In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Thomas Petznick, an expert in swine health, and Dr. Steve Tousignant from Vaxxinova US discuss the ongoing challenge of managing Streptococcus suis in swine herds. They break down what strep is, common signs of outbreaks, and how stressors like overcrowding and poor biosecurity can contribute to issues. Hear practical insights on diagnostics, treatment options, and the role of autogenous vaccines as part of an effective prevention strategy. Listen now on all major platforms!
"The beauty of autogenous solutions is the flexibility to select herd-specific isolates and adjust key components like antigens and concentration, allowing for more precise protection." - Dr. Steve Tousignant
What will you learn:
- (00:00) Introduction
- (05:00) Diagnosing strep
- (07:05) Tips for sample selection
- (12:44) Outbreak management steps
- (14:47) Vaccine strategy discussion
- (22:05) Intervention outcomes
- (31:38) Final three questions
Meet the guest:
Dr. Thomas Petznick, a veterinarian at ArkCare in Omaha, Nebraska, brings extensive field experience managing swine health. He earned his DVM from Kansas State University and is currently completing a master’s in preventive veterinary medicine at Iowa State University.
Dr. Steve Tousignant, Director of the Swine Business Unit at Vaxxinova US, holds a DVM and PhD in epidemiology from the University of Minnesota, specializing in vaccine development and pathogen monitoring.
Connect with our guest on Social Media: Dr. Steve Tousignant
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