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Potomac Horse Fever

Albemarle County, VA

Alert ID: 954

July 29, 2018

Source: Attending Veterinarian

An attending veterinarian has confirmed four cases of Potomac Horse Fever at an equine clinic in Albemarle, VA. The cases include Quarter Horses and Miniature Horses ranging in ages from 10-14 and we confirmed on fecal and blood PCR. Onset of clinical signs was reported July 23^rd, 2018 and include fever, lethargy, diarrhea, and inappetance. One horse was euthanized, the remaining three cases are receiving treatment. The horses are reported as having been vaccinated.

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