Australian Horse Owners Urged to Vaccinate against Hendra

Agriculture, Fisheries, and Forestry Minister John McVeigh urged owners to protect horses via vaccination.
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Queensland, Australia, Agriculture, Fisheries, and Forestry Minister John McVeigh urged horse owners to protect themselves and their horses from hendra virus by vaccination in a May 28 statement.

“I’m urging all horse owners to vaccinate as we head towards the peak winter risk period for hendra,” McVeigh said. “Vaccination is the best way to reduce the risk of hendra infection. Sadly, human infection and deaths have occurred from high-level exposure to body fluids from infected horses. By vaccinating, owners aren’t just protecting their horses, they’re also protecting themselves, their family, and employees.

“I strongly advise horse owners to discuss vaccination with their vet,” he said.

McVeigh said while recent data showed the vaccine offered protection for up to six months, people in contact with horses still needed to use common sense and follow hygiene practices

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