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Former World Bank senior health advisor, Richard Seifman, JD, MBA, examines global response efforts and the changing role of the United States in outbreak containment

A 37-year analysis of animal specimen testing, geographic distribution, and seasonal patterns · 1989–2026

“We recognize the importance of the One Health approach, which is why we work in coordination with health and environmental institutions, as well as community leaders. In the case of yellow fever, this allows us to detect reports of monkey deaths or signs of disease early and prevent transmission to people,” explained Karl Poog, wildlife specialist at Peru’s National Forest and Wildlife Service (SERFOR).

Statement

For immediate release: May 23, 2026

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The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) expanded enhanced public health entry screening for Ebola to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport effective May 22, 2026, at 11:59 PM Eastern Daylight Time. This is in addition to screening currently happening at Washington-Dulles International Airport that started at 11:59 PM on May 20, 2026.

Hartsfield-Jackson previously conducted enhanced public health entry screening and has established operational procedures in place. Enhanced public health entry screening is one component of CDC’s layered public health approach, which also includes overseas exit screening, airline illness reporting, and post-arrival public health monitoring.

Abstract

The most challenging societal needs of the 21st century involve improving the health and well-being of humans, animals, and plants as well as enhancing the resilience and sustainability of environmental, agricultural, and ecological systems. All are threatened by complex factors, mostly driven by human activities on a global scale. Veterinarians have a responsibility and obligation to prevent diseases, optimize health, and mitigate risk in these broad domains; the need has never been greater. Without transformational changes and a new commitment to a broader mandate, a One Health mandate, the profession’s future relevance, and impact on society will be greatly diminished.