One Health as a Strategy: Our Institute Joins the NSRA Seminar in Lviv

On June 24–26, 2025, a seminar on the National Strategic Risk Assessment (NSRA) was held in Lviv. The event was organized by the Public Health Center of the Ministry of Health of Ukraine with the support of the World Health Organization (WHO) Country Office in Ukraine.

The State Scientific Research Control Institute of Veterinary Medicinal Products and Feed Additives (SCIVP) was represented by Ihor Mykhailovych Kushnir, Head of the Laboratory for Bacteriological Control of Quality and Safety of Veterinary Medicinal Products. Participation in this seminar was an important step toward strengthening interagency cooperation in the assessment of biological threats that may impact human, animal, and environmental health.

The seminar program included a comprehensive evaluation of existing risks, analysis of potential threats within the “One Health” framework, and identification of priority areas for coordinated response. In preparation for the event, participants took part in an online meeting focused on the preliminary prioritization of biological threats.

The participation of our Institute’s specialist in this seminar contributes to the integration of veterinary expertise into the national strategic risk assessment process and fosters cross-sectoral collaboration in public health and safety.

Representatives of the State Scientific-Research Control Institute of Veterinary Medicinal Products and Feed Additives Participate in the 92nd General Session of WOAH in Paris

On May 26–30, 2025, the 92nd General Session of the World Assembly of Delegates of the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) is taking place in Paris. This is a key annual event in the field of veterinary medicine and global cooperation on animal health and biosecurity.

The Ukrainian delegation is headed by the Chairman of the State Service of Ukraine on Food Safety and Consumer Protection, Serhii Tkachuk, and his Deputy, Volodymyr Kursturov. Among the delegates are Volodymyr Stybel, Director of the State Scientific-Research Control Institute of Veterinary Medicinal Products and Feed Additives, and Yurii Kosenko, Deputy Director for International Relations.

The WOAH General Session brings together official delegates from member countries, representatives of international organizations, veterinary professionals, and scientists to discuss current challenges in animal health, infectious disease control, food safety, and scientific approaches to monitoring and prevention of zoonotic diseases.

As part of the event, the Ukrainian delegation held a series of bilateral meetings with representatives of the competent authorities of Canada, the Sultanate of Oman, Hungary, Lithuania, Poland, Moldiva, Turkey, Romania. The discussions focused on expanding exports of Ukrainian products, harmonizing veterinary certificates, improving control procedures, and enhancing cooperation within the framework of European integration. A separate meeting was also held with the Deputy Head of the WOAH Scientific Department to discuss the development and application of various vaccines, including those targeting African swine fever (ASF).

The participation of the Institute’s representatives in such a high-level event contributes to international cooperation in veterinary science and practice, fosters the development of professional and scientific connections, promotes awareness of modern approaches to biosecurity, and supports the integration of Ukrainian scientific institutions into the global professional community.

Vyshyvanka Day: A Tradition That Unites Hearts

On May 15, our institute hosted a warm and heartfelt event — the celebration of Vyshyvanka Day.
For every Ukrainian, this is more than just a date on the calendar — it is an annual reminder of our identity, culture, and the strength that is born from unity.

In these challenging times, we came together to demonstrate our unity, love for Ukraine, and unbreakable spirit — all dressed in vyshyvankas, each one with its own unique character.
Some wore traditional shirts, others chose modern interpretations, and some simply brought a good mood and a small embroidered accessory. But the most important thing — we were together.

We are deeply grateful to the Ukrainian defenders for giving us the opportunity to live, work, celebrate, and preserve our traditions — even in the most difficult of times.

Today, we didn’t just wear embroidered shirts — we honored our history, our memory, the strength of our heritage, and our love for the homeland.

May the vyshyvanka always remain not only a piece of clothing, but a symbol of the inner dignity and resilience of the Ukrainian people.

Glory to Ukraine!
Together — to Victory!