EEE and WNV Confirmed in New Jersey Horses
Edited Press Release
September 14, 2018
Animal health officials confirmed the first WNV case and fourth EEE case in New Jersey horses in 2018.
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Animal health officials confirmed the first WNV case and fourth EEE case in New Jersey horses in 2018.
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Officials confirmed three cases in Park County and one in Sheridan County.
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