The Executive Director of the Bulgarian Food Safety Agency (BFSA), Dr. Kalina Milusheva, congratulated veterinarians and specialists on their professional holiday - Veterinary Medicine Specialist Day, which is celebrated today, December 14th.
“Dear colleagues, on December 14th we celebrate Veterinary Medicine Specialist Day – a day dedicated to one of the most responsible and significant professions in society. As part of the guild and your colleague, it is an honor for me to congratulate you on the work, dedication and high standards you uphold every day,” reads the congratulatory address, published on the official website of the BFSA.
“Our work is behind the protection of animal health, the sustainable development of animal husbandry and the stability of the food chain. With professionalism, competence and commitment, you contribute daily to the biosecurity of the country and to the protection of public health,” Milusheva points out.
According to her, in recent years the veterinary medical profession has faced a number of challenges – from the spread of economically significant diseases to the need for constant adaptation to new scientific requirements and regulations.
"Despite this, thanks to your consistency, professional training and responsibility, Bulgaria manages to maintain high standards in the field of animal healthcare and food safety," Milusheva writes.
"I express my respect and gratitude to each of you – whether you work in the public sector, in practice, in scientific circles, in food control or in industry. Each of your contributions is an important part of the overall success of our profession. I am convinced that in the future, through our joint efforts and professional unity, we will continue to develop veterinary medical activities and to affirm its key place in society. Happy holiday!" reads the congratulatory address.
Kalina Milusheva has held the position of Executive Director of the Bulgarian Food Safety Agency since the end of November this year, BTA recalls. She holds two master's degrees - in veterinary medicine and in sanitary microbiology and food safety, completed at the Trakia University - Stara Zagora.