One Health Publications

Scientists at Hebrew University of Jerusalem’s Koret School of Veterinary Medicine say drug-resistant bacteria may cause a greater chance of blindness in 10 years; study calls for smarter antibiotic use

“… One Health: Humans, animals, and a shared environment

Sebbag said that his approach to eye infections is part of a holistic strategy known as the global “One Health” framework, which states that human health, animal health, and the shared environment are deeply interconnected. …”

Deborah Thomson, DVM, representing the World Veterinary Association [https://worldvet.org/] is 

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IMPAKTER Magazine Leads World Press RE: “One Health concept/approach” – One Health Initiative – One Health Initiative

Sharing news gathered early April – mid June.

• The work demonstrates the power of a One Health perspective in which discoveries in animal models can help advance human medicine and ultimately improve care for animal patients.

“COVID-19 vaccination has substantially altered the course of the pandemic, saving tens of millions of lives globally. However, inadequate access to vaccines in low-income countries has limited the impact in these settings, reinforcing the need for global vaccine equity and coverage.”

News Release 23-Jun-2026

Antibiotic resistance threatens vision in pets and horses, new veterinary review warns

Peer-Reviewed Publication

The Hebrew University of Jerusalem

“… Beyond the immediate clinical implications, the review places antibiotic-resistant eye infections within a broader One Health framework. Some bacterial species commonly found in animal eye infections have recognized zoonotic potential, meaning they can be transmitted between animals and humans. The authors note that veterinary clinics, equipment, and even households can serve as environments where resistant organisms circulate, highlighting the importance of rigorous hygiene and infection-control practices. …”

“ … Nikos Thomaidis, Deputy Chair of the University’s Governing Council, Professor in the Department of Chemistry, and Academic Director of the programme, presented its structure and academic philosophy in detail. He emphasised that the One Health approach recognises the interdependence among human health, the environment and ecosystems, and provides a framework for addressing contemporary global public health challenges. …”

Abstract

We report a case of autochthonous Taenia saginata infection in Timor-Leste. Screening of 1,121 schoolchildren revealed a 0.4% prevalence of human taeniasis. Genetic analysis of the mitochondrial cox1 gene identified group A lineage. Our findings fill a considerable geographic data gap and highlight the need for integrated One Health control strategies.