One Health Publications

CDC Debuts Plan to Protect Humans & Animals From Shared Health Threats

January 15, 2025

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

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National One Health Framework Launched to Tackle Zoonotic Diseases

January 14, 2025

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.  …”

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Knowledge, attitude, and practice of One Health and zoonotic diseases among multisectoral collaborators in Bhutan: Results from a nationwide survey | PLOS Global Public Health

January 12, 2025

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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U.S. One Health Coordinating Unit (OHCU) Webinar Series – One Health Awareness Month

January 11, 2025

This message is shared by the One Health Commission (OHC), a US based 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, E.I.N. 27-0799294, working locally, nationally, and globally to ‘Connect, Create, and Educate’ about One Health and One Health issues. The OHC works to connect the international One Health Community, leads global One Health Day, shares a monthly One Health Happenings newsletter and supports One Health groups and initiatives around the world in any way it can. See more of what we do.

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How Quantum Computing Could Advance One Health

January 9, 2025

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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Chula Researchers Join RUN—One Health Research Conference – Chulalongkorn University

January 9, 2025

Chulalongkorn University

Phayathai Road, Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330 Thailand

Tel: +66 2218 2000

Email: int.off@chula.ac.th

Chula Researchers Join Brainstorming and Experience Sharing at the Research University Network (RUN) One Health Research Group Conference on Emerging and Re-Emerging Diseases 

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A One-Health Review of Vector-Borne Zoonotic Diseases in Veterinary Workers and Animal Owners

January 8, 2025

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

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One health assessment of farmers’ knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAPs) on zoonoses in Bangladesh | Scientific Reports

January 8, 2025

“… 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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Responding to Rift Valley fever outbreak protects human and animal health – FHI 360

January 7, 2025

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FHI 360

“… 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.”

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) logo is a trademark owned by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and is used with permission. Use of the CDC logo is not an endorsement by HHS or CDC of any enterprise, or its products or services. Any views expressed are those of the owners of the materials and do not necessarily represent the views or policies of HHS or CDC. …”

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HZI | The Helmholtz Institute for One Health is looking for eine_n Institutsseketär_in as soon as possible.

January 4, 2025

“The Helmholtz Institute for One Health (HIOH) is looking for eine_n Institutsseketär_in as soon as possible.

 

The Helmholtz Institute for One Health (HIOH) Greifswald is a site of the Helmholtz Centre for Infection Research (HZI). Here, the connections between the health of humans, animals and their environment are researched. Our goal is to better understand zoonotic diseases, antimicrobial resistance and the evolution of pathogens and thus contribute to the prevention of pandemics. Founded in 2021 with its international and interdisciplinary teams in a total of five research groups, the institute is a beacon for innovative One Health research in one of the most beautiful regions of Germany, directly on the Baltic Sea.

 

As a Sekretär_in, you will support the Institute Director Prof. Dr. Fabian Leendertz and the scientific consultants. On the other hand, you will take on tasks in the area of organization of the entire institute and work closely with the scientific and administrative departments at the HIOH. You are part of an international team. Enjoyment of communicating and interacting with international guests is very important to you and will be lived by you. You like to take on the challenge of getting involved in the varied and dynamic everyday work at HIOH and working in a team- and solution-oriented manner. …”

 

Contact:

Prof. Dr. Fabian Leendertz

Ecology and Origin of Zoonoses

03834-3916-101  Email  Learn more

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Parameters for one health genomic surveillance of Escherichia coli from Australia | Nature Communications

January 3, 2025

Watt, A.E., Cummins, M.L., Donato, C.M. et al. Parameters for one health genomic surveillance of Escherichia coli from Australia. Nat Commun 16, 17 (2025). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41467-024-55103-2

 

Abstract

Genomics is a cornerstone of modern pathogen epidemiology yet demonstrating transmission in a One Health context is challenging, as strains circulate and evolve within and between diverse hosts and environments. …”

 

“… Introduction

Understanding the complexity of microbial transmission networks from a One Health perspective has become a priority because of their relevance for the study and management of infectious disease and antimicrobial resistance (AMR)1. The formation of the One Health High-Level Expert Panel (OHHLEP) in 20212, comprising the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH), the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), and the World Health Organisation (WHO), signals the need for urgent adoption of One Health principles by public health and research initiatives. …”

 

“… Over the last decade genomic surveillance has become a common tool for investigating human pathogens and outbreaks1,14,15,16, while the WHO’s Tricycle project is a key example of a multisectoral surveillance initiative focussed on Extended-Spectrum Beta-Lactamase (ESBL) carrying Escherichia coli17.  …”

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