Viral Hemorrhagic Septicemia (VHS)

Scientific:
Detailed disease information including etiology, species affected, transmission, incubation, morbidity/mortality, and diagnosis.
[Scientific Factsheet (4 pgs)]

Fast Fact:
Disease information addressing spread, signs of illness, and prevention steps.
[Fast Fact (1 pg)]

Biosecurity for Aquaculture Facilities:
Overviews basic principles of biosecurity procedures for aquaculture operations.
[PowerPoint] [Speaker Notes (10 pgs)]

VHS Prevention Practices
Provides specific prevention recommendations for aquaculture operations to prevent the introduction and spread of VHS.
[Prevention Practices (4 pgs)]

VHS Prevention Practices Checklist
Assessment checklist for your aquaculture operation.
[Prevention Practices Checklist (5 pgs)]

VHS Response Package
This "response package" was developed to aid fish producers in preventing the introduction and spread of VHS to aquaculture facilities.
[Response Package (18 pgs)]

Focus on Fish Health
This web site is part of an education and outreach campaign for viral hemorrhagic septicemia (VHS) prevention funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA APHIS). It is part of a collaborative effort to help boaters, anglers, aquaculture producers and bait fish dealers understand the serious nature of VHS and to encourage them to use prevention measures.
[Website]