How to Investigate a Disease Outbreak
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Investigating a disease outbreak requires examination of both affected and unaffected animals with the goal of identifying factors associated with the occurrence of disease. By following a series of systematic steps, an unbiased, organized assessment of the problem can be made, and the likelihood of understanding a disease outbreak is increased. Authors’ address: Dept. of Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO 80523. r 1999 AAEP.
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تاریخ انتشار 1999