Elimination of porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome from the United States: what is the road map to success?

Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association 2026 Open access

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Authors: Scott A. Dee, Joe Annelli, Dave Schmitt, Steve C Henry, Howard Hill, Jim Compart, Joe Connor, Rodger G. Main, Gordon D. Spronk
DOI: 10.2460/javma.25.12.0787
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Abstract

Porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus negatively impacts pig health and well-being, the mental health and emotional well-being of animal caretakers, and producer economics. In response, a vision of "A World Without PRRS" has been cast, calling for elimination of porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus from the US swine herd. This Viewpoint provided an opinion regarding the road map to success and identified essential tactics.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Animal Virus Infections Studies Animal Disease Management and Epidemiology Virology and Viral Diseases

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association
Volume
264
Issue
6
Pages
778–780
Publication date
30 January 2026
Language
EN