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Ontario Veterinary College | University of Guelph

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Volume 12, No. 1, Released January 25, 2025

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“… One Health approach will also be vital for addressing India’s interconnected health of humans, animals, and the environment.

The research underscores the critical connection between human health, animal health, and the environment. By understanding the role of animals in transmitting diseases, taking proactive steps, improving our understanding, and implementing effective measures, we can prevent the spread of zoonotic diseases and the potential of another global pandemic, bringing the world to a standstill.”

Nipah virus (NiV), has shown itself to be an emerging zoonotic virus which may yet have severe human health implications. It has attracted attention due to its high fatality rates and growing potential for human-to-human transmission and so poses an emerging threat to global public health. 

January 22, 2025

The College of Behavioral, Social and Health Sciences (CBSHS) will lead curriculum development for Clemson University’s collaborative One Health initiative beginning with a strategic new hire in the Department of Public Health Sciences.

January 20, 2025

by Canadian Medical Association Journal

“… The authors urge clinicians with patients from the Arctic to apply a holistic perspective, respecting Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, a term that describes Inuit Traditional Knowledge, combined with the One Health principle. One Health asserts that diseases in humans are influenced by the interaction between humans, nature, and the animal world. …”

“… The importance of the One Health approach in addressing Nipah virus cannot be overstated. Efforts to prevent outbreaks must focus on monitoring bat populations, improving surveillance systems, and raising public awareness. Educating the public about the risks of consuming raw date palm sap and encouraging boiling the sap before consumption can significantly reduce the risk of infection. …”

“… Pharmaceutical manufacturing is a key component of Purdue’s One Health initiative, which advances knowledge and innovation related to animal, human and environmental health and well-being through novel interdisciplinary research and industry partnerships. …”

“… Widespread Beta-Lactamase Resistance Genes Pose Growing Threat Across One Health Domains in the US

A comprehensive review of research highlights the widespread distribution of beta-lactamase resistance genes, such as blaCTX-M-15 and blaCMY-2, across human, animal, and environmental sources in the U.S., underscoring the role of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in public health. The study, which analyzed 335 articles, found significant variation in the prevalence of these genes, with human samples exhibiting the highest rates. The findings emphasize the need for integrated AMR surveillance across the One Health continuum, particularly to address the spread of resistant strains like E. coli sequence type ST131, which is linked to the critical third-generation cephalosporin resistance. The study advocates for targeted surveillance efforts to manage and mitigate the risks associated with these resistance genes in both human and animal health. …”