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Veterinary Public Health

The Human-Animal Connection

Animals have always served as disease vectors for humans. While the threat is ancient, the focus on these diseases is emerging. Mammals, birds, reptiles and insects are known to carry these emerging infectious diseases. Zoonotic diseases are caused by infectious agents that can be transmitted between (or shared by) animals and humans.

Veterinary Updates

News articles and press releases about diseases of veterinary importance and zoonotic diseases.


Reportable Diseases and Forms

Reporting forms for vets, time frames, and factsheets for diseases of veterinary importance and zoonotic diseases.


Reporting Results

Data from the voluntary reporting completed by veterinarians.


Publications and Resources

Compendia, CD Summary articles, and other resources related to zoonotic and veterinary diseases.

Oregon One Health

Oregon One Health is an approach that recognizes the interconnectedness of people, animals, and the environment— collaborating with medical and veterinary professionals to investigate and prevent communicable diseasesClick here to learn more.



Resources