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We’ve seen that testing and inspection requirements play a role in eradicating diseases, as illustrated by: (1) the Coggins test’s role in controlling EIA; (2) controlling disease outbreaks through veterinary inspections that aid with traceability; and (3) preventing the introduction and spread of new diseases, such as piroplasmosis, through testing. All of these requirements may seem like a nuisance, but they really do play an important role in protecting not only your own horse’s health but also to help prevent and control spread of disease to horses everywhere.