A project in Viet Nam has achieved notable advancements in addressing health threats emanating from animals. Its primary objective is to enhance animal health systems in order to combat emerging infectious diseases, antimicrobial resistance, and biological threats, employing an inclusive One Health approach.
Key Activities and Efforts
The project undertook extensive surveillance operations, including ten sampling rounds at live bird markets to detect avian influenza, resulting in the collection of 24,500 swabs from live poultry and environmental samples. National meetings were convened to disseminate findings and conduct multisectoral risk assessments pertaining to zoonotic diseases.
Another essential initiative concentrated on establishing a robust laboratory network for the diagnosis of veterinary pathogens and the testing of antimicrobial susceptibility. Furthermore, the project provided support to local veterinary drugstores by producing training materials and videos that promote responsible antimicrobial usage. A survey was also administered to evaluate compliance with veterinary drugstore regulations.
Moreover, the project developed two training packages aimed at small- and medium-scale pig farms to enhance animal management and biosecurity practices. These packages were delivered through 15 courses, reaching 161 extension officers and workers, as well as 189 farmers.
Public-private partnerships were fostered to create a traceability system for bird nest exports, particularly assisting companies in satisfying Chinese importation standards.
Results and Outcomes
The project has produced several positive outcomes. It has augmented the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development’s capacity to convey vital information regarding health risks posed by animals, thereby strengthening early detection and response mechanisms to avian influenza threats.
Staff at veterinary drugstores have reported heightened awareness and adherence to responsible antimicrobial usage, with a reduction in antibiotic consumption by 40-50%. Additionally, model pig farms have experienced a 10-15% enhancement in reproductive productivity.
Furthermore, two swiftlet bird companies successfully met export standards, facilitating trade with China and contributing to the local economy.
Through these collective efforts, the project has significantly fortified Viet Nam’s animal health systems and enhanced its ability to manage health risks associated with animals.
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