The University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine (UTCVM) is deploying its mobile veterinary clinic to Carter County, Tennessee, in response to the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene. This deployment is in response to a request from the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA).
Founded in 1946 by a small group of fox hunters in the post-World War II era, the Germantwon Charity Horse Show (GCHS) has grown to become one of the largest all-breed horse shows in the United States. The community’s deep-rooted love for horses and the desire to foster connections among friends, family, and animal lovers have been the driving forces behind the show’s enduring success.
Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis (EPM) is a disease that every horse owner should be aware of. It’s a neurological condition that can have devastating effects on the health and well-being of horses if not diagnosed and treated promptly. In this first part of our four-part series on EPM, we will explore what this disease is, how it affects horses, and why it poses such a significant threat.