8th ESDA Days

The European Society of Dirofilariosis and Angiostrongylosis (ESDA) is dedicated to educating the scientific community on the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and public health risks associated with Dirofilaria immitis, Dirofilaria repens and Angiostrongylus vasorum in both animals and humans. ESDA holds a tri-annual scientific meeting, the “ESDA Days”, where the latest advancements in the field are shared. The objectives of ESDA days are closely aligned with the European Veterinary Parasitology College (EVPC) mission which is to advance the field of Veterinary Parasitology and to promote a high standard of education.

For 2025, ESDA will join forces with the EVPC, organising a common event namely the 8th ESDA Days - 2025 Annual EVPC Scientific Meeting, 22-24 of May, in Thessaloniki, Greece.

This joint event represents a unique opportunity for students, veterinary practitioners, researchers, and academics to share state-of-the-art advancements in epidemiology, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of parasites relevant to the veterinary and medical communities. Our aim is that this year’s event will become a meeting point for the scientific community, including young scientists, who will be the future members of ESDA and EVPC.

The venue for this meeting will be in Thessaloniki at the Aristotle University’s Research Dissemination Center, strategically located close to the city centre. Thessaloniki is the second biggest city in Greece, build around Thermaikos Gulf with high touristic activity. In close proximity to the meeting venue, there are various possibilities for accommodation, restaurants, bars and other facilities.  There will also be an opportunity to attend online.

This meeting will hopefully serve as an engaging forum, fostering improvement and advancement in the health of both pets and humans.

https://esda2025.gr/