Australian authorities and veterinarians are warning horse owners about an unidentified mosquito-borne disease that is affecting horses in the eastern states. Affected horses exhibit lethargy, colic, and neurological symptoms. This report by Fran Jurga for The Jurga Report includes Australian television news video of actual cases and a roundup of advice from sources throughout Australia. Possibilities include various types of Ross River, Murray Valley, and Kunjin viruses.
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