First EEE Case for 2019 Confirmed in New Jersey Horse
Edited Press Release
July 30, 2019
The vaccinated 12-year-old Ocean County mare was euthanized July 23.
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The vaccinated 12-year-old Ocean County mare was euthanized July 23.
Colorado, New Mexico, and Texas also reported new cases since the last federal situational update was released on July 18. Colorado alone added 40 cases.
Clemson Livestock Poultry Health confirmed Eastern equine encephalitis in the 3-year-old mare on July 26.
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All seven horses were either unvaccinated or undervaccinated against the mosquito-borne disease.
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The affected horse was identified during routine equine infectious anemia testing for interstate movement.
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This is the first reported case of Eastern equine encephalomyelitis in the state for 2019.
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