BVetMed (Hons) MRCVS
Katherine grew up in Leicestershire and went to the Royal Veterinary College, graduating with honours in 2007 before working in mixed practices in the Midlands with dairy, beef and equine clients. Katherine joined Ceva Animal Health in 2014 as part of the technical team, covering the UK in the role of veterinary advisor for the ruminant part of the business. Katherine has a busy home life being married to a beef and sheep farmer with three children and having an active involvement in rural life.
Session – Coxiella burnetii: Born to cause trouble
Q Fever is a disease caused by infection with the bacterium Coxiella burnetii, which can infect goats, sheep, cattle and many other mammals as well as reptiles, birds and people. Q fever has been a problem in the UK for numerous years and is zoonotic, with those in direct contact with ruminants at most risk.
We will explore the clinical signs, diagnostics and best methods to prevent it to help reduce the impact this disease has on the UK.