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Animal Welfare
17 Dec 2021
WVA Factsheet on Brachycephaly in Dogs
Flat faced’ dogs such as English Bulldogs, French Bulldogs and Pugs have become very fashionable in recent years. Many people buy these dogs because they think they look cute.
One Health
17 Dec 2021
WVA Factsheet on Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Virus
Avian Influenza (AI) is a highly contagious viral disease that affects both domestic and wild birds.
Veterinary Profession and Education
6 Jul 2021
WVA Policy on the Role of the Veterinarian in Animal Welfare – Revision 2
It is widely acknowledged that animal welfare science is a dynamic and multidisciplinary field. Its application includes scientific and ethical obligations to the physical and mental well-being of animals, and it also has ethical implications in regards to human social and cultural needs.
One Health
6 Jun 2021
World Food Safety Day
Veterinarians are trained in both animal health and food hygiene to ensure the safety of food of animal origin. These roles are reflected in the recently published WVA Position on the Role of Veterinarians in Food Safety.
One Health
4 Jun 2021
World Food Safety Day – WVA PR EN
Today, the World Veterinary Association celebrates World Food Safety Day to emphasise the veterinary profession’s crucial role in controlling and upholding the safety and quality of food.
One Health
22 Apr 2021
WVA Position Statement on Leishmaniosis
Leishmaniasis is a neglected tropical disease, found in approximately 98 countries on 5 continents.
One Health
22 Apr 2021
WVA Position on the Global Climate Change Emergency
Veterinarians, in their role as advocates for animal health and welfare and public health, have a responsibility to protect ecosystem health and demand action to minimize climate change.
One Health
22 Apr 2021
Position on the Role of Veterinarians in Food Safety
The contribution of the veterinary profession to the safety of food of animal origin is well recognised and valued by the WVA.
Veterinary Profession and Education
22 Apr 2021
WVA Position Statement on Telemedicine
The WVA acknowledges the advances in telecommunication technology and its impact on veterinary practice.
One Health
22 Apr 2021
WVA Position on Zoonoses Emergence in Relation to Wildlife Disruption and Trade
Zoonotic disease emergence is an urgent global health and international security concern.