A one health approach TO

vector-borne diseases

A LIVE VIRTUAL EVENT HOSTED BY MSD ANIMAL HEALTH

Discover what our 9 scientific experts have to say about the emergence and re-emergence of VBDs, and the role we all have to play.

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

Over the last three decades, the emergence and re-emergence of vector-borne diseases (VBDs) of zoonotic origin has accelerated. To protect the health of animals and people alike, we need a new, cross-disciplinary approach.

Find below what was said at the virtual event this 2 March, 2022.

The experts have spoken: you are the answer!

KEY TAKEAWAYS from the event

There is a need to continue raising awareness around vector-borne diseases among physicians and veterinary practitioners.

Cross-disciplinary collaboration is essential to implement a One Health approach.

Vets need to educate pet owners about the importance of protecting pets from infectious diseases with long term medicines.

Due to the increased activity and geographical range of vectors, year-round parasite protection for companion animals has become increasingly important in most regions.

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WHAT IS #PROTECTOURFUTURETOO

Protect Our Future Too is an initiative created to confront the challenges of rising temperatures. We have gathered veterinarians, researchers, and scientific experts within the veterinarian community to help us define new paradigms, and develop strategies, technology, and resources to be the answer we need to keep our pets and communities protected.

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Humans, animals and the environment — our health is all connected

When the health of one is at risk, the health of all may be at risk. Our increasing vulnerability to such new health challenges has led to a focus on “One Health” – an approach that recognises the interconnection between the health of people, animals and their shared environment. Learn more by visiting MSD Animal Health’s website.