One Health
One Health is a collaborative, multisectoral, and transdisciplinary approach—working at the local, regional, national, and global levels—with the goal of achieving optimal health outcomes recognizing the interconnection between people, animals, plants, and their shared environment.
- As defined by the CDC
Explore our Q & A, co-authored by one of our physician editors, Ernest Yeh, MD, and Veterinary Manual editor, Nicholas Roman, DVM, MPH.
"One Health is the idea that the health of humans, other animals, and the environment are vitally linked. Therefore, medical and veterinary professionals as well as those in other scientific, health, and environmental disciplines should communicate and collaborate, rather than work in isolation."
- Nick Roman,
DVM, MPH, Editor for Merck Veterinary Manual
"Human-animal interaction can promote health in many ways. A lot of people view their pets as a family member, which can play a large role in promoting mental health"
- Ernest Yeh,
Physician Editor for the Merck Manuals
Relevant Content
Role of the Veterinarian in Public Health, One Health
Overview of the Human-Animal Bond
Additional Resources
American Veterinary Medical Association
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
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