Eastern Equine Encephalitis Virus (EEEV) is a viral disease that is spread to horses and humans by infected mosquitoes.  The number of EEEV cases in the United States is on the rise, therefore vaccination and mosquito control are paramount.  Horses should be vaccinated initially, boostered in a month, then annually.

EEV is a zoonotic disease so protect yourself as well as your horse.  Dress properly, utilize mosquito spray and drain standing water.