One Health and Global Health Security: Bridging Human, Animal and Environmental Health

The One Health concept emphasizes the interconnected relationship between human, animal, and environmental health. The growing incidence of zoonotic diseases, the emergence of antimicrobial resistance, concerns regarding food safety, and the impacts of climate change underscore the importance of adopting coordinated and multidisciplinary health management strategies. Human activities such as urbanization, deforestation, intensive farming, and global trade have increased the risk of disease emergence and spread. One Health promotes collaboration among medical, veterinary, and environmental professionals to improve disease prevention, surveillance, and response. However, challenges such as limited data sharing, weak coordination, and lack of trained workforce hinder effective implementation. Strengthening interdisciplinary cooperation and global policies is essential to improve health security and ensure sustainable development for future generations.