NE: NDA Alerts Horse Owners to Eastern Equine Encephalomyelitis
News Date September 07, 2010
Nebraska Agriculture Director Greg Ibach is encouraging horse owners to visit with their veterinarian about vaccinating their animals against Eastern Equine Encephalomyelitis. A case of the mosquito-borne virus was diagnosed this week in a Keith County horse.
Eastern Equine Encephalomyelitis (EEE) is a viral disease of the equine species that is transmitted primarily by infected mosquitoes. It affects an animal's central nervous system. "This case serves as a reminder to equine owners to visit with their veterinarian regarding measures that can protect their animals from disease," Ibach said. Click here for more.