10. The Web of Human, Animal, and Ecosystem Health in Rwanda

Today we explore something that connects you, me, 8 billion people, and every living thing on our planet. One Health recognizes that human health, animal health, and the ecosystem are deeply linked. And if one part gets sick or damaged, its effects ripple through the whole system. Michael Wilkes tells us about how he combines medicine, his One Health work in Rwanda, and his career as a journalist. From rabies and bird flu, to superbugs and mountain gorillas, we hear about how One Health isn't just about reacting to crises like pandemics. It's about being better prepared for emerging health challenges.References:Agrawal K, Srivastava S, Singh V, et al. One health concepts and its applications in clinical practice: a comprehensive review. The Evi. 2024;2(1):1-. doi:10.61505/evidence.2024.2.1.16Nyatanyi T, Wilkes M, McDermott H, et al. Implementing One Health as an integrated approach to health in Rwanda. BMJ Glob Health. 2017;2:e000121. doi:10.1136/bmjgh-2016-000121One Health High-Level Expert Panel (OHHLEP), Adisasmito WB, Almuhairi S, et al. One Health: A new definition for a sustainable and healthy future. PLoS Pathog. 2022;18(6):e1010537. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.ppat.1010537Brown HL, Pursley IG, Horton DL, La Ragione RM. One health: a structured review and commentary on trends and themes. One Health Outlook. 2024;6:17. https://doi.org/10.1186/s42522-024-00111-x