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A special issue of Pathogens (ISSN 2076-0817).

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      A plea for sanity

“The One Health Approach can be defined as “the collaborative efforts of multiple disciplines working locally, nationally, and globally to attain optimal health for people, animals, plants and our environment,” which will “help protect and/or save untold millions of lives in our generation and for those to come.”

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Abstract

One Health approach is a concept which provides a comprehensive framework to address the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health in tackling global health challenges. It emphasizes the urgent need for a multidisciplinary approach to effectively address emerging infectious diseases, antimicrobial resistance, and environmental degradation. The article highlights the importance of collaboration, communication, and coordination among diverse stakeholders as well as the integration of human and animal healthcare systems. It emphasizes the significance of sharing data, expertise, and resources to enhance disease surveillance and rapid response. The transformative potential of One Health in addressing global health issues and creating a resilient future is underscored. This article provides valuable insights for researchers, policymakers, and healthcare professionals, emphasizing the integration of disciplines to safeguard health and the environment.

Indian Journal of Community Medicine 49(2):p 260-263, Mar–Apr 2024. | DOI: 10.4103/ijcm.ijcm_521_23

SWE-Joint-One-Health-Country-Visit-Final-Report-2024.pdf

Conclusions

Results from this investigation reinforce the importance of obtaining a chronological and comprehensive medical history, including animal and arthropod exposures, and travel history for both people and their pets. A One Health outbreak investigation approach should ensure a more holistic understanding of disease transmission risks among animals and human patients, whereby investigational results could potentially contribute to better patient outcomes or improved prevention strategies. To achieve this objective, both strategically designed infrastructure and financial support of One Health investigational approaches are needed.

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McGill University

Avian influenza viruses pose an increasing threat, with the potential to adapt to humans and trigger future pandemics. Employing a One Health approach, the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) have issued scientific advice that assesses avian influenza virus mutations and the potential of these viruses to spread to humans, along with recommendations for the animal and public health sectors. The work of the two Agencies draws on extensive data, including genetic analyses, human case studies, and antibody presence to outline current risks and mitigation strategies.

The report should assist in developing guidance documents to facilitate coordinated One Health investigations and the management of outbreaks in humans and animals caused by zoonotic avian influenza viruses.