Update on EHV-1 Virus

Update on EHV-1 at Palm Beach International Equestrian Center:  A horse stabled in Grand Prix Village (outside of the equestrian center) has tested negative for the nasal swab, but positive to the blood test.  That horse showed no neurological symptoms.  The previous biosecurity enacted on Feb. 22 is still in place and will remain until further notice.  The farm in Grand Prix Village is under quarantine.  The State of Florida Department of Agriculture has temporarily closed FEI stabling.  All horses in the FEI stabling will be monitored.

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Horse tests positive for equine herpes at HITS

A horse competing at the HITS show in Ocala, Florida has tested positive for the neurological form of the equine herpes virus (EHV-1).  The horse was taken to nearby University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine in Gainesville for further study.  HITS officials have quarantined the tent on the show grounds where the horse was housed.  To everyone's surprise, classes are continuing as usual; however, bio-security has increased.

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