Animal health
The health of humans is heavily influenced by the health of the world’s animals. Human-induced changes to the environment, particularly climate change, are shifting the distribution of certain animal diseases. This Outlook examines how climate change is pushing some diseases into formerly ‘safe’ regions of the world, looks at the challenges of treating common parasites that affect cats and dogs, discusses efforts to vaccinate gorillas against Ebola and considers how a holistic, one-health approach to disease could further the well-being of humans, pets and other animals.
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Nature is pleased to acknowledge financial support from Bayer Animal Health GmbH in producing this Outlook. The sponsor retains sole responsibility for the following messages.
Since 1919, Bayer Animal Health has been a global leader in promoting the health and wellbeing of animals, as well as supporting the farmers, veterinarians and pet owners who care for them, through innovative research, therapies and solutions. Today, with more than 100 different animal health and care products in more than 120 countries, Bayer Animal Health is among the world’s largest suppliers of veterinary medicines. To further expand our knowledge, we invest about ten percent of our sales into research and development related activities.
Our R&D efforts are currently focusing on the development of new products for livestock and companion animals. In particular, we concentrate on parasiticides, medicines for the treatment of non-infectious diseases, antibiotics as well as and non-antibiotic treatment alternatives. We are committed to finding solutions for current challenges as well as anticipating future problems in the area of animal health. Our products are an expression of our dedication to, and respect for, animals, people, and environmental sustainability.
For more information, please visit www.animalhealth.bayer.com.
