Japanese encephalitis virus detected in pigs in Queensland

19 February 2025
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Please see link below for a news release on a recent outbreak of  the mosquito-borne disease Japanese Encephalitis Virus in Queensland. The disease can also affect both horses and humans. Harness Racing Australia will continue to share any further updates as they become available. 

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Japanese encephalitis virus detected in pigs in Queensland
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