The Laurent Project, a unique initiative in Canada, was born from a touching and inspiring story – the story of Laurent, a 10-year-old boy with cancer and his dog Sushi, a precious source of comfort during his treatments. However, in certain situations, pets are considered a possible health risk for immunocompromised individuals due to the potential for zoonotic infections.
Faced with a lack of data on the risks for immunocompromised individuals, Laurent’s mother Hélène, a veterinarian, initiated this project with the University of Montreal. The project brings together experts to enable vulnerable individuals to live safely with their pets.
The Laurent Project seeks to enable immunosuppressed patients to keep their pets in complete safety, drawing on sound scientific data to minimize the risk of infection while maximizing the psychological and emotional benefits of pet ownership.
For more information, please visit their website : www.projetlaurent.org.
