Control and eradication
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Eradication is aimed in minimizing or eliminating contact of horses with the secretions, excretions, and blood of EIAV–infected horses. This has to be carried out by testing and segregating test–positive horses from those with negative test results. Once the reservoirs of EIAV are identified, separated, and maintained a safe distance from the other horses.
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As recovered horses continue to carry the virus, the most likely source of introduction of EIA is through importation of horses. OIE guidelines suggest that, when importing horses, as well as showing no clinical signs, they should be tested negative during the 30 days prior to shipment.
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In endemic areas, risk of infection can be reduced by protecting horses from insect vectors by
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