Human leptospirosis under-ascertainment return results discussion
Thursday 13 November 2025
6.30PM: Drinks, Subway & mingling | 7.00PM: Talk commences
New Plymouth District Vet Group, 235 Devon Street East, New Plymouth
Description
Massey University recently completed an 18-month study (2023–2025) investigating the under-ascertainment of human leptospirosis in Taranaki.
This important research was made possible thanks to the generous support of local veterinarians.
We invite you to join us for an evening event to discuss and share the study’s findings.
Speaker
Jackie Benshop
Jackie is a veterinarian and epidemiologist researching disease at the human-animal-environment interface - particularly leptospirosis, Salmonella and Campylobacter spp epidemiology and antimicrobial resistance. Jackie co-directs an inter-disciplinary research group which uses and develops cutting edge tools to answer questions about attribution and transmission of infectious disease. The theme that runs through Jackie's present research is engagement across disciplines and with stakeholders and communities to deepen her understanding of the need for research on infectious diseases.
Cost
NZVA & NZVNA: Complimentary
Non-members: $25.00
Contact
Ata Snow
Events Coordinator
P 04 831 1385
E ata.snow@vets.org.nz