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One Health

One Health is an integrated, unifying approach that aims to sustainably balance and optimize the health of people, animals, and ecosystems by recognizing the interdependence of these domains.

Why it matters

  • Addresses the rising threat of zoonotic diseases by managing the interface between human activity, wildlife, and domestic animals.
  • Promotes interdisciplinary collaboration to tackle antimicrobial resistance, food safety, and environmental degradation.
  • Enhances pandemic preparedness through early detection systems that monitor health indicators across species and environments.

How it is asked

Focus on the shift from siloed health governance to a holistic framework, emphasizing the role of inter-departmental coordination and the inclusion of environmental health in public health policy.