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Mosquito spraying, West Nile dwindle in Central LouisianaEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Alexandria Town Talk - West Nile virus, a major worry in Louisiana just a few years ago, has dwindled to almost nothing. http://www.thetowntalk.com/article/20091117/NEWS01/911170317 (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - November 17, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Genetics vs. bug-borne illnessEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Arizona Daily Star - Genetically engineered mosquitoes created by UA entomologists could provide a valuable weapon against malaria, dengue, West Nile and West Nile and other mosquito-transmitted diseases. http://www.azstarnet.com/metro/317273 (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - November 12, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Kentucky Department of Agriculture - West Nile Virus 2009 Equine SummaryEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Office of State Veterinarian - West Nile Virus - 2009 Equine Summary - Updated 10/15/2009 http://www.kyagr.com/statevet/equine/westnile09.htm (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - November 2, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Mosquitoes continue to pose health risks in areaEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
High Springs Heralds - In Alachua County, Florida, one horse was confirmed with the West Nile Virus this month, and two horses were reported with Eastern equine encephalitis between January and September. http://www.highspringsherald.com/articles/2009/10/22/news/news06.txt (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - November 2, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

West Nile virus down but not outEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Omaha World-Herald - The West Nile virus hit Nebraska hard in 2002-03. In 2002, the state had 1,100 confirmed cases of West Nile in equines — horses, donkeys and mules. http://www.omaha.com/article/20091025/NEWS01/710259899 (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - November 2, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

County records horse death from West NileEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Wilson County News - After a three-year hiatus, equine encephalitis or West Nile virus has made its return to Wilson County, Texas, according to an area veterinarian. http://www.wilsoncountynews.com/article.php?id=24982&n=agriculture-today-county-records-horse-death-from-west-nile (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - November 2, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Precautions urged against West Nile virusEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Hope Standard (Canada) - Following the discovery of a horse infected with the West Nile virus in Aldergrove and another infected horse in the South Okanagan, provincial health officials are urging people to take preventative measures to protect themselves and their horses. http://www.bclocalnews.com/fraser_valley/hopestandard/news/62934622.html (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - November 2, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Cells predict West Nile virus infectionEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
United Press International - A U.S. study has found levels of certain immune cells can predict whether a person or mouse infected with the West Nile virus will develop symptoms. http://www.upi.com/Science_News/2009/10/13/Cells-predict-West-Nile-virus-infection/UPI-42941255450721/ (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - October 14, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Kentucky West Nile Virus Update: Sixth Case ConfirmedEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
@TheHorse - The Kentucky State Veterinarian's office sent out an alert that the sixth equine case of West Nile virus had been confirmed. http://www.thehorse.com/ViewArticle.aspx?ID=15071 (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - October 13, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

West Nile Virus Returns to ItalyEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
@TheHorse - West Nile virus has re-emerged in Italy, resulting in 28 equine clinical cases, including seven deaths as of last week. http://www.thehorse.com/ViewArticle.aspx?ID=15014&source=rss (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - October 5, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

More birds, chickens found with West Nile virus in Contra Costa CountyEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Contra Costa Times - More animals have tested positive for West Nile virus and the entire city of Brentwood is now at an elevated risk for the virus, the Contra Costa Mosquito and Vector Control District announced today. http://www.contracostatimes.com/news/ci_13453337 (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - October 1, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Third West Nile case in stateEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Loudoun Times-Mirror - A third case of West Nile virus has been confirmed in a 20-year quarter horse in New Kent County. http://www.loudountimes.com/news/2009/sep/29/third-west-nile-case-state/ (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - October 1, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Bird tests positive for West Nile virus in OjaiEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Ventura County Star - County environmental officials reported today that a wild bird, collected the third week of September in Ojai, tested positive for West Nile virus. http://www.venturacountystar.com/news/2009/sep/24/bird-tests-positive-for-west-nile-virus-in-ojai/ (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - September 25, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

More West Nile infected birds found in Ocean CountyEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Jackson NJ Online - The Ocean County Health Department has received positive reports for West Nile Virus (WNV) from six more birds in Ocean County bringing the total to sixteen. http://www.jacksonnjonline.com/2009/09/22/more-west-nile-infected-birds-found-in-ocean-county/ (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - September 23, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

West Nile Virus Infection in Plasma of Blood and Plasma Donors, United StatesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This study investigated the association of ongoing West Nile virus (WNV) infections with neutralizing antibody titers in lots of US plasma-derived intravenous immune globulin released during 2003–2008. Titers correlated closely with the prevalence of past WNV infection in blood donors, with 2008 lots indicating a prevalence of 1%. http://www.cdc.gov/eid/content/15/10/pdfs/08-1668.pdf Planitzer, CB, Modrof J, Yu M-yW, Kreil TR. West Nile virus infection in plasma of blood and plasma donors, United States. Emerg Infect Dis. 2009 Oct; [Epub ahead of print] (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - September 14, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Immunity growing to West Nile virusEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
BaltimoreSun.com - U.S. study finds people produce antibodies from bites. http://www.baltimoresun.com/health/bal-md.virus10sep10,0,7937843.story (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - September 10, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

As West Nile wanes, equine encephalitis spikes in Va.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
The Virginian-Pilot - Several years ago, Virginia horses were dropping dead from West Nile virus, a mosquito-borne illness thought to have come to the United States in the bilge of ships from the Middle East. http://hamptonroads.com/2009/08/west-nile-wanes-equine-encephalitis-spikes-va (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - September 1, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Scientists net virus-carrying mosquitoEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
SwissInfo.ch - A mosquito capable of spreading the potentially serious West Nile virus has been found in Switzerland, the first time the species has been detected in central Europe. http://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/news_digest/Scientists_net_virus_carrying_mosquito.html?siteSect=104&sid=11138179&cKey=1251465670000&ty=nd (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - August 28, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Fight the bite of the West Nile virusEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Yakima Herald-Republic (Wash.) - In a lifetime of raising horses, 72-year-old Keith Morris had never seen anything like it. Seemingly overnight, his 4-year-old quarter horse became paralyzed in the hind legs. http://www.yakima-herald.com/stories/2009/08/24/fight-the-bite-of-the-west-nile-virus (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - August 26, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Horses euthanized after getting West NileEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Montana's News Station - Ronan veterinarian Leroy Hoversland had to euthanize three horses in the Ronan are last week. http://www.montanasnewsstation.com/Global/story.asp?S=10969083&nav=menu227_7 (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - August 24, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

West Nile virus researchers focus on neighborhood birdsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Chicago Tribune - Birds in Chicago neighborhoods tested to determine why there are 'hot spots' for the virus. http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/chi-west-nile-virus-aug10,0,6170987.story (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - August 18, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

First Birds Test Positive for West Nile VirusEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
NBC15.com * Health officials announce that two birds have tested positive for West Nile virus: one in Milwaukee Co. and the other in Portage Co. http://www.nbc15.com/health/headlines/53459902.html (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - August 18, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

First 2009 Equine West Nile Virus Case Confirmed in KentuckyEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
@TheHorse - Laboratory results received Tuesday (Aug. 4) confirms the diagnosis of West Nile virus (WNV) having affected a yearling colt in Caldwell County, Kentucky. http://www.thehorse.com/ViewArticle.aspx?ID=14670 (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - August 5, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

West Nile virus claims Ellensburg horseEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Yakima-Herald.com - West Nile virus has cost the life of a 1-year-old quarter horse gelding in Ellensburg. http://www.yakima-herald.com/stories/2009/07/31/west-nile-virus-claims-ellensburg-horse (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - August 3, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Extension Notes 08-02-09Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Stillwater-NewsPress.com - OSU veterinarians and equine specialists recommend that horses be vaccinated to protect against mosquito-born diseases such as West Nile Virus and Eastern and Western Equine Encephalitis as part of their routine health care program. http://www.stillwater-newspress.com/agnews/local_story_213202327.html (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - August 3, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Trapping hawks to study West NileEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
IdahoStatesman.com - One of their current projects, tracking the progress of West Nile virus through Southwest Idaho's Swainson's hawk population. http://www.idahostatesman.com/life/story/853359.html (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - August 3, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

West Nile virus surrounds countyEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Union-Bulletin.com - The first cases of West Nile virus in Washington state horses has been confirmed by state officials. http://www.union-bulletin.com/articles/2009/07/28/local_news/090728local03westnilevirussheila.txt (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - July 30, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

West Nile Virus Threatens Local HorsesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
KIMAtv.com -- Giving horses vaccinations has become easier in recent years. For a long time, horses needed two vaccine shots every year to protect them from West Nile Virus, but now only one shot is needed. http://www.kimatv.com/news/local/51725762.html (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - July 27, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Colorado State University Veterinarians Offer Pet Care Tips During Summer MonthsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Colorado State University (press release) -- West Nile Virus has had a significant impact on the health of horses, donkeys and mules. http://www.news.colostate.edu/Release/4698 (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - July 16, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Lyme disease cases rise as West Nile virus fallsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Delmarvanow.com -- Six years ago, West Nile virus sent a scare through Maryland as mosquito numbers soared and brought the cases of infected humans up with it. http://www.delmarvanow.com/article/20090715/NEWS01/907150395 (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - July 15, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

K-State Vet Reminds Horse Owners to VaccinateEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
KansasFarmer.com -- This summer´s warmer weather has horse owners out riding, tending to foals, heading to shows and other activities. In the midst of it all, a Kansas State University veterinarian is reminding owners to make sure their horses are vaccinated. http://kansasfarmer.com/story.aspx?s=24577 (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - July 1, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Foal Immune Responses after WNV Vaccination, AAEP 2008Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
@TheHorse -- A study conducted by personnel at the University of Kentucky and other institutions was aimed at determining an appropriate time for vaccinating foals for West Nile virus (WNV. http://www.thehorse.com/ViewArticle.aspx?ID=14391 (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - June 22, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Mosquito threat to giant tortoiseEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
BBC News, UK -- The famous Galapagos giant tortoises could be at serious risk from mosquitoes that have developed a taste for reptile blood, experts have warned. http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/8078287.stm (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - June 2, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

West Nile expected in Utah soon / Officials: Cases already found in CaliforniaEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
StandardNet -- But for sure, West Nile will be detected in Utah because the disease is here to stay... http://www.standard.net/live/news/174775/ (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - June 2, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Birds no longer tested for West Nile VirusEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
ThePost.ca -- "In the past, dead birds were a good indicator of West Nile virus activity in Ontario. Now that we know West Nile virus is here to stay in Ontario, Canada, tracking dead birds is no longer deemed necessary. http://www.thepost.ca/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1589042 (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - June 1, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

State Activates Dead Bird Reporting Hotline To Track West Nile VirusEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Wisconsin Department of Health Services -- State health officials announce they have reactivated the statewide, toll-free Dead Bird Reporting Hotline at 1-800-433-1610. http://dhs.wisconsin.gov/News/PressReleases/2009/052609WNV.htm (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - May 28, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Health officials prepare for West NileEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Rockford Register Star -- West Nile virus is a potentially fatal form of encephalitis that's carried by mosquitoes. Aside from humans, the virus can be deadly to birds and horses, and dead birds — particularly crows — often are the first sign that the virus is in a community. http://www.rrstar.com/news/x313652816/Health-officials-prepare-for-West-Nile-season (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - May 22, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Vaccines critical to protect horses from mosquito-borne illnessesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Orange County Review, VA -- There is no cure for either disease, which can kill 30 percent of horses infected with WNV, and 90 percent of horses infected with EEE. http://www.orangenews.com/ocn/news/local/article/vaccines_critical_to_protect_horses_from_mosquito-borne_illnesses/40121/ (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - May 14, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Vets Discuss Infectious Neurologic Diseases, AAEP 2008Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
TheHorse.com - The facilitators listed seven topics beginning with equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM), equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1), and West Nile virus (WNV), followed by a few questions regarding Eastern, Western, and Venezuelan equine encephalomyelitis (EEE, ...http://www.thehorse.com/ViewArticle.aspx?ID=14039 (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - May 11, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Low West Nile Virus Circulation in Wild Birds in an Area of Recurring Outbreaks in Southern FranceEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Vector-Borne and Zoonotic Diseases Gilles Balança, Nicolas Gaidet, Giovanni Savini, Benjamin Vollot, Antoine Foucart, Paul Reiter, Alain Boutonnier, Rossella Lelli, François Monicat. Vector-Borne and Zoonotic Diseases. -Not available-, ahead of print. doi:10.1089/vbz.2008.0147. http://www.liebertonline.com/doi/abs/10.1089/vbz.2008.0147 (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - May 5, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Three deadly diseases – all it takes is one biteEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Tumbler Ridge News, Canada -- Don't put your horses at risk. As spring arrives, protect them against mosquito-borne diseases. By DVM Larry Frischke, Wyeth Animal Health This spring, horse owners need to be vigilant about West Nile Virus (WNV), Eastern Equine Encephalomyelitis (EEE. http://www.tumblerridgenews.com/story.php?id=203903 (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - May 4, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Washington State Vet Urges WNV VaccinationEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
TheHorse.com - Horse owners in Washington should take advantage of the vaccines available to prevent West Nile virus, particularly as the state led the nation last year in the number of horses testing positive for the disease. http://www.thehorse.com/ViewArticle.aspx?ID=14026 (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - April 23, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Lineage 2 West Nile Virus as Cause of Fatal Neurologic Disease in Horses, Southern AfricaEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Serologic evidence suggests that West Nile virus (WNV) is widely distributed in horses in southern Africa. However, because few neurologic cases have been reported, endemic lineage 2 strains were postulated to be nonpathogenic in horses. Recent evidence suggests that highly neuroinvasive lineage 2 strains exist in humans and mice. http://www.cdc.gov/eid/content/15/6/pdfs/08-1515.pdf Venter M, Human S, Zaayman D, Gerdes GH, Williams J, Steyl J, et al. Lineage 2 West Nile virus as cause of fatal neurologic disease in horses, southern Africa. Emerg Infect Dis. 2009 Jun; [Epub ahead of print] (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - April 22, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Warning About Horse DiseasesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
WHSV, VA - State agriculture officials say horse owners need to make sure to get their animals vaccinated against West Nile Virus and Eastern Equine Encephalitis. The diseases are spread by mosquitoes, which will increase in number as the weather heats up. http://www.whsv.com/news/headlines/43322962.html (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - April 21, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Dead crow positive for West NileEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Fresno Bee - Bird is the first in Fresno County this year. http://www.fresnobee.com/local/story/1308928.html (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - April 10, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

White Nose SyndromeEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Times Tribune - Bats all along the east coast are dying off because of new disease White Nose Syndrome. Bats eating mosquitoes also cuts down on the chance that diseases such as West Nile virus are spread. http://www.thetimestribune.com/features/local_story_100092245.html?keyword=topstory (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - April 10, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Foal vaccination guidelines depend on conditionsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Colorado State University - Protection of a foal against infectious diseases begins before birth. Pregnant mares should be vaccinated against equine herpesvirus-1, or EHV-1, at five, seven and nine months of pregnancy to decrease the incidence of viral abortion. http://www.northfortynews.com/News/20090416HA-foalVaccinationGuidelines.htm (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - April 8, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

West nile virus a danger to horsesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
AndersonValleyPost.com - Spring can increase the threat of mosquito-borne diseases like West Nile Virus - and the economy may add to the threat this year. http://www.andersonvalleypost.com/news/2009/mar/17/west-nile-virus-a-danger-to-horses/ (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - April 2, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Don't Overlook Trail Horse VaccinationEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
TheHorse.com - In addition to diseases like rabies and PHF, horses could potentially be exposed to West Nile virus (WNV) in warmer climates that might have a longer mosquito season. http://www.thehorse.com/ViewArticle.aspx?ID=13840 (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - March 26, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations

Accident helps scientists track West Nile virus infectionEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
SmartBrief - Scientists in South Africa were able to track how the West Nile virus develops from initial infection through symptoms and recovery after a lab worker accidentally pricked herself with an infected needle. http://www.smartbrief.com/news/aabb/storyDetails.jsp?issueid=8BBA610A-3680-4E30-B323-25DC34C34112&copyid=04E6B87D-804E-47C5-A0B7-E3F52C67C81A (Source: West Nile)
Source: West Nile - March 24, 2009 Category: American Health Source Type: organizations