, Julia

    Vaccine

    2023  Volume 41, Issue 7, Page(s) 1295–1298

    Abstract: As COVID-19 vaccines moved from the controlled environment of clinical trials to use in real-world settings, it has been important to evaluate vaccine effectiveness. A retrospective cohort study was designed to identify cases of SARS-CoV-2 infection that ...

    Abstract As COVID-19 vaccines moved from the controlled environment of clinical trials to use in real-world settings, it has been important to evaluate vaccine effectiveness. A retrospective cohort study was designed to identify cases of SARS-CoV-2 infection that occurred between January 17-June 30, 2021 in fully vaccinated Virginia residents. Of the fully vaccinated population of Virginia at the end of the study period (N = 4,271,505), 2445 (0.057 %) were reported to have experienced a vaccine breakthrough infection. Of those, 183 (7.5 %) were reported to have been hospitalized for COVID-19 and 53 (2.2 %) died from COVID-19. There were significant differences in vaccine effectiveness over time between both mRNA vaccines and the Janssen vaccine. Increasing age, pre-existing medical conditions, and male sex were associated with severe outcomes (hospitalization or death). Persons at greater risk for severe outcomes should continue to take precautions to prevent SARS-CoV-2 infection, even if fully vaccinated.
    MeSH term(s) Male ; Humans ; COVID-19 Vaccines ; COVID-19/epidemiology ; COVID-19/prevention & control ; Breakthrough Infections ; Retrospective Studies ; Virginia/epidemiology ; SARS-CoV-2 ; Vaccines
    Chemical Substances COVID-19 Vaccines ; Vaccines
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-01-20
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 605674-x
    ISSN 1873-2518 ; 0264-410X
    ISSN (online) 1873-2518
    ISSN 0264-410X
    DOI 10.1016/j.vaccine.2023.01.041
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  5. Article ; Online: SARS-CoV-2 vaccine breakthrough infections in Virginia, January 17, 2021 – June 30, 2021

    Darby, Brandy / Alexander, Victoria / Murphy, Julia

    Vaccine. 2023 Feb., v. 41, no. 7 p.1295-1298

    2023  

    Abstract: As COVID-19 vaccines moved from the controlled environment of clinical trials to use in real-world settings, it has been important to evaluate vaccine effectiveness. A retrospective cohort study was designed to identify cases of SARS-CoV-2 infection that ...

    Abstract As COVID-19 vaccines moved from the controlled environment of clinical trials to use in real-world settings, it has been important to evaluate vaccine effectiveness. A retrospective cohort study was designed to identify cases of SARS-CoV-2 infection that occurred between January 17-June 30, 2021 in fully vaccinated Virginia residents. Of the fully vaccinated population of Virginia at the end of the study period (N = 4,271,505), 2445 (0.057 %) were reported to have experienced a vaccine breakthrough infection. Of those, 183 (7.5 %) were reported to have been hospitalized for COVID-19 and 53 (2.2 %) died from COVID-19. There were significant differences in vaccine effectiveness over time between both mRNA vaccines and the Janssen vaccine. Increasing age, pre-existing medical conditions, and male sex were associated with severe outcomes (hospitalization or death). Persons at greater risk for severe outcomes should continue to take precautions to prevent SARS-CoV-2 infection, even if fully vaccinated.
    Keywords COVID-19 infection ; Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 ; cohort studies ; death ; males ; risk ; vaccines ; Virginia ; SARS-CoV-2 ; Breakthrough infection ; Vaccine effectiveness ; COVID-19
    Language English
    Dates of publication 2023-02
    Size p. 1295-1298.
    Publishing place Elsevier Ltd
    Document type Article ; Online
    ZDB-ID 605674-x
    ISSN 1873-2518 ; 0264-410X
    ISSN (online) 1873-2518
    ISSN 0264-410X
    DOI 10.1016/j.vaccine.2023.01.041
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  6. Article ; Online: Prevalence of heartworm infection in the feral cat population of Grand Cayman.

    Darby, Brandy / Dickinson, Charles / Gaskins, Lori / Hanna, Paul

    JFMS open reports

    2019  Volume 5, Issue 1, Page(s) 2055116919838083

    Abstract: Objectives: The aim of this study was to determine the presence and prevalence of heartworm infection in the feral cat population of Grand Cayman.: Methods: During the study period, feral cats were routinely trapped and euthanized for population ... ...

    Abstract Objectives: The aim of this study was to determine the presence and prevalence of heartworm infection in the feral cat population of Grand Cayman.
    Methods: During the study period, feral cats were routinely trapped and euthanized for population control by the municipal animal shelter. Cats older than 6 months of age were obtained for post-mortem examination shortly after euthanasia. The heart, lungs, pulmonary vasculature, thoracic and abdominal cavities were examined for the presence, location and number of mature heartworms. Sections of caudal lung were evaluated histologically and serologic tests were performed to screen for additional evidence of heartworm exposure.
    Results: Mature heartworms were identified in the pulmonary vasculature of 4/36 cats (11.1%). An additional nine cats showed histopathologic changes in the lungs consistent with heartworm exposure, and one cat had a positive antibody test.
    Conclusions and relevance: The results indicate a minimum heartworm prevalence of 11.1% within this population of feral cats, consistent with published necropsy reports from other endemic localities. Considering the histopathologic changes observed in this group, the true prevalence is likely higher and underscores the importance of heartworm prevention for the companion cat population of the island.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2019-03-26
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2822177-1
    ISSN 2055-1169 ; 2055-1169
    ISSN (online) 2055-1169
    ISSN 2055-1169
    DOI 10.1177/2055116919838083
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  7. Article: Cryptosporidium parvum outbreak associated with Raccoons at a Wildlife Facility—Virginia, May–June 2019

    Davis, Meredith K. / Riley, Jennifer / Darby, Brandy / Murphy, Julia / Turner, Lauren / Segarra, Marta D. / Roellig, Dawn M.

    Zoonoses and public health. 2022 May, v. 69, no. 3

    2022  

    Abstract: Cryptosporidium parvum is a parasitic zoonotic pathogen responsible for diarrheal illness in humans and animals worldwide. We report an investigation of a cryptosporidiosis outbreak in raccoons and wildlife rehabilitation workers at a Virginia facility. ... ...

    Abstract Cryptosporidium parvum is a parasitic zoonotic pathogen responsible for diarrheal illness in humans and animals worldwide. We report an investigation of a cryptosporidiosis outbreak in raccoons and wildlife rehabilitation workers at a Virginia facility. Fifteen (31%) of 49 facility personnel experienced symptoms meeting the case definition, including four laboratory‐confirmed cases. Seven juvenile raccoons were reported to have diarrhoea; six had laboratory‐confirmed cryptosporidiosis. Cryptosporidium parvum of the same molecular subtype (IIaA16G3R2) was identified in two human cases and six raccoons. Raccoon illness preceded human illness by 11 days, suggesting possible zoonotic transmission from raccoons to humans. This appears to be the first report of a human cryptosporidiosis outbreak associated with exposure to raccoons infected with C. parvum. Raccoons might be an under‐recognized reservoir for human C. parvum infections. Further study is needed to explore the prevalence of cryptosporidial species in raccoons and their role as a wildlife reservoir.
    Keywords Cryptosporidium parvum ; Procyon lotor ; cryptosporidiosis ; diarrhea ; human resources ; humans ; juveniles ; pathogens ; public health ; wildlife ; wildlife rehabilitation ; zoonoses ; Virginia
    Language English
    Dates of publication 2022-05
    Size p. 248-253.
    Publishing place John Wiley & Sons, Ltd
    Document type Article
    Note JOURNAL ARTICLE
    ZDB-ID 2271118-1
    ISSN 1863-2378 ; 1863-1959
    ISSN (online) 1863-2378
    ISSN 1863-1959
    DOI 10.1111/zph.12924
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  8. Article: Prevalence of heartworm infection in the feral cat population of Grand Cayman

    Darby, Brandy / Dickinson, Charles / Gaskins, Lori / Hanna, Paul

    Journal of feline medicine and surgery open reports. 2019 Mar., v. 5, no. 1

    2019  

    Abstract: The aim of this study was to determine the presence and prevalence of heartworm infection in the feral cat population of Grand Cayman. During the study period, feral cats were routinely trapped and euthanized for population control by the municipal ... ...

    Abstract The aim of this study was to determine the presence and prevalence of heartworm infection in the feral cat population of Grand Cayman. During the study period, feral cats were routinely trapped and euthanized for population control by the municipal animal shelter. Cats older than 6 months of age were obtained for post-mortem examination shortly after euthanasia. The heart, lungs, pulmonary vasculature, thoracic and abdominal cavities were examined for the presence, location and number of mature heartworms. Sections of caudal lung were evaluated histologically and serologic tests were performed to screen for additional evidence of heartworm exposure. Mature heartworms were identified in the pulmonary vasculature of 4/36 cats (11.1%). An additional nine cats showed histopathologic changes in the lungs consistent with heartworm exposure, and one cat had a positive antibody test. The results indicate a minimum heartworm prevalence of 11.1% within this population of feral cats, consistent with published necropsy reports from other endemic localities. Considering the histopathologic changes observed in this group, the true prevalence is likely higher and underscores the importance of heartworm prevention for the companion cat population of the island.
    Keywords antibodies ; cats ; euthanasia ; feral animals ; heart ; heartworms ; histopathology ; immunologic techniques ; lungs ; necropsy ; Cayman Islands
    Language English
    Dates of publication 2019-03
    Publishing place SAGE Publications
    Document type Article
    ZDB-ID 2822177-1
    ISSN 2055-1169 ; 2055-1169
    ISSN (online) 2055-1169
    ISSN 2055-1169
    DOI 10.1177/2055116919838083
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  9. Article ; Online: Cryptosporidium parvum outbreak associated with Raccoons at a Wildlife Facility-Virginia, May-June 2019.

    Davis, Meredith K / Riley, Jennifer / Darby, Brandy / Murphy, Julia / Turner, Lauren / Segarra, Marta D / Roellig, Dawn M

    Zoonoses and public health

    2022  Volume 69, Issue 3, Page(s) 248–253

    Abstract: Cryptosporidium parvum is a parasitic zoonotic pathogen responsible for diarrheal illness in humans and animals worldwide. We report an investigation of a cryptosporidiosis outbreak in raccoons and wildlife rehabilitation workers at a Virginia facility. ... ...

    Abstract Cryptosporidium parvum is a parasitic zoonotic pathogen responsible for diarrheal illness in humans and animals worldwide. We report an investigation of a cryptosporidiosis outbreak in raccoons and wildlife rehabilitation workers at a Virginia facility. Fifteen (31%) of 49 facility personnel experienced symptoms meeting the case definition, including four laboratory-confirmed cases. Seven juvenile raccoons were reported to have diarrhoea; six had laboratory-confirmed cryptosporidiosis. Cryptosporidium parvum of the same molecular subtype (IIaA16G3R2) was identified in two human cases and six raccoons. Raccoon illness preceded human illness by 11 days, suggesting possible zoonotic transmission from raccoons to humans. This appears to be the first report of a human cryptosporidiosis outbreak associated with exposure to raccoons infected with C. parvum. Raccoons might be an under-recognized reservoir for human C. parvum infections. Further study is needed to explore the prevalence of cryptosporidial species in raccoons and their role as a wildlife reservoir.
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Animals, Wild ; Cryptosporidiosis/epidemiology ; Cryptosporidiosis/parasitology ; Cryptosporidium ; Cryptosporidium parvum ; Raccoons/parasitology ; Virginia
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-02-14
    Publishing country Germany
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2271118-1
    ISSN 1863-2378 ; 1863-1959
    ISSN (online) 1863-2378
    ISSN 1863-1959
    DOI 10.1111/zph.12924
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  10. Article ; Online: Career stage differences in mental health symptom burden and help seeking among veterinarians during COVID-19.

    Russon, Jody M / Bland, Krista / Ravi-Caldwell, Nivedita / Haak, Patricia P / Kryda, Katharyn T / Codecá, Luca / Darby, Brandy J / Bissett, Carolynn J / Murphy, Julia / Hungerford, Laura

    Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association

    2023  Volume 261, Issue 6, Page(s) 898–906

    Abstract: Objective: To explore veterinarians' mental health symptom burden during COVID-19 and identify differences in symptom burden, social support, help seeking, and incentives and barriers associated with receiving help across career stages.: Sample: ... ...

    Abstract Objective: To explore veterinarians' mental health symptom burden during COVID-19 and identify differences in symptom burden, social support, help seeking, and incentives and barriers associated with receiving help across career stages.
    Sample: Online survey responses from 266 veterinarians between June 4 and September 8, 2021.
    Procedures: Respondents were grouped by career stage (early [< 5 years of experience], middle [5 to 19 years of experience], or late [≥ 20 years of experience]), and results were compared across groups.
    Results: Of the 262 respondents who reported years of experience, 26 (9.9%) were early career, 130 (49.6%) were midcareer, and 106 (40.4%) were late career. The overall mean anxiety and depression symptom burden score was 3.85 ± 3.47 (0 to 2 = normal; 3 to 5 = mild; 6 to 8 = moderate; and 9 to 12 = severe), with 62 of 220 (28.1%) respondents reporting moderate to severe symptom burden. Most (164/206 [79.6%]) reported not accessing behavioral health providers, and of these, 53.6% (88/164) reported at least mild symptom burden. There were significant differences in both symptom burden and mental health help-seeking intentions across career stages, with early- and midcareer (vs late-career) veterinarians reporting higher symptom burden (P = .002) and midcareer (vs late-career) veterinarians reporting higher help-seeking intentions (P = .006). Barriers and incentives for seeking mental health care were identified.
    Clinical relevance: Findings revealed differences in symptom burden and intentions to seek mental health care across veterinary career stages. Incentives and barriers identified serve to explain these career stage differences.
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Humans ; Mental Health ; Veterinarians/psychology ; COVID-19/veterinary ; Surveys and Questionnaires ; Anxiety
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-03-13
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 390811-2
    ISSN 1943-569X ; 0003-1488
    ISSN (online) 1943-569X
    ISSN 0003-1488
    DOI 10.2460/javma.22.12.0583
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