One Health Flashcards
Define “One Health”
The idea that the health of people is connected to the health of animals and our shared enviroment.
Define “pathogen”
An organism with the potential to cause disease
Define “virulence”
A pathogen’s ability to cause disease
Define “zoonotic disease”
A disease that can be transmitted from animals to humans
Define “resistance”
After treatment, bacteria that survive are resistant and multiply within the host
What factors affect disease?
Global warming, pathogen mutation, non-infectious causes of disease, intensive animal operations, phamacologically induced
Why “One Health”?
To prevent, predict, and respond to global health events. Approximately 60% of disease are from animal origin. 70% of new emerging diseases are of animal origin
Human vs Vet Med
- not all conditions are treated equally
- both have responsibilities with antimicrobial resistance
- a lot of the same diseases
- collaboration necessary
Why is the Human/Animal Bond Important?
- mental health
- necessary for independence
- an avenue to explore human health
- chance to educate
What is the effect of “human populations growing and expanding into new geographic areas”?
More people live in close contact with wild and domesti animals. Close contact provides more opportunities for diseases to pass between animals and people.
What is the effect of “the earth having experienced changes in climate and land use, such as deforestation and intensive farming practices”?
Disruptions in environmental conditions and habitats provide new opportunities for diseases to pass to animals
What is the effect of “international travel and trade having increased”?
Diseases can spread quickly across the globe
What does One Health help with?
- providinng education/resources
- linking collaborators from different sectors
- disease surveillance: prevent disease outbreaks/minimize risk
- focus on social and cultural aspects of health
