Jean-Paul Blanchard is the Head of Program, Finance with Veterinarians Without Borders North America/Vétérinaires Sans Frontières Amérique du Nord.
Jean-Paul (JP) Blanchard joined Veterinarians Without Borders North America/Vétérinaires Sans Frontières Amérique du Nord (VWB/VSF) in June 2023 as Head of Program, Finance. JP has over 15 years of experience working in various financial roles in the transportation and non-for-profit sector. He has a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the University of New Brunswick and is a Chartered Professional Accountant. JP is based in Hampton, NB. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time outdoors and weekend at his trailer.
This article explores the diverse and often underrecognized roles of veterinarians within a One Health framework, highlighting how their work in animal health, food safety, wildlife conservation, and climate adaptation strengthens communities, safeguards ecosystems, and supports global health resilience.
This article examines the vital role of veterinarians in immunization and disease prevention, highlighting how VWB’s One Health approach — through vaccination campaigns, CAHW training, and real-time disease surveillance — protects public health, supports farmer livelihoods, and strengthens animal health systems in vulnerable communities.
In remote areas, like the far North, dog bites are more prevalent. This Dog Bite Prevention Week, we're raising awareness about how reading dog body language and improving access to veterinary care can reduce bites—and prevent the spread of diseases like rabies.
