An overview of the role of Veterinary Schools in emergency and disaster management

Recent events in Kenya (El Nino and La nina phenomena) and effects of civil unrest in the region have brought into focus the veterinarians' role in emergence and disaster management. there is need, therefore for veterinary schools to in the region to take a leadership role in providing the moral, professional and physical support to the veterinarians and communities in preparing for, anticipating and managing emergencies and disasters. This paper is a summary of the overview of how veterinary schools can provide this noble service. The Kenya Veterinarian Vol. 22 2001: pp. 66-68