At WCS Health, we are honored to contribute to the ongoing discussions at the One Health Summit in Lyon. Our commitment to advancing animal, human, and planetary health stems from recognizing the interconnectedness of social-ecological systems. The environment is not just an aspect of One Health; it is the very foundation upon which it stands. By actively engaging in this dialogue, we aim to support robust recommendations that highlight the integral role of environmental health in our collective well-being. Together, we can foster a holistic approach that prioritizes the sustainability of our ecosystems and promotes the health of all living beings. #onehealthsummit #onehealth
Human health, animal health, and environmental health are interdependent. Healthy ecosystems regulate climate, sustain biodiversity, secure water and food systems, and buffer human populations from environmental and health hazards. Protecting them and maintaining ecological integrity are foundational to #OneHealth. As a decades-long leader in One Health, we are excited to take part in the ongoing #OneHealthSummit in Lyon, France. An event-co-chaired by France and Indonesia. At the Summit, we are calling for greater funding for One Health, the development of an ambitious EU One Health Strategy, and push for global funding instruments, such as the Pandemic Fund, to place a greater priority on pandemic prevention at the source, addressing zoonotic spillover and supporting high-integrity ecosystem conservation, while directing more resources towards organizations delivering on-the-ground conservation action.
