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Asian elephants worldwide suffer from a deadly disease called EEHV. Currently, there is no cure and many young elephants sadly die of the disease.

But there is hope. Chester Zoo and their partners are leading the way in developing a vaccine, which could help save the species. Last year, Chester Zoo was the first to begin a pilot study for the vaccine, with promising results.

WE’RE MAKING HISTORIC PROGRESS, BUT THERE’S MORE WORK TO BE DONE.

By getting sponsored for your Run for Nature challenge this September, you’ll be making a huge difference in the fight against EEHV. Every penny you raise will go straight towards the next phase of development for the vaccine, with the end goal of protecting this magnificent species worldwide.

SUPPORT OUR INCREDIBLE RESEARCH BY FUNDRAISING

Fundraising is easy. All you need to do is activate your fundraising page using the link in your registration email, add some personal details and share with family and friends.

THANKS TO YOUR AMAZING SUPPORT SO FAR…

 

Working with our partners, we’ve completed our first phase of the vaccine study and are fundraising to start the next phase. As a result of our research into treatments, we also managed to save our 3 year old calf, Indali Hi-Way from this disease.

 

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