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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.
Is there a west Nile virus vaccine?
for horses, yes for people, no
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.
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.
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.
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.
Does the West Nile Disease have DNA or RNA?
West Nile virus contains strands of RNA.
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 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).
Who discovered the West Nile Virus?
Woman in Ugandawest nile virus
Is west nile a DNA or RNA virus?
West Nile virus is a virus with a single stranded RNA genome (ssRNA)
Is the west nile virus genetic?
No it's not genetic, it's passed by mosquito's and flies that bite the horse and transfer the virus into the horses blood stream.
