The Government of Japan has contributed USD 1.5 million to support a joint initiative by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and FAO to boost health security in Viet Nam’s border provinces. 

Veterinarians from Nepal have successfully completed the country’s first basic Field Epidemiology Training Programme for Veterinarians (FETPV), gaining essential skills to support the prevention, detection and response to animal disease outbreaks.

The Regional One Health Coordination Mechanism for Europe consolidates cooperation between FAO, UNEP, WHO and WOAH, helping countries of Europe and Central Asia address a wide range of issues through the One Health concept, within the human-animal-environment interface.

The FAO Global Conference on Animal Health Innovation, Reference Centres, and Vaccines convened experts and stakeholders to explore advancements in animal health, emphasizing the importance of innovation and collaboration.

As global leaders in human, animal, plant and ecosystem health, the Quadripartite collaboration reaffirms its unwavering commitment to advancing the One Health approach.

Ensuring sustainable access to safe water and sanitation, achieving sustainable water management, and preventing or reducing pollution, scarcity and flooding events are major global challenges.

FAO issues an urgent call to action in response to the unprecedented global spread of H5N1 highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). FAO emphasizes the necessity for enhanced biosecurity, vigilant monitoring, rapid-response mechanisms, and effective risk communication to protect the poultry sector and the livelihoods dependent on it.

This webinar series creates a collaborative space where countries and institutions can exchange experiences, discuss challenges, and identify practical solutions to enhance pandemic prevention and response.

Bosnia and Herzegovina is advancing sustainable development through the One Health approach to tackle pressing challenges like zoonotic diseases and antimicrobial resistance.

Zoonotic diseases are infectious diseases that can be spread between animals and humans. They include diseases that can be transmitted through various routes, such as water, contaminated objects, or vectors.

Increasing demand for livestock-based products means a growing demand for primary animal health services. Veterinary paraprofessionals (VPP) and community animal health workers can play a vital role by providing services to boost livestock health and productivity.

The concept of One Health is based on the recognition that the health of people, animals and ecosystems are closely interrelated, and FAO promotes this approach as part of agrifood system transformation.

Integrating One Health into agrifood systems offers a powerful pathway to a healthier and more sustainable future. This article explores the EU's vision for One Health governance and the FAO's role in making this vision a reality.  

Ethiopia’s efforts to establish a robust AMR surveillance system, which aligns with the One Health approach, have faced challenges, yet present notable opportunities for integration and improvement. 

FAO and CEFAS, through the One Food for One Health initiative, convened a three-day workshop at FAO headquarters to enhance global multi-hazard monitoring and early warning systems in agrifood systems. 

The Pandemic Fund has announced its third Call for Proposals, with an envelope of USD 500 million to enhance pandemic preparedness and response with a focus in low- and middle-income countries.

The One Health approach emphasizes the interconnected health of humans, animals, and ecosystems. By fostering collaboration across sectors like agriculture, healthcare, and environmental management, One Health aims to tackle complex global health challenges, such as emerging diseases, through integrated solutions.

Interview with Temarama Anguna-Kamana, the incoming CPM Bureau Representative for the Southwest Pacific, is a key advocate for One Health and capacity development in the region. 

The One Health approach continues to gain traction. In 2024, key advancements were made in addressing pressing global health challenges.

Food safety is critical to global health, impacting the well-being of humans, animals, and ecosystems. A One Health approach, which connects human, animal, and environmental health, offers a comprehensive framework to tackle food safety challenges holistically.