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Eastern Equine Encephalitis

Livingston and Chautauqua Counties, NY

Alert ID: 1101

October 24, 2018

Source: New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets

The New York State Department of Agriculture has reported two confirmed cases of equine Eastern Equine Encephalitis. A 3-year-old, unvaccinated mare from Nunda, NY (Livingston Co) began showing signs of hindlimb weakness on October 11^th, 2018 which progressed over a few days. As of 10/19/18, she is alive and still showing signs of ataxia despite medical care. Blood samples confirmed her WNV infection. An 8-year-old, unvaccinated gelding from Clymer, NY (Chautauqua Co) became ill on October 13^th, 2018. The owner reported that the horse was weak and stiff in limbs and acting abnormal. By 10/14 the horse was down, unable to use its legs. The horse was euthanized due to poor quality of life. Blood samples were taken and confirmed EEE infection.

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