New Mexico urges use of West Nile virus vaccine
State officials are reminding horse owners to vaccinate their animals against West Nile virus.
The New Mexico Department of Agriculture, in partnership with the New Mexico Department of Health and the New Mexico Livestock Board, encourages horse owners to contact their veterinarian about vaccination. West Nile virus and other mosquito-borne diseases, such as Eastern and Western Equine Encephalitis, pose serious health risks to horses.
Horses become infected through mosquito bites, and while many may not show symptoms, some can experience serious neurological illness, or even die. Clinical signs may include fever, stumbling, muscle tremors and behavior changes.
