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One Health and emergency preparedness
Kendra E Stauffer1, Lisa Conti2
1USDA APHIS Veterinary Services Emergency Coordinator, Gainesville, Florida, USA.
The Veterinary Record
|November 1, 2014
Summary
Emergency preparedness in the USA is evolving to include domestic animals. This article discusses integrating One Health principles into disaster planning for animal welfare.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Public Health
- Disaster Management
- One Health
Background:
- Natural and nuclear disasters impact human, environmental, and animal health.
- Domestic animals are often overlooked in emergency preparedness planning.
- The One Health framework recognizes the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health.
Purpose of the Study:
- To discuss the incorporation of One Health principles into emergency preparedness in the USA.
- To highlight the importance of including domestic animals in disaster planning.
- To inform veterinary professionals and policymakers on current strategies.
Main Methods:
- Review of current emergency preparedness policies and practices in the USA.
- Analysis of how One Health concepts are integrated into these plans.
- Case examples illustrating the inclusion of animal welfare in disaster response.
Main Results:
- One Health considerations are increasingly being incorporated into US emergency preparedness.
- Specific strategies are being developed to address the needs of domestic animals during emergencies.
- Collaboration between human and animal health sectors is crucial for effective planning.
Conclusions:
- Integrating One Health into emergency preparedness enhances the safety and well-being of both humans and animals.
- Effective disaster planning requires a comprehensive approach that includes all aspects of the community, including domestic animals.
- Continued development and implementation of One Health strategies are essential for future disaster resilience.
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