Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
One Health in NSW: coordination of human and animal health sector management of zoonoses of public health significance.
- Journal:
- New South Wales public health bulletin
- Year:
- 2011
- Authors:
- Adamson, Sheena et al.
- Affiliation:
- NSW Department of Health. sheena.adamson@doh.health.nsw.gov.au
Plain-English summary
In New South Wales, there is a coordinated effort between human and animal health sectors to manage diseases that can spread between animals and people, known as zoonoses. These diseases can come from wildlife, farm animals, or pets and can be related to food, viruses, or newly emerging threats. The approach includes agreed-upon procedures for detecting and responding to these diseases, systems for monitoring known and new illnesses, and regular meetings to keep everyone updated on response plans. This teamwork helps ensure that both human and animal health needs are taken care of effectively. Overall, this One Health approach has proven to be effective in managing these public health concerns.
Abstract
Zoonoses of public health significance may occur in wildlife, livestock or companion animals, and may be detected by the human or animal health sectors. Of particular public health interest are foodborne, arboviral and emerging zoonoses (known/unknown, endemic/exotic). A coordinated One Health approach to the management of zoonoses in NSW uses measures including: mutually agreed intersectoral procedures for detection and response; surveillance and notification systems for defined endemic and exotic diseases; joint meetings and exercises to ensure currency of response plans; and intersectoral communication during a response. This One Health approach is effective and ensures the interests of both the human health and animal health sectors are addressed.
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