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Communicating biosecurity information to Australian-registered veterinarians
1Centre for Invasive Species Solutions, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia.
Australian Veterinary Journal
|August 1, 2019
Summary
Veterinarians in Australia highly trust information from animal health organizations and government agencies. Understanding these communication preferences is key for effective biosecurity updates to protect animal health.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Science
- Animal Health
- Biosecurity Communication
Background:
- Effective communication of biosecurity resources is crucial for protecting animal populations.
- Veterinarians (vets) are key conduits for this information.
- Understanding vets' preferences and trust in information sources is vital.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the communication preferences of Australian-registered vets regarding biosecurity information.
- To determine which sources of biosecurity information vets trust most.
Main Methods:
- An online questionnaire was developed and distributed to Australian-registered veterinarians.
- The survey queried current communication preferences and trust levels in biosecurity information sources.
Main Results:
- 158 veterinarians responded to the survey.
- High trust was reported for communication from: vet and animal health organizations, vet surgeons' boards, scientific literature, and government agencies.
- These sources were also frequently used by respondents.
Conclusions:
- Vet surgeons' boards, government agencies, and vet/animal health organizations are effective channels for disseminating biosecurity information to vets.
- Further research is needed to understand the reasons behind vets' trust in specific sources.
- Effective communication strategies can enhance protection for both domestic and native animals and the clients vets serve.
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