One Health for Veterinary Nurses and Technicians: A Collaborative Approach to Optimal Health

By Rebecca Jones and Andrea Jeffery

The One Health concept emphasizes the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health, underscoring the need for a collaborative and multidisciplinary approach to achieve optimal health. This book serves as a valuable resource for veterinary nurses, providing insight into the scope of One Health and their pivotal role within it.

Global Health Challenges and the Need for One Health

The book begins by examining the pressing global issues that demand a One Health approach, including communicable and non-communicable diseases, public health, climate change, and sustainability. By understanding these complex challenges, veterinary nurses can better appreciate the importance of collaborative efforts in maintaining optimal health.

Applying One Health in Local Communities

The book then delves into the practical applications of One Health principles within local communities. Through case studies and real-world examples, veterinary nurses can learn how to translate theory into action, improving health outcomes for humans, animals, and the environment.

Key Features and Benefits

• Covers both communicable and non-communicable diseases, as well as public health, climate change, and sustainability issues
• Explores the human-animal bond and its significance in One Health
• Includes case studies to illustrate practical applications of One Health principles
• Provides discussion questions to promote critical thinking and implementation of change

This accessible and user-friendly introduction to One Health is an essential resource for veterinary nurses, technicians, and students seeking to adopt a collaborative approach to health. By recognizing the interdependencies between humans, animals, and the environment, veterinary professionals can work towards a healthier, more sustainable future.

Product Details

Published by CABI on March 30, 2023

Language: English

Paperback: 184 pages

ISBN-10: 1789249457

ISBN-13: 978-1789249453