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Overview
Dr. Huntley interviews Jesse Hekmati, a public health entrepreneur specializing in One Health. Jesse's business, Small Ruminant Solutions, focuses on educating and raising awareness about zoonotic diseases that can be transmitted between animals and humans, particularly in the sheep and goat industry. She also helps farmers develop biosecurity plans and implement preventive measures to minimize disease spread. Jesse discusses her journey into public health and entrepreneurship, the importance of prevention, and the challenges and rewards of consulting and entrepreneurship.
Meet Jessi Hekmati
Jessi Hekmati was born and raised in Arizona. She graduated from Arizona State University with her BS in Health Promotion and completed her master’s in public health emphasizing in Epidemiology. It was during her practicum experience that she found her passion in One Health and its collaborative approach in the connection between the health of people, animals, and their shared environment. She recently started a company called Small Ruminant Solutions that specializes in biosecurity practices and education on zoonotic disease prevention in sheep and goats. In addition, she is working to develop further comprehensive strategies that tackle Q Fever, specifically a preventative vaccine for small ruminants.
Takeaways
One Health is an important concept in public health that emphasizes the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health.
Zoonotic diseases, which can be transmitted between animals and humans, are a significant concern in the agriculture community.
Educating farmers and raising awareness about zoonotic diseases is crucial for preventing disease outbreaks and protecting public health.
Developing biosecurity plans and implementing preventive measures can help minimize the spread of diseases in the livestock industry.
Consulting and entrepreneurship offer opportunities for creativity, personal fulfillment, and making a positive impact, but they also come with uncertainties and challenges.
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