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Oklahoma, Iowa Hit Hardest by PEDV
Wed, 31 Jul 2013 15:31:47 CDT
Iowa and Oklahoma are the two states hit hardest by the Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea Virus. The latest figures compiled by the American Association of Swine Veterinarians show 112 cases have been reported in Iowa and 60 in Oklahoma.
Nationwide, there have been 378 confirmed cases in 15 states.
The first case of PEDV in Iowa was reported the week of April 29th. The number of cases grew steadily until peaking at 25 cases the week of May 20. The number of new cases has been steadily declining since then.
In Oklahoma, the first case was reported the week of May 20th. Numbers are still climbing with 22 cases reported in the latest week.
You can find the latest epidemiological information on PEDV by clicking here.
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