Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
The benefits of incorporating the One Health concept into the organisation of Veterinary Services.
- Journal:
- Revue scientifique et technique (International Office of Epizootics)
- Year:
- 2014
- Authors:
- Videla, O E & Urzua, J O
Plain-English summary
This article looks at how adopting the One Health approach, which recognizes the connection between human, animal, and environmental health, can improve veterinary services in a country. It highlights the need for better organization within veterinary agencies, stronger collaboration between different health sectors, and enhanced training for veterinarians. The article also emphasizes the importance of understanding population trends to help control and prevent diseases. Overall, it aims to guide veterinary services in effectively integrating the One Health concept into their work.
Abstract
This article analyses the potential benefits of disseminating and implementing the One Health concept at the country level. It explores the need to improve administrative structures, organise inter-agency relationships, build the capacity of the veterinary profession and mainstream the issues of environment and climate change. It also stresses the importance of demographic analysis in disease control and prevention. This article contributes to the discussion by Veterinary Services on how to mainstream the One Health concept.
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