More cases of Vesicular Stomatitis in Arizona

May 15, 2005
Critical New Information
This situation report includes updated information (as of 5/15/05 ) on the occurrence of vesicular stomatitis (VS) in New Mexico and Arizona. Three new vesicular stomatitis positive premises were identified in Arizona during this reporting period. All three of these premises are located in Yavapai County . No additional vesicular stomatitis cases have been detected in New Mexico. No species other than horses have been affected to date in this year's outbreak. "

APHIS Vesicular Stomatitis Situation Report

APHIS | Hot Issues: "Vesicular Stomatitis Situation Report
May 9, 2005
Critical New Information
This situation report includes updated information (as of 5/8/05) on the occurrence of vesicular stomatitis (VS) in New Mexico and Arizona. The report shows a total of 6 cases in Arizona, with 4 premises being under quarantine (2 in Maricopa County and 2 in Yavapai County). To date, the only affected species in Arizona and New Mexico has been equine."

First Case of West Nile Virus Found In An Arizona Horse This Year

(Phoenix, AZ) -- The first case of West Nile Virus found in a horse this year was discovered in Mesa, Arizona. The case was first confirmed April 20, 2005. The animal was euthanized. Last year, 109 cases
were discovered in horses in Arizona. West Nile affects horses much more often than any other domestic
animals. Many horses infected with West Nile do not develop any illness, but of horses that become ill about
one-third die or need to be euthanized. For more information click on the link: Press Release

Three Cases of Vesicular Stomatitis Found In Horses in Arizona

The Arizona Department of Agriculture has confirmed 3 cases of VS in horses. One case is in Wittmann and the other 2 near Camp Verde, AZ. Vesicular Stomatitis causes blister-like lesions to form in the mouth and on the dental pad, tongue, lips, nostrils, hooves and teats. These blisters swell and break leaving raw tissue that is so painful that afected animals usually refuse to eat or drink and may show signs of lameness. To learn more click on the link: Press Release