Veterinarians know that environmental, human, and animal health are undistinguishably connected. This is the Concept of one Health. World Veterinary Day usually falls in last Saturday of April. The theme of World Veterinary Day 2020, which falls on April 25(today) , is “Environmental protection for improving animal and human health.”

Beside animal health and animal welfare veterinarians have a responsibility as well as the opportunity to safeguard our environment for future generation. In this auspicious day partnering with Health for Animals and the global animal medicines association honors World Veterinary Association member’s activities related to the theme

The activities initiated by them mitigate the effects of climate change, ensure proper disposal of medicines, and support responsible use of natural resources like water and feed, necessary in raising livestock. In order to honor individual or group, The WVA and Health for Animals will confer the World Veterinary Day Award and $2,500 for the best contribution on the annual theme by a WVA member association working alone or with other groups.

Reference: www.worldvet.org