Transforming veterinary medicine with the One Health approach
The field of veterinary medicine is evolving rapidly, expanding beyond traditional animal health concerns to play a critical role in global One Health initiatives. The concept of One Health recognises that human, animal, and environmental health are interconnected, requiring multidisciplinary collaboration to tackle emerging health threats. A recent study from the Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM) at the University of Saskatchewan highlights groundbreaking research projects that are addressing major challenges in public health, antimicrobial resistance, reproductive health, and zoonotic diseases. Supported by nearly CA $1.47m in research funding from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, these projects are at the forefront of integrating veterinary and human medicine. In this article, Innovation News Network provides an in-depth technical analysis of the WCVM’s One Health research initiatives, outlining their implications for veterinary medicine, global health, and biomedical advancements. Key research areas in One Health The WCVM’s One Health research integrates expertise from veterinary, human, and environmental sciences. The study highlights the following major research areas: Investigating the health effects of vaping on foetal development One of …