13-14 October 2025, Bumthang: The National Centre for Animal Health (NCAH), with financial support from the Pandemic Fund, organized the National Veterinary Laboratory Coordination Meeting.
A total of 54 participants, veterinarians and laboratory technicians from the National, Regional Centres, and District Veterinary Hospitals and Laboratories across the country attended the meeting. The event was graced and addressed by hon’ble Dasho Dzongda Dasho (Dr.) R.B. Gurung, who emphasized the importance of collective purpose, and the critical role of veterinary laboratories in safeguarding animal and public health in the country.
The meeting aims to bring laboratory professionals to strengthen diagnostic capacity, harmonize standards, and enhance information sharing for more effective disease surveillance and response.
Bhutan’s veterinary laboratories play a vital role in early detection and diagnosis of animal diseases, enabling timely control and prevention measures. The National Veterinary Laboratory at NCAH serves as the national referral lab, while regional and district laboratories form the backbone of the diagnostic network.
Recent disease challenges such as Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD) and African Swine Fever (ASF) highlight the urgent need for strong coordination, modern diagnostic tools, and rapid communication channels among laboratories.
By working together, the national laboratory network aims to stay aligned with global best practices and ensure a timely, coordinated, and science-based response to emerging animal health threats, protecting both livestock and livelihoods.
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