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The effects of a West Nile Vaccination are like those of other vaccinations. The vaccine is designed to introduce a disease causing organism to the horse's body in a form that cannot cause disease but can be recognized by the horse's immune system. This allows the immune system to identify and learn to produce antibodies specifically designed to cope with the disease causing organism (in this case West Nile Virus) so that when the horse is exposed to the organism in the future it's immune system can respond more rapidly and more effectively. The goal is to increase the likelihood of the immune system clearing the organism before it can cause disease.
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Is there a west Nile virus vaccine?
for horses, yes for people, no
Do horses get West Nile Virus?
Yes. Mosquitoes carry West Nile Virus and can infect horses when bitten. Other than horses, most animals that get the virus have mild, if any, symptoms. It is a serious illness in birds, horses, and some people.
What can Horses get from mosquitoes?
West Nile just the same as humans that is why they have the shot they have to have.
Can horses contract the West Nile Virus?
I'm not exactly sure what you're question is. If you are asking whether or not horses can contract the West Nile virus, the answer is yes! This virus is frequently spread through mosquitoes. It is very important that you get your horse vaccinated against the virus.
Why is there a vaccine for west nile virus for horses but not for humans?
thats a good question. i wanna know the answer too.
Can you save a horses life with west nile virus?
You cannot use the virus to save it's life, but you can save the horse from West Nile by having him vaccinated against it.
What family classification does the West Nile Virus fall under?
The family classifciation that the West Nile Virus falls under is Flaviviridae. This is a mosquito born virus that has been wide-spread amongst humans and horses.
What are Sings of west Nile virus with horses?
On Howrse the answer is : All of these (fever, inability to swallow and paralysis of hind legs).
What illness can horses get?
Horses can get illnesses such as colic, laminitis, equine flu, mud fever, rain rot, eye infections, thrush, west nile virus and more.
Is west nile a viral or bacterial illness?
West Nile is caused by West Nile Virus.
How can you Die from West Nile Virus?
West Nile virus is spread by the bite of an infected mosquito, and can infect people, horses, many types of birds, and some other animals. Most people who become infected with West Nile virus will have either no symptoms or only mild ones. However, on rare occasions, West Nile virus infection can result in severe and sometimes fatal illnesses. There is no evidence to suggest that West Nile virus can be spread from person to person or from animal to person.
