However, horses with suspected West Nile virus should be isolated from mosquito bites, if at all possible. A. No. EEE, WEE, and VEE belong to another family of viruses for which there is no cross-protection. There is no approved vaccine currently available for West Nile virus. However, previously published data suggest that the virus is detectable in the blood for only a few days. There is no reason to destroy a horse just because it has been infected with West Nile virus.
Data suggest that most horses recover from the infection.
Treatment would be supportive and consistent with standard veterinary practices for animals infected with a viral agent. Because of their outdoor exposure, game hunters may be at risk if they become bitten by mosquitoes in areas with West Nile virus activity. West Nile virus may be present in wild game is unknown. A. Hunters should follow the usual precautions when handling wild animals. If they anticipate being exposed to mosquitoes, they should apply insect repellents to clothing and skin, according to label instructions, to prevent mosquito bites.