Sri Lanka Veterinary Association celebrates World Veterinary Day under the theme of “Veterinarians are essential health workers’’HealthThe Sri Lanka Veterinary Association (SLVA) marked World Veterinary Day on April 27, 2024, with a social media campaign emphasising the critical role veterinarians play in safeguarding public health. “Veterinarians are often unseen activists in safeguarding public health,” stated Dr. Mohamed Ijas, President of Sri Lanka Veterinary Association. The human-animal bond was another key area addressed by the Sri Lanka Veterinary Associations. They also advocate for responsible antimicrobial use in animals to minimise drug resistance, which has public health implications for humans. Established in 1940, the Sri Lanka Veterinary Association (SLVA) stands as the professional body dedicated to serving and representing the interests of the veterinary profession in Sri Lanka.

Source: Sunday Times May 03, 2024 04:45 UTC