One Health

What is One Health, and why is it important? 

One Health is a collaborative, multisectoral, and transdisciplinary approach with the goal of achieving optimal health outcomes that recognize the interconnection between people, animals, plants, and their shared environment. This approach addresses complex health issues, such as zoonotic diseases, emerging infectious diseases, antimicrobial resistance, and threats to ecosystems.  The importance of One Health lies in its ability to foster effective communication and cooperation across various sectors, ultimately enhancing public health preparedness and resilience. By implementing this approach, we can better address health inequities, swiftly respond to potential outbreaks, and manage shared challenges such as environmental degradation and biodiversity loss. One Health promotes sustainable solutions and strengthens the capacity to tackle health threats at local, national, and global levels, making it essential for the health of all species and ecosystems upon which we depend.  For more information, see the CDC About One Health site and the USDA One Health site.
 

 

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