Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Good governance for early detection and rapid response.
- Journal:
- Avian diseases
- Year:
- 2010
- Authors:
- Hamilton, Keith & Brückner, Gideon
- Affiliation:
- OIE · France
- Species:
- bird
Plain-English summary
This research discusses the importance of strong veterinary services in quickly detecting and controlling animal diseases, like the H5N1 bird flu, which can also affect humans. It emphasizes that effective monitoring and response to these diseases are difficult without well-organized veterinary systems that have the right resources and laws in place. The World Organisation for Animal Health is working to enhance the quality and governance of veterinary services globally to help improve animal health. Overall, the findings suggest that better governance can lead to more effective disease control.
Abstract
Global epidemics of H5N1 highly pathogenic avian influenza have highlighted aspects that are crucial when considering effective and rapid control of animal diseases, including zoonoses. Experience has shown that without strong and well-governed veterinary services, effective surveillance and control can be challenging at best. For an effective response, veterinary services need access to expertise, resources, and appropriate legislation. Within its mandate to "improve animal health worldwide" the World Organisation for Animal Health is providing recommendations and taking action to improve the strength and governance of veterinary services worldwide.
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