In this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Daniel Moraes, a PhD candidate at Iowa State University, continues his discussion on the practical application of influenza surveillance methods in swine populations. He compares the effectiveness and practicality of different sampling techniques, such as oral fluids versus nasal wipes. Don’t miss this conversation—tune in on all major platforms to enhance your swine health management.

"Each sampling method has its own characteristics, but timing and ease of collection are crucial factors in determining which is best for your farm."

Meet the guest:

Dr. Daniel Moraes, a Ph.D. candidate at Iowa State University, specializes in swine health research. With a DVM from Brazil and eight years of veterinary experience, Dr. Moraes has advanced his expertise through his work with the field epidemiology team at Iowa State. He also holds an MBA in Agrobusiness and an M.S. in Veterinary Preventive Medicine.

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• (00:00) Introduction
• (00:47) Practical sampling methods
• (01:11) Oral fluid sampling
• (02:36) Practical farm applications
• (04:44) Monitoring and sequence updates
• (06:06) Importance of continuous testing
• (08:43) Closing thoughts

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