Second Union County, N.J., Horse Tests Positive for EHV-1
Edited Press Release
March 21, 2018
The second horse developed a fever and respiratory signs of disease, but has not yet exhibited any neurologic deficits.
The second horse developed a fever and respiratory signs of disease, but has not yet exhibited any neurologic deficits.
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The affected horse was moved into an isolation barn on the index property, which has been placed under quarantine.
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