"NVMA Sounds Alarm: Zoonotic Diseases Claim 2.7M Lives Annually"

The Nigerian Veterinary Medical Association warns that zoonotic diseases cause 2.7 million deaths annually, highlighting urgent public health concerns in Nigeria and beyond.

• During its 62 Annual Congress in Jalingo, Taraba State, the NVMA revealed that zoonosis is responsible for approximately 2.7 million deaths worldwide each year.
• The NVMAs press briefing emphasized the importance of addressing livestock health to prevent zoonotic diseases, crucial for ensuring meat safety and food security in Nigeria.
• The event also underscored the need for collaboration between veterinary professionals and policymakers, potentially influencing discussions in the United States Congress regarding global health strategies.