How pets have kept us sane during the pandemic
The month of October is Mental Health Awareness Month with the objective of educating the public about mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, and stress, all of which have been heightened for many by the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. As the world continues to grapple with the impact of the pandemic, a survey […]
Women’s month sees depression and anxiety escalate for women, during lockdown
Women’s month sees depression and anxiety escalate for women, during lockdown Far from a time of empowerment and celebration, Women’s Month has seen depression and anxiety skyrocket among women as the boundaries of an already tenuous work-life balance have become increasingly blurred under lockdown. According to a recent Ipsos poll, 40% of South African women […]
Zoetis launches genomic test for dairy cows in South Africa
Johannesburg, 13 August 20: With food security increasingly under the microscope in the wake of the global COVID-19 pandemic and increasing financial pressure on the dairy sector, global animal health company, Zoetis, has launched Clarifide® Plus to predict key cow and calf wellness traits in South Africa’s dairy cattle. According to the technical manager for the Ruminants Division at Zoetis […]
Continuum of care is the future of animal health
Johannesburg, 13 May 20: There is a clear shift in traditional ways of practicing veterinary medicine. Animal health companies, such as Zoetis, are revolutionising animal healthcare by providing veterinarians with integrated solutions to predict, prevent, detect and treat disease. “Pharmaceutical companies and veterinarians are promoting preventative care because it is far easier and more cost effective to prevent illnesses than […]