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Introduction: The Village Veterinary Worker (VVW)
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The Tasks of the Village Veterinary Worker (VVW) Assisting farmers to record livestock data (farmer records) How do you become and work as a VVW? Government Regulations in which VVW may be involved
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VVW Module 1: Livestock Production
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The importance of livestock raising Cattle and buffalo Selection and reproduction Nutrition Housing Pigs Selection and reproduction Nutrition Housing Poultry Selection and reproduction Nutrition Housing
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VVW Module 2 : Animal Health Care
2.1. 2.2. 2.2.1. 2.2.2. 2.2.3. 2.2.4. 2.2.5. 2.3. 2.3.1. 2.3.2. 2.3.3. 2.3.4. 2.4. 2.4.1. 2.4.2. 2.5. 2.5.1. 2.5.2. 2.5.3.
Examining the health of an animal Diseases in general Non-infectious diseases Important infectious livestock diseases in Lao PDR Diseases caused by microbes (bacteria and viruses) Diseases caused by parasites Common conditions in which diseases occur Disease prevention Quarantine to reduce the import or spread of disease Good management to reduce disease outbreaks Vaccination against specific diseases Strategic treatment for worm infections Medicines Different medicines Vaccination Basic knowledge on the use of medicines Classification of medicines Dosage Frequency of administration
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