Oregon Horse Confirmed to Have West Nile Virus
Edited Press Release
August 23, 2013
Union County officials have confirmed that a horse near LaGrande, Ore., has West Nile virus.
Union County officials have confirmed that a horse near LaGrande, Ore., has West Nile virus.
The 7-year-old Cape May County gelding was euthanized after developing neurologic signs consistent with EEE.
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A 3-month-old colt from Montezuma County, Colo., has tested positive for West Nile virus.
Authorities confirmed the state’s sixth case of equine West Nile virus (WNV) for 2013 on Aug. 13.
The 5-year-old Quarter Horse mare–who has no WNV vaccination history within the past year–is recovering.
A total of seven horses have tested positive for EEE in North Carolina thus far in 2013.
Two unvaccinated horses residing in western Idaho have tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV).
A large mosquito population elevates the need for horse owners to vaccinate their animals against EEE and WNV.
The 2-year-old horse was euthanized after testing positive for both EEE and WNV.
Horse owners can help prevent WNV infections by managing mosquito populations and vaccinating horses.
In 2012, two cases of EEE were reported in New York horses, as well as seven WNV cases.
The U.S. Geological Survey WNV disease map indicates this is the first equine WNV case reported this year.
The accurate diagnosis of equine neurologic disease is important for several reasons.
Officials encouraged owners to ensure their horses are properly vaccinated against WNV.
Brad LeaMaster, DVM, PhD, advised owners to protect their horses against WNV and EHV-1 this spring.
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