AQUAVETPLAN - Disease Strategy Manual - White spot disease

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This disease strategy manual is an integral part of the Australian Aquatic Veterinary Emergency Plan (AQUAVETPLAN).

The manual sets out the disease control principles for use in response to a suspected or confirmed incursion of white spot disease in Australia.

Disease Strategy Manual - White Spot Disease

White Spot Virus
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Emergency Animal Disease Watch Hotline

If you see any unusual symptoms in farmed or wild aquatic animals, play it safe and report it immediately to the Emergency Animal Disease Watch Hotline. Early detection is the key to effective response.