Can you get infected with West Nile virus by caring for an infected horse?
Southern Nevada Health District - West Nile Virus Frequently...West Nile virus is transmitted by infectious mosquitoes. There is no documented evidence of person-to-person or animal-to-person transmission of West Nile virus. Normal veterinary infection control precautions should be followed when caring for a horse suspected to have this or any viral infection.
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Frequently Asked Questions About West Nile Virus and Mosquit...Sick horses should be in the care of a veterinarian. Treatments address the symptoms displayed by the individual animal. There is no cure.
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Imperial County West Nile Virus FAQS - Entomology - Imperial...There is no specific treatment. Supportive care consistent with standard veterinary practices for animals infected with a viral agent is recommended.
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Wayne County, Michigan - Health Services: Disease ControlThere is no reason to destroy a horse just because it has been infected with West Nile virus. Data suggest that most horses recover from the infection. Treatment would be supportive and consistent with standard veterinary practices for animals infected with a viral agent.
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Frequently Asked QuestionsHorses become infected with West Nile virus after being bitten by an infected mosquito. The mosquito acquires the virus by feeding on an infected bird and then the mosquito transmits the virus when it feeds on a horse, human or other mammal. Horses and humans are considered "dead end hosts," meaning they cannot transmit the West Nile virus to other horses, birds or people. Horses in the United States have been infected with the virus. USDA: Current Status of West Nile Virus
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FAQ's, Frequently Asked Questions - ECLAPNo. Birds (especially jays and crows) are the reservoir hosts for the virus. Mosquitoes transmit the virus to the horse, human, etc.
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Frequently Asked Questions - FIGHTtheBITE.netNo. There is no documented evidence that West Nile virus is transmitted between horses. However, horses with suspected West Nile virus should be isolated from mosquito bites, if at all possible.
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West Nile Virus Questions AnsweredThe principle route of human infection with West Nile virus is through the bite of an infected mosquito. Mosquitoes become infected when they feed on infected birds, which may circulate the virus in their blood for a few days. The virus eventually finds its way into the mosquito's salivary glands. During subsequent blood meals, the virus may be injected into humans and animals, where it can multiply and possibly cause illness.
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Crater Animal Clinic - Frequently Asked QuestionsDogs and cats become infected when bitten by an infected mosquito. There is also evidence that cats can become infected with the virus after eating experimentally infected mice.
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Southern Nevada Health District - West Nile Virus Frequently...Although the vast majority of infections have been identified in birds, West Nile virus has been shown to infect horses, cats, bats, chipmunks, skunks, squirrels, and domestic rabbits.
Related QuestionsWayne County, Michigan - Health Services: Disease ControlWest Nile virus is transmitted by infectious mosquitoes. There is no documented evidence of person-to-person or animal-to-person transmission of West Nile virus. Normal veterinary infection control precautions should be followed when caring for a horse suspected to have this or any viral infection.Related Questions
Do I need to vaccinate my horse for West Nile virus?
Crater Animal Clinic - Frequently Asked QuestionsYes, it requires a initial vaccination then a booster in 3 to 6 weeks after the initial. Then it should be continued every year. (Click here for info about West Nile) (Click here for disease prevention)
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Frequently Asked Questions About West Nile Virus and Mosquit...Except for horses, most domestic animals have not shown symptoms of West Nile virus. Sick horses should be in the care of a veterinarian. Treatments address the symptoms displayed by the individual animal.
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West Nile Virus FAQsWest Nile virus, which causes West Nile fever, encephalitis and meningitis, is a mosquito-borne virus that first appeared in the United States in 1999. After being found in bird populations in the metropolitan New York area, it has since spread across the United States. As of fall 2006, six birds and one horse with West Nile Virus have been reported in King County.
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Frequently Asked QuestionsAccording to the most recent reports that we have heard, one llama was suspected of having had West Nile Virus, but it was not confirmed. There has been a confirmed case in an alpaca.
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The city of Millbrae - West Nile Virus FAQPeople usually get WNV from the bite of an infected mosquito. There is also evidence that WNV can be acquired via a blood transfusion or organ transplant from an infected donor.
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Frequently Asked Questions About West Nile Virus and Mosquit...Most evidence indicates that the virus does not build to high enough levels in horses to be acquired by mosquitoes. In other words, horses become ill from West Nile virus, but they do not become infectious.
Related QuestionsMosquito HomepageThe answer is not known for sure at this time, but previously published data suggest that the virus is detectable in the blood for only a few days. No. There is no reason to destroy a horse just because it has been infected with West Nile virus. Data suggest that most horses recover from the infection. Treatment would be supportive and consistent with standard veterinary practices for animals infected with a viral agent.Related Questions
Wayne County, Michigan - Health Services: Disease ControlWe do not know if an infected horse can be infectious [i.e., cause mosquitoes feeding on it to become infected]. However, previously published data suggest that the virus is detectable in the blood for only a few days.Related Questions
What is the treatment for West Nile virus infection?
Uinta County, WY - Official WebsiteThere is no specific treatment for West Nile Virus infection; however a physician may prescribe medications to relieve the symptoms of the illness. In severe cases, hospitalization may be required.
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TriCounty Health DepartmentMild cases of West Nile virus often require no treatment at all. More severe cases may require hospitalization.
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Division of Infectious Disease > Mosquito-borne Disease F...There is one documented case of transplacental (mother-to-child) transmission of WNV in a human. Although the newborn in this case was infected with WNV at birth and had severe medical problems, it is unknown whether the WNV infection itself caused these problems or whether they were coincidental. More research will be needed to improve our understanding of the relationship - if any - between WNV infection and adverse birth outcomes.
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Division of Infectious Disease > Mosquito-borne Disease F...Apply insect repellent to exposed skin. Generally, the more active ingredient a repellent contains the longer it can protect you from mosquito bites. A higher percentage of active ingredient in a repellent does not mean that your protection is better—just that it will last longer. Choose a repellent that provides protection for the amount of time that you will be outdoors.
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Frequently Asked QuestionsIn 2003 West Nile virus has been identified in many species of birds found dead in the United States. Most of these birds were identified through reporting of dead birds by the public. nwhc.usgs.gov/research/west
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Crater Animal Clinic - Frequently Asked QuestionsNo. There is no reason to destroy an animal just because it has been infected with West Nile virus. Full recovery from the infection is likely. Treatment would be supportive and consistent with standard veterinary practices for animals infected with a viral agent.
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