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West Nile Virus

Franklin County, KY

Alert ID: 574

July 27, 2017

Source: Kentucky State Veterinarian

The office of the Kentucky State Veterinarian has reported that an 18 year old Tennessee Walking Horse mare in Franklin County has tested positive for West Nile Virus. The unvaccinated horse presented on July 24th with muscle fasciculations, mild lip paresis, inappetence, and reluctance to move. As of July 27th, the horse was in stable condition and showing some improvement. This is the second case of WNV confirmed in a KY horse in 2017. For more information go to //www.kyagr.com/statevet/equine-infectious-diseases.html#WNV

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