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Contagious equine metritis (CEM)

In the UK, isolation of the Contagious Equine Metritis Organism is notifiable by law. This is a statutory requirement under the Infectious Diseases of Horses Order 1987, and any positive samples must be reported by the testing laboratory to a Divisional Veterinary Manager (DVM) of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) who will investigate all cases.

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Introduction: Contagious equine metritis (CEM)

What is CEM?

How is the disease transmitted?

How do I know if my horse has CEM?

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How can I prevent my horse from contracting the disease?

What is the prognosis?

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