WSAVA to hold second COVID-19 webinar

The WSAVA is hosting a second webinar that aims to update vets around the world on COVID-19 as it relates to companion animals.

The session, on Tuesday 15 September, aims to address frequently asked questions and is supported by MSD Animal Health.

Line-up

The line-up of speakers is:

• Michael Lappin, chairman of the WSAVA’s One Health Committee, who will discuss recent developments with COVID-19 and companion animals
• Richard Squires, chairman of the WSAVA’s Vaccination Guidelines Group, who will give an update on the effects of the pandemic on preventive health programmes
• Peter Karczmar, member of the WSAVA’s One Health Committee, who will offer recommendations on minimising the risk to veterinary staff members

‘Significant changes’

On the webinar, Dr Lappin said: “There are a number of significant changes in the management of SARS-CoV-2 that impact companion animal medicine and our staff members since our first webinar.

“I believe the information to be presented will be extremely valuable in helping your veterinary team continue to successfully navigate this pandemic.”

‘Extraordinary challenge’

David Sutton, global technical director for MSD Animal Health, said: “COVID-19 has presented an extraordinary challenge to the global community.

“MSD Animal Health is proud to support the WSAVA in providing quality education to veterinary professionals who continue to go above and beyond in the care of companion animals during the pandemic.”

The webinar takes place at noon UTC (1pm BST) and will later be available on the WSAVA’s COVID-19 resource hub.

• Register online