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One HealthSeptember reminds us: Be preparedSource: The Ready Campaign is a year-round public service advertising campaign of the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Produced in partnership with the Citizens Corps and the Ad Council, it aims to educate and empower Americans to prepare for, and respond to, natural disasters, potential terrorist attacks, and other emergencies. An NPM Coalition composed of public and private sector organizations works to promote a culture of preparedness across the country. As an NPM Coalition member, the AVMA is committed to sharing preparedness information with its members and the public. The AVMA maintains a Disaster Preparedness page at www.avma.org/disaster/default.asp that includes detailed disaster-planning resources for small and large animals. Read more ...
American Medical Association (USA) President Reaffirms Strong Support of One HealthSource: Cecil B. Wilson, MD, President,
A second good reason to attend the …“One Health” Session Scheduled for the North American Veterinary Conference (NAVC), in Orlando, Florida (USA) Monday, January 17, 2011 www.navc.com Speech topic: “One Health in ACTION” - DETECTING WILDLIFE ZOONOSES TO PREVENT HUMAN PANDEMICS Dr. Gilardi describes her excellent and illuminating One Health message: “The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Emerging Pandemic Threats Program (EPT) is a recently launched international effort to detect emerging wildlife zoonoses in time to prevent human pandemics. The EPT is an excellent example of One Health in Action; in particular, its PREDICT project http://www.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/ohi/predict/index.cfm, is administered by the UC Davis Wildlife Health Center in partnership with Wildlife Conservation Society, Wildlife Trust, Global Viral Forecasting, Inc. and the Smithsonian Institution. It is working on the ground on the One Health frontline, conducting wildlife zoonoses and emerging disease surveillance in more than two dozen countries at high-risk wildlife-human interfaces such as bushmeat hunting and wildlife ecotourism.”
World Health Summit 2010 Newsletter, NO. 5Source: The online version of the World Health Summit Program may be found at the official website www.worldhealthsummit.org, in the “Program” section which is frequently updated.
Dog Days of SummerDog parks allow socialization and exercise, but can pose health risks. As always, your veterinarian is your best source for animal health information. If your dog is showing signs of illness, consult your veterinarian for diagnosis and treatment. If you feel you have been exposed or made ill by any of the conditions listed below, consult a physician. This information isn't intended to scare dog owners away from participating in and enjoying social events involving dogs; rather, it is intended to inform you of the risks and some common sense measures that can decrease the disease risks for you and your dog(s). Read more ...
West Nile virus range expansion into British ColumbiaSource: Most WNV activity in British Columbia in 2009 occurred in the hot and dry southern Okanagan Valley. Virus establishment and amplification in this region was likely facilitated by above average nightly temperatures and a rapid accumulation of degree-days in late summer. Estimated exposure dates for humans and initial detection of WNV-positive mosquitoes occurred concurrently with a late summer increase in Culex tarsalis mosquitoes (which spread western equine encephalitis) in the southern Okanagan Valley. The conditions present during this range expansion suggest that temperature and Cx. tarsalis mosquito abundance may be limiting factors for WNV transmission in this portion of the Pacific Northwest. Read more ...
B Vitamins and the Aging Brain ExaminedBy Marcia Wood U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) nutritionist Lindsay H. Allen has collaborated in ongoing research that has taken a closer look at the role these nutrients may play in preventing decline in brain function. The investigations, led by Mary N. Haan of the University of California-San Francisco, are part of the multiyear Sacramento (Calif.) Area Latino Study on Aging, or "SALSA." Begun in 1996, the study attracted nearly 1,800 Hispanic seniors, ages 60 to 101, as volunteers. According to Allen, the research is needed because many studies of B vitamins and brain function have given inconsistent or conflicting results.
Seniors can benefit from greater access to petsSource: The AVA says pets can help older Australians stay independent for longer and is calling for better access to aged-care facilities by pets as part of Queensland Seniors Week 2010, which starts this Sunday (14 August). “Having a pet adds enormous value to the lives of our older citizens, providing companionship, and the potential for social interaction stimulus with neighbours and other community members,” said Australian Veterinary Association President, Dr Barry Smyth. “There are also many health benefits which may lead them to staying longer in their homes than would otherwise occur,” said Dr Smyth. Pets can help to motivate and encourage all of us, including seniors, to stay healthy and exercise. Read more ...
Scales, slime and SalmonellaReptiles and amphibians – and their food – can spread Salmonella. This doesn't mean amphibian and reptile owners should get rid of their pets. What it does mean is that amphibian and reptile owners should take precautions to protect themselves and their families. Simple, common sense measures can significantly reduce your risk of amphibian- or reptile-associated Salmonella infection. Read more ...
“One Health” Session Scheduled for the North American Veterinary ConferenceA good reason to attend NAVC, in Orlando, Florida (USA) Monday, January 17, 2011 www.navc.com Dr. Calle’s speech will explore “One World One Health® – A Field Veterinary Perspective”. Dr. Calle cogently and briefly describes his One Health message as “The inextricable link between people, domestic and wild animals, and their diseases, has never been more obvious or of concern than it is today. With outbreaks of SARS, Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, and Ebola virus capturing the public’s attention, the concept that we only have One World and share One Health is on the front pages of newspapers around the world. The need to increase the linkages between public health, the health of domestic animals, and the health and conservation of wild animals has generated discussions and collaborations unheard of only a few years ago. This talk will present an overview of the Wildlife Conservation Society’s pioneering One World One Health® activities around the world, which include international symposia and workshops on the topic held in New York City and Bangkok, Thailand in 2004; Beijing, China in 2005; and Brasilia, Brazil in 2007 as well as ongoing global field veterinary activities to investigate diseases and their relationships to people, domestic and wild animals.”
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