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The Guardian
25-03-2025
- Science
- The Guardian
Racehorses in Britain will be tested for gene doping with immediate effect
Racehorses in Britain will be tested for gene doping after the British Horseracing Authority announced it had spent nearly £2m on research to improve detection. Testing will become part of regular race-day and out-of-competition sampling processes with immediate effect. Brant Dunshea, the BHA's acting chief executive, said in a statement: 'Testing for gene doping is a significant step forward for British racing and reinforces our commitment to safeguarding the welfare of our horses.' Market Rasen 2.15 Loch Frisa 2.45 Bodygroove 3.15 Issar d'Airy 3.50 Feet On The Ground 4.25 We Got Your Back 5.00 Uptown Dandy Hereford 2.30 Alexandra Larose 3.00 Lara Kaleo 3.32 Iskar d'Airy 4.07 Time Interval 4.42 Everyonesacritic 5.17 Jimbo Sport Kempton 4.20 Greydreambeliever 4.55 Marvelman 5.30 Fearnot 6.00 McIntosh 6.30 Solar Army 7.00 Heathcliff (nap) 7.30 Kameel 8.00 Collusion (nb) 8.30 Grey Fox The statement said there was no evidence to suggest genetic manipulation was taking place in Britain or any other international racing jurisdictions. 'However, scientific and technological advancements mean that genetic manipulation poses a very real risk to horseracing and the essence of the thoroughbred breed.' Gene doping involves genetic or cellular manipulation of the horse's DNA to enhance athletic performance or aid recovery after exercise. It can be done by gene-editing techniques or the addition of genetic material by gene transfer.
Yahoo
18-02-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
How to help farmers during bird flu outbreak in Ohio
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — The bird flu outbreak has continued to hurt poultry farms across Ohio. Since Christmas Eve, nearly 12 million birds have died from the avian flu across the Buckeye State and even one farmer in Mercer County contracted the virus. While the current risk of bird flu to the general public remains very low, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said those coming into contact with dead or sick poultry should take precautions. Lawmaker introduces 'boneless wing bill' after viral Ohio Supreme Court court ruling This recent bird flu outbreak is just another setback for farmers in Ohio after last summer's extended drought, which also impacted crops and production. Due to this, the Ohio Department of Agriculture has partnered with the Farm Bureau to launch 'We Got Your Back'. The new program offers free mental health resources to help farmers in the state. 'Putting together those resources that are easier, accessible is our goal and just bringing people together and again bringing more attention to this topic,' said Brian Baldridge, the director at the Ohio Department of Agriculture. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
14-02-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Bird flu taking mental toll on Ohio farmers, but resources available to help
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — The numbers related the bird flu outbreak are staggering, with nearly 12 million birds killed on Ohio farms alone since Dec. 24. Agriculture officials say it's impacting not just the farms but the farmers themselves. A Darke County commissioner, a farmer himself, is working to make sure people in the community who farm have the mental health resources they need. According to Commissioner Matt Aultman, the bird flu outbreak, hot on the heels of last summer's drought, has put a lot of strain on local farmers. 'Farmers aren't known for weakness,' said Aultman. 'We try to be a strong group of people.' With bird flu hitting 1st Ohioan, what are the symptoms and how is it treated? He said that he knows what it's like to go through a difficult time when much of your day gives you too much time to contemplate. 'When you spend six, seven, eight hours by yourself, you kind of overthink things,' said Aultman. 'I'm a big overthinker myself, and you kind of get in your own head with everything.' 'We Got You Back' program for farmers Aultman said he's made it part of his mission to let fellow farmers know they are not alone. 'No matter how dark yet, there are resources and support out there to help you get to tomorrow,' he said. Brian Baldridge, director of the Ohio Department of Agriculture, said that with the bird flu outbreak in the Miami Valley, it's logical for farmers to feel additional stress. Former CDC director predicts bird flu pandemic: What to know 'We're depopulating them because of an outbreak,' said Baldridge. 'There's a lot of stress and mental aspects and financial strains that goes on through this process.' Stressful times such as these are why the Ohio Department of Agriculture teamed with the Farm Bureau and Ohio State to launch the 'We Got Your Back' program. The website for the program provides a list of free mental health resources designed just for farmers. 'In the ag community, we're a small, small group of people when you look at the population of actual farmers,' said Baldridge. 'Putting together those resources that are easier, accessible, is our goal and just bringing people together and again bringing more attention to this topic.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
