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West Nile Virus

Kern County, CA

Alert ID: 556

July 13, 2017

Source: California Department of Food and Agriculture

California has confirmed the first case of equine West Nile Virus for 2017. A 14 month old Quarter Horse filly with unknown vaccination history in Kern County, CA has been confirmed positive for West Nile Virus. Due to the severity of clinical signs, the horse has been euthanized. The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA )continually monitors and investigates equine neurologic cases for the presence of WNV in California. The CDFA urges horse owners to consult their veterinarian concerning a WNV vaccination program to ensure maximum protection of their horses. For more information visit https://www.cdfa.ca.gov/ahfss/animal_health/WNV_Info.html

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