West Nile Virus (WNV), primarily spread by the Culex species of mosquito, accounts for a large percentage of mosquito-borne diseases. In order to investigate the dynamics of WNV, an agent-based model was developed in the NetLogo modeling environment that simulates the transmission of the virus by incorporating temperature, humans, horses, birds, and a mosquito population. This model allows the observer to view simulations between the agents listed and measure the impact of vaccinations on the survival rate of horses infected with WNV. Furthermore, the model integrates and evaluates the impact public health agents have on human WNV dynamics through their education of the general public and containment of mosquito populations. The intention of the simulation results from this model is to help develop a vaccination strategy for horse populations, while also demonstrating the usefulness of public health agents' efforts on the individual agents within the disease dynamics.
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