West Nile Virus Vector Identified in U.K.
Erica Larson
February 17, 2012
West Nile virus–while common in some global horse populations–has never been found in the U.K.
West Nile virus–while common in some global horse populations–has never been found in the U.K.
Bernard is examining interactions between the body, the West Nile virus, and even the mosquito saliva.
Disease control in developing countries must be cost-effective, practical, and acceptable to livestock owners.
Since June 2011, the program has provided notification of more than 500 equine disease reports to subscribers.
Researchers developed a “brain and immunity chip” to characterize molecular changes in the equine brain.
An unvaccinated 11-year-old mare from Monmouth County, N.J., tested positive for WNV on Oct. 12.
The USDA/APHIS is keeping a running tally of the number of confirmed cases of WNV, EEE, and WEE in the U.S.
Seven California horses have now tested positive for WNV, and an EEE case has been detected in Wisconsin.
Pfizer Animal Health is encouraging horse owners and veterinarians to follow the AAEP vaccination guidelines.
A 6-year-old Standardbred mare from Fleming County, Kentucky, tested positive for West Nile virus Sept. 2.
The 2011 mosquito-borne disease season is in full swing as two Texas horses have tested positive for WNV.
Horses in California and Nevada have tested positive for the sometimes deadly West Nile virus.
Horses in two Florida counties have tested positive for EEE and a Georgia horse is WNV-positive.
Neurologist Amy Johnson, DVM, Dipl. ACVIM, was recently appointed to the faculty of New Bolton Center.
The American Horse Council is pleased to announce that Christopher McErlean, president of the Thoroughbred
Extensive rain, flooding, and warm temperatures have created prime conditions for mosquitoes, heightening the
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