Laura Eley is the Communications & Media Relations Manager with Veterinarians Without Borders North America/Vétérinaires Sans Frontières Amérique du Nord.
Laura has over 10 years of experience as a communications and media relations professional in both the non-profit and private sectors. She has a strong background and interest in creating digital content that resonates with a wide range of audiences across various platforms. Laura holds a BA in English from the University of Guelph and a Master’s in Environmental Education and Communication through Royal Roads University.
When she’s not working, Laura enjoys spending time with her cat, family, and friends, and testing new recipes in the kitchen.
Have a media related inquiry? Reach out at laura@vwb.org
This article explores the diverse and often underrecognized roles of veterinarians within a One Health framework, highlighting how their work in animal health, food safety, wildlife conservation, and climate adaptation strengthens communities, safeguards ecosystems, and supports global health resilience.
This article examines the vital role of veterinarians in immunization and disease prevention, highlighting how VWB’s One Health approach — through vaccination campaigns, CAHW training, and real-time disease surveillance — protects public health, supports farmer livelihoods, and strengthens animal health systems in vulnerable communities.
In remote areas, like the far North, dog bites are more prevalent. This Dog Bite Prevention Week, we're raising awareness about how reading dog body language and improving access to veterinary care can reduce bites—and prevent the spread of diseases like rabies.
