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Renewed Global Commitment to Reduce Antimicrobial Resistance: A Complex Challenge Requiring a One Health Approach

Posted Nov 18th, 2024 in Africa, Asia, Country, Featured, News, Stories

Written by Dr. Andrea Ellis (DVM), a member of the VWB Board of Directors, this article explores the evolution of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) thinking, highlighting the critical role of environmental inclusion and a One Health approach, and showcasing how VWB’s focus on animal husbandry, disease prevention, and antimicrobial stewardship aligns with the Quadripartite partnership’s vision for a coordinated global response.

Poultry and Possibility in Ukraine: Rethinking Aid in Protracted Crises

Posted Nov 14th, 2024 in Country, Featured, News, Stories

In this op-ed, VWB's Executive Director, Charmaine Brett, discusses how poultry farming is helping to build sustainable recovery for families in Ukraine.

Poultry, Prevention, and Progress: How Community Animal Health Worker Training is Fighting Antimicrobial Resistance

Posted Nov 1st, 2024 in Africa, Asia, Country, Featured, News, Stories

This article examines the crucial role of Community Animal Health Workers (CAHWs) in combating antimicrobial resistance (AMR), highlighting the 6 key training focus areas as identified by a CAHW Training Manual on AMR in Poultry by VSF Germany.

Ask an Expert: "How do you imagine the future of veterinary care in the far North?" with Dr. Doug Doyle-Baker

Posted Oct 8th, 2024 in Country, Featured, News, Northern Canada, Stories

In this edition of 'Ask an Expert', we chatted with Dr. Doug Doyle-Baker (DVM), a practicing veterinarian in Toronto, Ontario, who this past spring spent time volunteering with VWB's Northern Animal Health Initiative (NAHI) in the Northwest Territories.

The Rise of Rabies in Ukraine: A hidden consequence of war

Posted Oct 1st, 2024 in Country, Featured, News, Stories

Thousands of stray animals, many of which were previously cared for by animal welfare groups, individuals, or shelters, are now going unvaccinated – creating dangerous situations for people who encounter them. It’s estimated that over one million dogs in Ukraine are homeless – many living in frontline areas that are increasingly difficult for animal health providers to visit.

Building Resilience: VWB Vaccinates Over 57,000 Livestock in South Sudan

Posted Sep 26th, 2024 in Africa, Country, Featured, News, Past Projects, Program Report, South Sudan, Stories

In partnership with Action Against Hunger USA, VWB recently completed a 14-day vaccination campaign in Northern Bahr el Ghazal, South Sudan, vaccinating over 57,000 livestock and empowering communities.

Ask an Expert: "What's it like running an animal shelter in Ukraine?" with Iryna Podvoyska

Posted Aug 28th, 2024 in Stories, Country, Featured, News

Our latest expert is Iryna Podvoyska, manager of the Patron Pet Center in Ukraine — one of VWB's on-the-ground partners. Originally a veterinarian from Kharkiv — which has become a frontline area — Iryna has since relocated to Kyiv where the Center was officially launched in 2023.

Mpox: A Global Health Challenge and the Case for a One Health Approach

Posted Aug 26th, 2024 in Africa, Asia, Stories, Country, Featured, News

This article provides an overview of the current Mpox outbreak in the DRC, detailing what Mpox is, how it spreads, prevention strategies, and the critical role of human-animal-environment interactions in the spread and management of zoonotic diseases like Mpox.

Health, Hope and Humanitarianism: A Conversation with Taban Kaps Robert, Program Manager, South Sudan

Posted Aug 15th, 2024 in Africa, Stories, Country, Featured, News, Past Projects, Program Report, South Sudan

In recognition of World Humanitarian Day, we sat down with Taban Kaps Robert, our Program Manager in South Sudan, to discuss the challenges and triumphs of humanitarian work in one of the world’s most complex environments.

One Health, One World: The Interconnectedness of Animals and Humans

Posted Aug 7th, 2024 in Africa, Asia, Stories, Country, Featured, News

VWB's Danielle Legault shares her research and findings on how animals help shape human lives and communities.

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Renewed Global Commitment to Reduce Antimicrobial Resistance: A Complex Challenge Requiring a One Health Approach

Poultry and Possibility in Ukraine: Rethinking Aid in Protracted Crises

Poultry, Prevention, and Progress: How Community Animal Health Worker Training is Fighting Antimicrobial Resistance

Ask an Expert: "How do you imagine the future of veterinary care in the far North?" with Dr. Doug Doyle-Baker

The Rise of Rabies in Ukraine: A hidden consequence of war

Building Resilience: VWB Vaccinates Over 57,000 Livestock in South Sudan

Ask an Expert: "What's it like running an animal shelter in Ukraine?" with Iryna Podvoyska

Mpox: A Global Health Challenge and the Case for a One Health Approach

Health, Hope and Humanitarianism: A Conversation with Taban Kaps Robert, Program Manager, South Sudan

One Health, One World: The Interconnectedness of Animals and Humans

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Seeds of Resilience: Building Climate-Smart Communities in Laos

People, Pigs, and Possibility: How COHERS Is Redefining Community Health in Rwanda

From Office to Community: Donatha’s Leadership in Building a Healthier Rwanda

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