Canine Infectious Diseases: Potential Transferability to Humans

Abstract

Operating in austere environments and far-forward combat zones, Air Force military working dogs (MWD) are responsible for the detection of IEDS, mines and other explosive based on their heightened olfactory abilities. MWD are also recognized force multipliers and effective psychological deterrents in an operational environment.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 08, 2018
Accession Number
AD1051213

Entities

People

  • Carlos J. Maldonado
  • Jessica A White-phillip
  • Richard L Mcintosh
  • Sallie L. Hall
  • Susan M. Boudreau

Organizations

  • 59th Medical Wing

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Detection
  • Diseases And Disorders
  • Environment
  • Explosives
  • Explosives Detection
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Warfare

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