WNV, EEE Identified in Massachusetts Horses
Edited Press Release
August 25, 2012
Both West Nile virus (WNV) and Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) have been identified in Massachusetts horses.
Both West Nile virus (WNV) and Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) have been identified in Massachusetts horses.
Lu has focused developing and validatinh molecular diagnostic assays for detecting common equine pathogens.
Mild neurotoxicity to horses was reported in Europe but is not considered a serious threat in North America.
This program will feature some of the most significant findings presented at the EID conference.
Neither horse–a 6-year-old Palomino gelding and a 3-year-old Quarter Horse gelding–was vaccinated.
The affected horse was identified in Klamath County, Ore. It is the state’s first equine WNV case of 2012.
Law enforcement agents are hoping tipsters can lead them to whoever stole a horse before butchering it.
Presenters discussed joint radiographs, endoscopic exams, and changes in sales conditions during the lecture.
Clipped horses achieved faster post-exercise recovery than unclipped horses when working in cold temperatures.
A new EPM test uses three antigens to measure the antibody response to parasite infection in serum or CSF.
The Gluck Equine Research Foundation will induct three into the UK Equine Research Hall of Fame on Sept. 23.
While fall armyworm is a pest of cattle and horse pastures, it should not affect horses.
Neither horse was vaccinated against the disease, and both were euthanized due to disease progression.
Furosemide will be the only medication permitted on race day in Kentucky effective Sept. 4.
Infected horses present with ataxia, which is a lack of voluntary coordination of muscle movements.
Numerous factors go into selecting the appropriate surgical procedure to treat equine roaring.
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