Jim Edwards

Retired veterinarian

[Jim Edwards @JimEdwards1947]

By reinforcing the link between animal health, food production, and human wellbeing, we recognize the indispensable contribution of the veterinary profession to global stability and health.

Dr Jim Edwards
Past (1999-2002) WVA President

[Jim Edwards @JimEdwards1947]

On World Veterinary Day 2026, we celebrate the work of veterinarians everywhere.

We highlight the critical and systemic role veterinarians play in safeguarding food safety, food security, public health, and animal health and welfare worldwide.

[Jim Edwards @JimEdwards1947]

In an increasingly interconnected world—where emerging diseases, climate pressures, and economic volatility challenge food systems—veterinarians work to strengthen resilience and sustainability of secure and sustainable food systems.

[Jim Edwards @JimEdwards1947]

From farm to fork, veterinarians are on the frontline of ensuring that food of animal origin is safe, nutritious, and responsibly produced.

Veterinary services underpin sustainable food systems, prevent and control zoonotic diseases and combat antimicrobial resistance.

[World Organisation for Animal Health @WOAH]

Have you ever wondered how much of our daily lives quietly depends on veterinarians?

[Gareth Enticott 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 @GarethEnticott]

New paper led by @RachaelAka on the impacts of emotional labour provided by agricultural support workers & volunteers. Using creative methods, we explore how aspects of daily life provide a means to cope with the demands of this important work.

https://t.co/wAC0QaxmPX

[Jim Edwards @JimEdwards1947]

Vets working in veterinary schools, laboratories, research, animal remedy development and as regulators are all part of professional teams to bring you their services which contribute to the health and welfare of animals worldwide as well as food safety and food security.

[Jim Edwards @JimEdwards1947]

#WorldVeterinaryDay
Animal Health Takes a Team, whether it be your vet with their support staff of vet nurses, technicians and para-professionals, when you take your animal to the veterinary clinic/hospital; or when the vet visits your property.

[AVMA (American Veterinary Medical Association) @AVMAvets]

No matter where we are in the world, we are united for the veterinary community. Join your colleagues from around the globe for #AVMA2025, held in conjunction with the 40th @WorldVetAssoc Congress, taking place July 18-22 in Washington, D.C. Register today https://t.co/SfJoXM90Hl

[AVMA (American Veterinary Medical Association) @AVMAvets]

The World Veterinary Association (WVA) has announced the theme for this year's World Veterinary Day on April 26 is "Animal health takes a team," highlighting the field's collaborative nature. https://t.co/0nDVOktUBG

[Codex Alimentarius @FAOWHOCodex]

📽️ | Veterinarians are involved in all aspects of the food supply chain, from farm to fork.

👉 Here are 5⃣ reasons veterinarians are vital to food safety and Codex work.

#CCRVDF27 | #FoodSafety

[World Organisation for Animal Health @WOAH]

In today’s world, animal health measures are crucial to ensuring safe international trade of animals and animal products while avoiding unnecessary barriers to trade. Which is why we work on developing international animal health #standards. These standards make the Animal Health Code.

Twice every year, the Scientific Commissions review the Code. We caught up with them as they were heading to one of their bi-annual meetings. #WorldStandardsDay

[AVMA (American Veterinary Medical Association) @AVMAvets]

During Responsible Dog Ownership Month, here are a few basic tips to help you build a solid foundation for dog bite prevention. You can find more tips at https://t.co/6b5SilPERP

[Frédéric Leroy @fleroy1974]

An overview of the main anti-meat & -livestock agendas and how they operate ⬇️ A bit long (1 h) and certainly not the fanciest of videos, but this may as well be the most comprehensive overview you'll find on the web.

[Codex Alimentarius @FAOWHOCodex]

📝 | Veterinarians are essential to assess risks and ensure #SafeFood throughout the food chain.

👉 Today, they represent a key component of the #Codex world.

➕ℹ️➡️ https://t.co/DwIwk8dm4f

[AVMA (American Veterinary Medical Association) @AVMAvets]

Today's theme of #NPW2024 is all about being prepared for emergencies. A pet evacuation kit is one of the more important items you can have ready-to-go in case of an emergency. Here are a few things you'll want to include in your kit: https:// https://t.co/yXhG8ID13C

[Jim Edwards @JimEdwards1947]

This dimension of the veterinarians’ work often remains unseen, but protecting and improving the health of people and their communities is an essential role of the veterinary profession.

[Jim Edwards @JimEdwards1947]

On World Veterinary Day @WorldVetAssoc we recognize that veterinarians are essential health workers.

Our veterinary competencies contribute not only to animal health and well-being, but also to the physical, mental and social well-being of humans.

[Jim Edwards @JimEdwards1947]

All veterinarians have undergone comprehensive training, and regardless of our professional area of practice, we have a responsibility to promote public health and food safety and food security.

[World Organisation for Animal Health @WOAH]

Various countries have revealed that #Veterinary Services were only included in less than half of whole-of-government frameworks for emergencies & disasters. The involvement of Veterinary Services in countering emerging threats is essential to ensuring global securityVarious countries have revealed that #Veterinary Services were only included in less than half of whole-of-government frameworks for emergencies & disasters. The involvement of Veterinary Services in countering emerging threats is essential to ensuring global securityVarious countries have revealed that #Veterinary Services were only included in less than half of whole-of-government frameworks for emergencies & disasters. The involvement of Veterinary Services in countering emerging threats is essential to ensuring global securityVarious countries have revealed that #Veterinary Services were only included in less than half of whole-of-government frameworks for emergencies & disasters. The involvement of Veterinary Services in countering emerging threats is essential to ensuring global security.