AAEP Panel Calls for Additional EIPH Research
AAEP Racing Committee presented at the Welfare and Safety of the Racehorse Summit June 28 at Keeneland.
Keyword: exercise-induced pulmonary hemorrhage
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CHRB Passes Third-Party Lasix Administration
Though many local veterinarians voiced opposition once again, the California Horse Racing Board approved the third-party administration of race-day Lasix June 16 during a meeting at Santa Anita Park.
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Studies on Lasix Administration Progressing
In a presentation at the RCI conference March 23 in New Orleans, Jockey Club executive director Matt Iuliano highlighted studies examining the efficacy of administering furosemide at least 24 hours before a race.
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Alternative Means to Combat EIPH Sought
The AAEP has identified areas it believes are central to understanding exercise-induced pulmonary hemorrhage, and it hopes they determine future research into alternative methods of combating EIPH.
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AAEP Seeks EIPH Treatment Alternatives
The American Association of Equine Practitioners has released a "Prescription for Racing Reform" that includes "a commitment to identifying non-race day treatment alternatives for exercise-induced pulmonary hemorrhage."
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Study Examines EIPH and Racing Performance
A study published online this spring found no link between the vast majority of horses who suffer from exercise-induced pulmonary hemorrhage and long-term racing performance.
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WGOH: Better Questions to Answer
The Jockey Club should push for more in-depth furosemide research.
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Orfevre Out of Takarazuka Kinen
Orfevre, expected favorite in his title defense in the June 23 Takarazuka Kinen (Jpn-I), was withdrawn from the race after the 2011 Triple Crown champion bled following training June 13.
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The Keeneland Files: From California to KY
A look at who's who and what's going on at Keeneland for the spring meet.
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Nasal Strip Seminar Scheduled at Keeneland
A seminar called "Flair Nasal Strips: The Clinically Proven Alternative to Lasix" will be held at Keeneland April 9.
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Trainer Calhoun Suspended 30 Days in Kentucky
Stewards at Turfway Park have slapped trainer Bret Calhoun with a 30-day suspension after a horse in his care tested positive for the prohibited anti-hypertension drug Guanabenz following a win at Churchill Downs May 26.
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NY Horsemen Present Medication Reform Policy
The New York Thoroughbred Horsemen's Association April 13 announced a plan to reform medication policies in Thoroughbred racing that it believes addresses many of the issues that have brought criticism to the sport.
