Veterinary public health

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Veterinary public health (VPH) is a component of public health that focuses on the application of veterinary science to protect and improve the physical, mental and social well-being of humans.^[1] In several countries activities related to VPH are organized by the chief veterinary officer.

Conventionally veterinary public health as a topic covers the following areas: