One Welfare - a platform for improving human and animal welfare

Area of Science:

• Interdisciplinary science
• One Health and One Welfare frameworks

Background:

• Growing recognition of the link between animal and human health.
• Need for integrated approaches to address complex global challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

• To advocate for the adoption of the One Welfare concept.
• To highlight its potential to enhance animal welfare and human wellbeing globally.

Main Methods:

• Conceptual analysis and synthesis of existing research.
• Argumentation based on the interconnectedness of animal and human health.

Main Results:

• The One Welfare concept offers a unified framework.
• Implementation can lead to synergistic improvements in both animal and human lives.

Conclusions:

• Adopting One Welfare is crucial for advancing global health and wellbeing.
• This integrated perspective is essential for addressing contemporary societal issues.