World Congress on Planetary Health 2024

Leveraging Animal Wellbeing Toward Planetary Health

It is with great pleasure that we extend to you a warm welcome to the World Congress on Planetary Health! This monumental event, set to take place from May 17-19th, promises to be an enriching experience that explores crucial themes at the intersection of environmental sustainability, animal welfare, and human well-being.

The Congress will serve as a vibrant platform for experts, practitioners, and enthusiasts from across the globe to convene and exchange insights, innovations, and best practices in various facets of planetary health with a focus on animal wellbeing. Among the key areas of focus will be:

1. Animal Disaster Relief: In the face of escalating natural disasters and humanitarian crises, it is imperative to discuss and strategize effective approaches to mitigate the impact on animal populations. Our sessions will delve into emergency response protocols, resource allocation, and long-term resilience strategies.

2. Emotional and Somatic Health in Veterinary Medicine: Recognizing the profound emotional and physical bond between humans and animals, this segment of the Congress will explore holistic approaches to veterinary care that prioritize the emotional well-being of both animals and their caregivers. From stress management techniques to innovative therapies, we aim to foster a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness of emotional and somatic health.

3. Alternative Therapies: As we navigate the complexities of modern healthcare, there is growing interest in alternative and complementary therapies that offer novel perspectives and solutions. Participants will have the opportunity to engage with leading experts in fields such as acupuncture, herbal medicine, and energy healing, as we examine their potential contributions to planetary health.

4. Planetary Health: At the heart of our discussions lies the overarching theme of planetary health – the interconnectedness of environmental, animal, and human health within the broader context of global ecosystems. Through interdisciplinary dialogue and collaborative action, we aim to envision a sustainable future that nurtures the health and vitality of all life forms on our planet.

We invite you to join us in this momentous endeavor as we embark on a journey of discovery, compassion, and collective responsibility. Your presence and participation will enrich the discourse and contribute to tangible solutions that have the power to shape the future of our planet.

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Listen to these key lecture from this event:

Defining Planetary Health

Dr. Gillian Penn provides an introduction to One Health (OH) and Planetary Health, with a quick overview on their origins respectively, where they sit currently in the field and how we use them functionally, also including EcoHealth. 

Endocannabinoid System Support during Acute Stress to Prevent Maladaptive Pain

Dr. Conny Mosley discussed ideas on how veterinary practitioners can support the ECS during times of acute stress. The idea of supporting the ECS via cannabinoids as a preventative treatment to avoid central pain sensitization is a key topic explored in this lecture.

Including cannabis and endocannabinoid system (ECS) awareness in anesthesia & pain control

Dr. João Lourenço Gewehr discuss how anesthetics modulate the ECS, and how phytocannabinoids shape these interactions, both in the area of recreational use as well as in medical applications.

Animal Safety and Consent in Psychedelic Spaces

Dr. Steve Kruzeniski introduces the veterinary community to the topics of psychedelic medicines and how these medicines may intersect with our patients and beyond. How can we as a community advocate for inter-species harm reduction and education with a focus on animal safety and consent in psychedelic spaces?

The Profound Relationship Between Humans and Animals: A Comprehensive Insight

Dr. Monica Lozano will discuss how the emotions, the mind, and the energy create and unite relationship between humans and animals. This lecture will discuss the different ways in which we connect with animals beyond a physical interaction.

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Other resources and presentations:

We invite you to check out some of our presentations & resources that we hope will give you more background information on the contributing organizations, our collective missions & philosophies.

Cultivate Wellbeing | a co-working ecosystem for medical entrepreneurs

• Community Events - Bulletin Board

• Prep Pets for Evacuation

• Psychological Resilience through Nutrition

• Unleash Healing Energies: ECS Support & Healing Touch

• Medical Cannabis Education for Veterinary Professionals

Care for the Healer | advocating for the wellbeing of Healers

One Health Discovery Series

• Who is here to help? | The Veterinary Social Worker

• Exploring the evolutionary, developmental & therapeutic effects of MDMA in animals

• Past, Present, & Future of Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy in Humans & Animals

• Ketamine-Assisted Therapy for Chronic Pain & Depression

Podcast

• This series strives to create conversation related to veterinary medicine & wellbeing.

• Bringing in guests with a variety of perspectives, we hope to introduce new methods, skills & theory that will help practitioners with their own journey towards personal wellbeing.

GoodSense with Dr. Josh Good

• Drago, the canine Veteran

• How Psychedelics changed my relationship with myself

VeterinaryPsy | psychedelic medicine for animals

• Psychedelics & Veterinary Medicine | Welcome

• Animals & Psychedelics

• Emerging Psychedelic Law…what about veterinary practitioners?

• Psychedelic Festival Attendance

• Animal Awareness, Natural Medicine Division Listening Sessions

• Harm Reduction for Pet Owners

• Psychedelic Exposure Survey

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Thank you for your commitment to advancing animal wellbeing & planetary health, and we welcome you to the World Congress on Planetary Health!

Warm regards,

The Organizing Committee 💕

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