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We Welcome Dr Giana Bastos Gomes
Dr Giana Bastos Gomes recently joined the Department of Infectious Diseases and Public Health as Assistant Professor in Aquatic Animal Health.
CityU Veterinary Medical Centre opens
Opening on 3 April, the CityU Veterinary Medical Centre (CityUVMC), one of the largest veterinary clinics in Southeast Asia, will provide medical cases for studies and practicum opportunities for students at the Jockey Club College of Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences at City University of Hong Kong (CityU).
Prof. Sparagano appointed Acting Head of Department
Professor Olivier Sparagano (Professor of Veterinary Parasitology) has been appointed as Acting Head of the Department of Infectious Diseases and Public Health Health in the Jockey Club College of Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences.
We Welcome Prof. Katharina Stärk
The department would like to welcome Prof. Katharina Stärk who is visiting us for two weeks to teach some sessions in the 'Introduction to Food Safety' and 'Introduction to Zoonoses' courses in the Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine programme.
FAO, OIE, and WHO launch a guide for countries on taking a One Health approach to addressing zoonotic diseases
Zoonotic diseases, like rabies, avian influenza, Ebola or Rift Valley fever, are those diseases that can spread between animals and people. They continue to be a threat to human health as well as animal health and welfare, but also affect farmers’ livelihoods and countries’ economies. As global trade and travel expands, threats from zoonotic diseases are increasing worldwide.
We Welcome Dr Kai Liu
Dr Kai Liu recently joined the Department of Infectious Diseases and Public Health as Assistant Professor in Animal Welfare, Ethics and Behaviour.
We Welcome Professor Olivier Sparagano
Prof. Olivier Sparagano recently joined the Department of Infectious Diseases and Public Health as Professor of Veterinary Parasitology.
First Step in the Development of Field Epidemiology Training for Veterinarians in Bangladesh
Bangladesh is considered as one of the hotspots for emerging diseases of animal origin. A number of zoonotic diseases and diseases with high economic impact, including highly pathogenic avian influenza, anthrax, brucellosis, foot and mouth diseases, are endemic in Bangladesh and pose a serious threat to public health and food security.
New College Booklet out now!
The new Jockey Club College of Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences Booklet is now available.
Find out about the College’s vision and aspirations.
Welcome Dr Rebecca Parkes
Dr Rebecca Parkes recently joined the Department of Infectious Diseases and Public Health as an Assistant Professor in Equine Medicine and Surgery.