This review collates the data from a number of previous studies. The survival time of foot-and-mouth disease on fomites such as hay, straw, bran and sand is given. The review also displays data for the survival time of foot-and-mouth disease on the soil surface, bovine slurry, wool and cow hair.

A report of a discussion-based simulation exercise in Texas, the United States of America (FMD free), for an outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease. The exercise particularly focused on vaccination and communication aspects of emergency preparedness.

This manual of epidemiology gives an overview of the basic concepts of epidemiology. It also discusses descriptive and analytical epidemiology and sampling of animal populations as well as the interpretation of diagnostic tests and epidemiological animal disease information management.

La lutte contre l’épizootie de fièvre aphteuse : rapport d''information.

This manual provides information on the crucial elements of stamping out. It contains guidance on the destruction of animals, disposal procedures and decontamination. This includes practical information such as guidance on vehicle and machinery decontamination.