In a message dated 23/01/2012 16:10:17 GMT Standard Time, [log in to unmask] 
 writes:

Does  anyone have anecdotal advice on what to
do or how to avoid future  outbreaks?  I am particularly interested in
resistance or  tolerance.




Antibiotics will provide temporary relief but reinfection will soon occur  
through young bees cleaning up the mess with their mouthparts and then going 
on  to feed the babies.  They need to be shaken onto foundation/ starter  
strips/ disinfected comb as soon is possible, depending on your location, in  
order to break the cycle.  
 
The old comb should either be destroyed or disinfected before re-use by  
whatever method is effective and available where you are.  Here, in the UK,  
exposure to the fumes of concentrated acetic acid is recommended.
 
Chris

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