Implementing a one health approach to strengthen the management of zoonoses in Ethiopia

Nyokabi, Simon; Moore, Henrietta L.; Berg, Stefan; Lindahl, Johanna F.; Phelan, Lisette; Gimechu, Gizachew; Mihret, Adane; Wood, James L. N.

doi:10.1016/j.onehlt.2023.100521

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“…Policymakers need to move beyond rhetoric and really focus on health care reform and the implementation of policies that link human, animal, and environmental health. We need interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary training on human, animal, and environmental health, and collaborative research on the prevention of zoonotic diseases [38].…”

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“…Creating networks and improving communication within and between sectors, locating of agreement to coordinate around and spotting opportunities to get going, acknowledging that integration can occur at various levels and won't always be appropriate, allocating resources fairly and investing in prevention at the source, leading change while recognizing and encouraging individual contributions in zoonotic disease prevention is paramount important [38,39].…”

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Knowledge, Attitude, and Prevention Practices towards Common Zoonotic Diseases in and around Bahir Dar City, North Western Ethiopia

Alemayehu,

Mitiku,

Alemu

et al. 2024

Transboundary and Emerging Diseases

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The problem of zoonoses diseases is a global public and veterinary health concern. Globally coordinated and well-established research efforts are essential to successfully fighting and reducing the health burden of zoonoses. In our study area, the interplay of intense livestock animals, agricultural activities, and poor health services characterized the high risks of zoonotic diseases. Thus, people suffer from easily preventable diseases with hygiene and good-quality food. The main objectives of this study were to: (i) evaluate the knowledge, attitude, and prevention practices of people handling farm animals and their products toward common zoonotic diseases; and (ii) estimate the associated risk factors influencing their knowledge, attitude, and prevention practices. A questionnaire-based cross-sectional study was conducted from December 2021 to August 2022. A simple random sampling technique was followed to select respondents. Multivariable logistic regression model analysis was conducted using STATA version 14. The overall level of knowledge, attitude, and prevention practice for the major zoonotic disease was 52.5%, 68.6%, and 39.4%, respectively. Rabies, tuberculosis, taeniasis, anthrax, and brucellosis were the major zoonotic diseases selected by respondents in the study areas. The age of respondents, training status, educational status, and farm location were significantly (P <0.05) associated with the level of knowledge and prevention practice against zoonotic diseases. This study revealed that the level of knowledge, attitude, and prevention practices for major zoonotic diseases in Bahir Dar City were relatively poor. Therefore, a concerted effort among various government and nongovernment stakeholders, including veterinarians, public health officials, and environmental experts, is needed to create and raise awareness among livestock producers about the transmission and control methods and the economic and public health importance of zoonotic diseases.

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Knowledge, Attitude, and Prevention Practices towards Common Zoonotic Diseases in and around Bahir Dar City, North Western Ethiopia

Alemayehu,

Mitiku,

Alemu

et al. 2024

Transboundary and Emerging Diseases

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“…International organizations can aid countries in creating suitable governance models and identifying necessary cross-sector collaborations based on their national surveillance context. The transition towards a One Health surveillance system is being carried out in various instances globally [ 65 , 66 , 67 , 68 , 69 , 70 , 71 , 72 , 73 , 74 , 75 , 76 , 77 , 78 , 79 , 80 , 81 , 82 ].…”

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Joining Forces against Antibiotic Resistance: The One Health Solution

Cella,

Giovanetti,

Benedetti

et al. 2023

Pathogens

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Antibiotic resistance is a significant global health concern that affects both human and animal populations. The One Health approach acknowledges the interconnectedness of human health, animal health, and the environment. It emphasizes the importance of collaboration and coordination across these sectors to tackle complex health challenges such as antibiotic resistance. In the context of One Health, antibiotic resistance refers to the ability of bacteria to withstand the efficacy of antibiotics, rendering them less effective or completely ineffective in treating infections. The emergence and spread of antibiotic-resistant bacteria pose a threat to human and animal health, as well as to the effectiveness of medical treatments and veterinary interventions. In particular, One Health recognizes that antibiotic use in human medicine, animal agriculture, and the environment are interconnected factors contributing to the development and spread of antibiotic resistance. For example, the misuse and overuse of antibiotics in human healthcare, including inappropriate prescribing and patient non-compliance, can contribute to the selection and spread of resistant bacteria. Similarly, the use of antibiotics in livestock production for growth promotion and disease prevention can contribute to the development of antibiotic resistance in animals and subsequent transmission to humans through the food chain. Addressing antibiotic resistance requires a collaborative One Health approach that involves multiple participants, including healthcare professionals, veterinarians, researchers, and policymakers.

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“…With the understanding that the health of humans, animals, and the environment are intricately connected, the One Health approach has emerged as a powerful framework for addressing complex health challenges ( Mwatondo et al., 2023 ). This approach emphasizes collaboration across sectors, disciplines, and communities to foster well-being and mitigate threats to health and ecosystems ( Chen et al., 2022 ; Nyokabi et al., 2023 ). In the context of clinical microbiology, where the dynamics of infectious diseases are shaped by interactions between pathogens, hosts, and the environment, the principles of One Health are particularly relevant.…”

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“…Microorganisms play a crucial role in the One Health paradigm, serving as key connectors among human, animal, and environmental health. While previous One Health research has predominantly focused on microbial pathogens responsible for zoonotic diseases ( Nyokabi et al., 2023 ), attention is now turning to non-tuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) strains. These resilient pathogens, which are resistant to standard anti-tuberculosis drugs, present therapeutic challenges and are ubiquitous in water, soil, and dust.…”

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Editorial: One Health in clinical microbiology

Xiu,

Kassegne,

Yin

2024

Front. Cell. Infect. Microbiol.

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Implementing a one health approach to strengthen the management of zoonoses in Ethiopia

Cited by 10 publications

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Knowledge, Attitude, and Prevention Practices towards Common Zoonotic Diseases in and around Bahir Dar City, North Western Ethiopia

Knowledge, Attitude, and Prevention Practices towards Common Zoonotic Diseases in and around Bahir Dar City, North Western Ethiopia

Joining Forces against Antibiotic Resistance: The One Health Solution

Editorial: One Health in clinical microbiology

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