New Equine Hendra Case Confirmed near Gladstone, Queensland

Biosecurity Queensland has quarantined a property near Gladstone, Queensland, Australia, after a deceased horse tested positive for hendra virus infection late Friday (July 18).
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Biosecurity Queensland has quarantined a property near Gladstone, Queensland, Australia, after a deceased horse tested positive for hendra virus infection late Friday (July 18).

Chief Veterinary Officer Allison Crook, BVSc MACVSc, said the horse had been unwell for a number of days and was found dead on Thursday (July 17).

“Tracing and exposure assessments are being undertaken on other horses that may have had contact with the infected horse to determine if further testing needs to be done," Crook said. "The property has been quarantined which means restrictions apply to moving horses and horse materials on and off the property. The quarantine will be in place for at least one month.”

Queensland Health is following up all human contacts. At this stage it appears no one is at serious risk

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