WNV in South Carolina Horses: Case Confirmed in Aiken County

The 6-year-old Thoroughbred gelding, who was vaccinated against WNV approximately 10 months ago, is recovering from the disease.
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West Nile virus is transmitted to horses via bites from infected mosquitoes. | Photo: iStock

A horse in Aiken County, South Carolina, has tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV), the Equine Disease Communication Center (EDCC) reported Nov. 4. This is the first case in Aiken County and the fourth case of WNV in South Carolina horses confirmed this year.

“The case was a 6-year-old Thoroughbred gelding that had been vaccinated approximately 10 months ago,” the EDCC said. “The horse is currently quarantined and recovering.”

In 2017, officials confirmed 10 cases of WNV in South Carolina horses, according to USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service data

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Erica Larson, former news editor for The Horse, holds a degree in journalism with an external specialty in equine science from Michigan State University in East Lansing. A Massachusetts native, she grew up in the saddle and has dabbled in a variety of disciplines including foxhunting, saddle seat, and mounted games. Currently, Erica competes in eventing with her OTTB, Dorado.

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