Arab Region Adopts One Health Approach

The article discusses the warning regarding the rising outbreaks of epidemics and infectious diseases transmitted from animals to humans. It emphasizes that more than 60% of infectious diseases have a zoonotic origin, with an increasing proportion of emerging diseases spreading between animals and humans. The article links environmental degradation, increased natural erosion, and overexploitation of resources to the spread of diseases, noting that the Arab region is particularly affected due to climate change and water scarcity, which heighten the risks of epidemic transmission. It advocates for adopting the "One Health" concept that connects environmental protection with public health. The article underscores the necessity of integrated policies across different sectors, breaking down siloed approaches by universities and institutions, and establishing a regional early warning system to address health threats comprehensively and sustainably. In conclusion, it stresses that true solutions to epidemics require holistic ecological reconciliation with the environment to safeguard human health and ensure the sustainability of communities.