Madison Wimmers, a project officer with World Organisation for Animal Health, discusses the importance of animal health for epidemic prevention. Science diplomacy, she says, facilitates negotiations for cross-border information and resource sharing that can help stem the spread of disease.

Despite challenges faced in its implementation, zoning has shown to have a positive impact in terms of disease control when implemented. In a study, the World Organisation for Animal Health #Observatory studied the use, challenges & impacts of zoning and compartmentalisation: woah.org/en/what-we-do/…

Receiving WOAH's endorsement for an official control programme for dog-mediated rabies can help in advocating for increased support and investments from local governments, provide better expertise, and bring recognition. Find out how to apply: woah.org/app/uploads/20…

Once a year, we bring government representatives, veterinary officials & partners from around the world to exchange over current global animal health. From May 26th to 30th, 600 country representatives & animal health stakeholders will gather for our 91st General Session. #WOAHGS

In their latest webinar, United Against Rabies gets talking about bite case management and rabies. Sign up here: fao.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

#Antimicrobial resistance needs our attention now. Here's why. #ActOnAMR #AMR

To better fight infectious diseases across the human-animal-environment interface, we've developed the first-ever global guidance needed for field epidemiologists to implement the One Health approach with FAO Livestock & World Health Organization (WHO). 👉 woah.org/en/new-guidanc…

During the 91st #WOAHGS, WOAH Delegates chose Dr Emmanuelle Soubeyran, as their Director General to lead the Organisation into its next chapter. Under Dr Soubeyran’s leadership, we will remain dedicated to a healthier future. 👉 woah.org/en/dr-emmanuel…

Today is a pivotal moment in the course of animal welfare. At the 91st General Session, WOAH Delegates have just adopted the revised international standard on animal welfare during slaughter. 📸 AI Shutterstock

Updates from #WOAHGS: Five countries just achieved official recognition of their animal health status! To top that off, 385 already officially recognised animal health statuses and endorsed control programmes were successfully able to maintain their existing statuses.

Receiving World Organisation for Animal Health's endorsement for an official control programme for dog-mediated #rabies can help in advocating for increased support and investments from local governments, provide better expertise, and bring recognition. Find out how to apply: woah.org/app/uploads/20…

Tackling #AntimicrobialResistance means filling the gaps. #ActOnAMR We explain why and how: woah.org/en/document/ac…

WOAH Rabies Reference Laboratory Network (RABLAB) emphasises the importance of using approved, high-quality #rabies vaccines that meet international standards in terms of efficacy, safety, and sterility. Consult our guidelines: woah.org/en/document/wo…

In partnership with IUCN, we're launching the general guidelines for surveillance of diseases, pathogens and toxic agents in free-ranging wildlife, which aim to assist with the development and implementation of a national surveillance programme. Sign up: woah.org/en/event/iucn-…

We reiterate the importance of surveillance in the prevention and control of #AvianInfluenza. The first line of defense against avian influenza is its early detection. Accurate warning systems are essential to efficiently prevent and control the disease. Read our latest

As I begin my first day as Director General of the World Organisation for Animal Health, I am filled with hope. Hope and determination, that together we will affront critical animal health and welfare challenges ahead of us. Animal health is central to key global issues such as

I am honoured to lead such a distinguished organisation and look forward to working with our dedicated team, network, and global partners to advance animal health and welfare worldwide. World Organisation for Animal Health

I had the immense pleasure of officially meeting our staff both at World Organisation for Animal Health Headquarters and in the regions today. It was fantastic to engage with colleagues, answer their thoughtful questions, and discuss our shared goals and the important work ahead. At WOAH, we recognise that

We’re thrilled to unveil, 'The Animal Echo’, WOAH’s newest online space for knowledge-sharing and dialogue. This space will dive deep into animal health and welfare, featuring scientific research, thought-provoking articles, and expert stories from a variety of contributors.