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Following the announced launch of the National One Health Framework, the incoming Trump Administration could create an Office of the One Health Coordinator in the White House to ensure its effective implementation

January 16, 2025 in Environment, Health, Politics & Foreign Affairs, Pollution

                                                                 The U.S. White House

The new framework navigates health threats shared between people and animals, such as COVID-19 and bird flu.

January 13, 2025

“In a groundbreaking collaborative effort, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), and the Department of the Interior (DOI) have announced the launch of the National One Health Framework. This initiative marks the first unified approach to address zoonotic diseases and enhance public health preparedness across the United States.

The One Health Framework is designed to improve the health of humans, animals, and the environment by acknowledging and leveraging the interconnections among these sectors. The approach aims to address health threats that humans and animals share, including diseases like COVID-19, mpox, avian influenza, and Ebola.  …”

Rai BD, Tenzin T, Tshering D, Dahal N, Tessema GA, Fritschi L, et al. (2025) Knowledge, attitude, and practice of One Health and zoonotic diseases among multisectoral collaborators in Bhutan: Results from a nationwide survey. PLOS Glob Public Health 5(1): e0004142. https://doi.org/ 10.1371/ journal.pgph.0004142

Abstract

“The One Health [OH] concept is increasingly employed to combat zoonotic diseases. This study assessed the knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding One Health and zoonotic diseases among key sector professionals to identify gaps and opportunities for enhancing One Health strategies in Bhutan.  …

… Targeted educational interventions, enhanced communication, strengthened collaboration, expanded research, and improved funding are essential for improving One Health approaches and zoonotic disease prevention and control in Bhutan. Our study findings provide valuable insights that can inform global efforts to enhance One Health systems, particularly in regions where resources are limited but disease risks are significant.”

Conclusion

“Our study found that at least half of the respondents possess above-average knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding OH, and zoonotic diseases. However, it also highlighted gaps in training, communication, funding, research, awareness, and cross-sectoral collaboration. To address these gaps effectively, we have proposed targeted and practical recommendations. Implementing these recommendations has the potential to significantly strengthen OH practices in Bhutan and serve as a framework for addressing similar challenges in other low- and middle-income countries, thereby contributing to global health security.”

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The United Nations has proclaimed 2025 the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ), and One Health should be part of the IYQ agenda

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Submitted to One Health Initiative website by:

VIRGINIE GOFFAUX, DVM

Director of Medical Education · Medical Affairs · External Relations Manager · Education Professional · Training Consultant

Braine-l’Alleud, Belgium – Email: virginiemgoffaux@gmail.com

Geert Paes, DVM, Dipl. ECVIM-CA, Online Vet Training

Port Moody, British Columbia, Canada

Kenny De Meirleir, MD, PhD, FACP, Himmunitas

Brussels, Belgium and the Whittemore Peterson Institute, Reno, Nevada (USA)

SEE: https://onehealthinitiative.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Vector-Borne-Disease_Veterinary-Workers.pdf

Abstract:
This review examines the link between chronic diseases and vector-borne zoonotic infections
among veterinary workers and animal owners. It addresses occupational risks, transmission
dynamics, and the growing burden of zoonotic diseases within the One Health framework.
Key insights include increased risk factors, diagnostic challenges, and the importance of
interdisciplinary collaboration to combat these threats. The review underscores the need to
integrate human and animal health strategies to protect professionals and the public from
zoonotic diseases.

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One Health Initiative Autonomous pro bono Team:

Laura H. Kahn, MD, MPH, MPP ▪ Bruce Kaplan, DVM ▪ Thomas P. Monath, MD ▪ *Lisa A. Conti, DVM, MPH ▪ Thomas M. Yuill, PhD ▪ Helena J. Chapman, MD, MPH, PhD ▪ Craig N. Carter, DVM, PhD ▪ Becky Barrentine, MBA ▪ Richard Seifman, JD, MBA

*Deceased November 6, 2020

“… The study emphasizes the need for targeted educational programs and a collaborative One Health approach to improve zoonotic disease control, particularly among less educated farmers, to enhance public health and economic outcomes. …”

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“… One world, One Health

The response to Marsabit County’s Rift Valley fever outbreak took a One Health approach, defined by the CDC as recognizing “that the health of people is closely connected to the health of animals and our shared environment.”

As the climate crisis causes more spread of disease, animal-transmitted diseases are expected to increase and enter new geographic areas.

“The investigation in Marsabit County illustrates the importance of collaboration between the animal health sector and the human health sector,” says Mungai Ndung’u, country representative for Kenya on FHI 360’s global health security team. “Continuing to support these types of investigations will strengthen the One Health approach worldwide.”

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