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Susceptible Animal Types:
Equine
Disease Agent:
Equine infectious anemia
Topics:
Vector/Vector-borne
Organization (other):
Canadian Food Inspection Agency
Start Date
Oct/10/2024
End Date
Dec/31/2024
CFIA detects Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA) in Saskatchewan
Equine Disease Communications Center
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On October 9, 2024, positive equine infectious anemia (EIA) results were confirmed by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s (CFIA) national reference laboratory for a horse located on a premises in Meadow Lake, Saskatchewan. The owner requested an accredited veterinarian test the horse for EIA because it was exhibiting clinical signs compatible with the disease. A CFIA investigation is underway and as per program policy, movement controls have been placed on the infected horse and any on-premises contact animals. Initial reports indicate there are other equines on the affected premises. Movement controls will remain until all disease response activities have been completed, including follow-up testing and ordering the destruction of confirmed cases. Trace-out activities may require the CFIA to undertake actions at additional premises as outlined in the current policy. Improved biosecurity protocols have been strongly recommended to the owners to help control the ongoing spread of EIA and protect our national herd.