Horse Owners Warned to Prepare for Hendra Season

Source: Stock Journal

9 May 2011

The season for infection of Hendra virus is quickly approaching, and the Australian Veterinary Association warns horse owners to take precautions against it.

Hendra virus was initially discovered in 1994 in Queensland, and has primarily stayed in Queensland over time. The virus can be passed to humans, and has proven fatal numerous times.

To learn more about Hendra virus, view the article from the World Health Organization here.

To learn more about the Australian Veterinary Association's warning, read the full article here.