One Health Nexus: Bridging Human, Animal, and Environmental Health Across Europe

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The ONE-Bridge project aims to advance the One Health approach by fostering collaboration and addressing the interconnected challenges at the interface of human, animal, and environmental health. Through a high-level One Health Conference in Patras, Greece, and three workshops in Barcelona, Lille, and Dresden, the project will provide a dynamic platform for stakeholders to engage in interdisciplinary dialogue, exchange knowledge, and co-develop actionable strategies. The project's primary objectives include promoting the One Health approach by raising awareness of the critical interdependencies among human, animal, and environmental health systems and highlighting the importance of integrated policies to combat zoonotic diseases, antimicrobial resistance (AMR), and the health impacts of climate change. ONE-Bridge also seeks to facilitate cross-sectoral collaboration by bringing together policymakers, scientists, healthcare professionals, veterinarians, environmental experts, and civil society to work on shared health priorities. The project emphasizes the need to address emerging health challenges, such as pandemics and food system vulnerabilities, by fostering innovative solutions, strengthening resilience, and enhancing preparedness. A key focus of the project is to support policy and governance by aligning discussions with the European Health Union’s objectives, promoting effective regulatory frameworks, and generating evidence-based recommendations for integrating the One Health approach into national and EU-level strategies. Moreover, the initiative will highlight the role of digital innovation in improving health surveillance, diagnostics, and system efficiency, while building capacity among professionals and empowering youth to lead future One Health efforts. The implementation of the conference and workshops, ONE-Bridge will deliver a comprehensive roadmap for advancing One Health collaboration across Europe, including practical tools, policy recommendations, and dissemination activities to ensure long-term impact. This project will contribute significantly to the resilience, sustainability, and inclusivity of health systems, strengthening Europe’s leadership in addressing complex, cross-sectoral health challenges.