Preventing Zoonotic Diseases: An Investigation into Veterinary Medicine's Role in Public Health

Abstract

Animal infectious diseases are an important public health issue that threatens human health, and veterinarians play an important role in preventing and controlling animal infectious diseases. This study aims to explore the role of veterinarians in preventing animal infectious diseases and public health. Through interviews and questionnaire surveys with veterinary workers, this study collected their practical experience in animal disease monitoring, diagnosis, prevention, and control, as well as their participation and challenges in public health. The research findings reveal the crucial role of veterinarians in the prevention of animal infectious diseases, particularly in improving animal health, maintaining public health safety, and promoting harmonious coexistence between humans and nature. In addition, the study also identified challenges faced by veterinarians in public health work, such as resource constraints, demand for professional knowledge, and insufficient public awareness. Based on the research results, suggestions were proposed to improve the role of veterinarians in public health, in order to provide reference for the future development of veterinarians in the field of public health.