This issue explores key research on the role of collaborative frameworks in tackling issues issues that affect humans, animals and the environment. All of the articles highlight exciting applications of the One Health concept. This issue of the One Health Newsletter was written by professionals, postdoctoral associates and graduate/veterinary students with the assistance of our faculty editorial board and guest contributors.
In the context of climate change, drought has become a pressing global issue. This article examines the escalating environmental and health challenges in Oregon due to prolonged drought and increasing wildfire activity. By 2021, nearly 95% of Oregon was experiencing severe or exceptional drought conditions. This not only intensified water shortages and agricultural stress but also heightened the risk of large-scale wildfires. These fires significantly degrade air quality, primarily through the release of fine particulate matter, which poses serious health risks, including respiratory and cardiovascular issues.
The interconnectedness of environmental factors, public health and policy also are highlighted in this article as well as for a One Health approach that integrates efforts across these sectors to build resilience against the compounded effects of drought and wildfire. Read more
This article discusses the growing concern of antimicrobial resistance and its impact on efforts to eliminate neglected tropical diseases, such as human African trypanosomiasis, leishmaniasis and schistosomiasis. These diseases predominantly affect impoverished communities in tropical regions. While significant progress has been made in eliminating these diseases, the emergence of antimicrobial resistance threatens to reverse these gains. This is particularly concerning for neglected tropical diseases, as many of these diseases have limited treatment options and are already challenging to manage. Read more
This article delves into the multifaceted factors contributing to gastric cancer and focuses on the genetic predisposition associated with blood type A. Stomach cancer is the fifth most common cancer globally, with more than one million cases and approximately 769,000 deaths in 2020. While environmental exposures and lifestyle choices are significant risk factors, genetic factors, particularly blood type A, also play a crucial role. Individuals with blood type A have been found to have a higher risk of developing stomach cancer compared to those with other blood types. This increased risk may be linked to a higher susceptibility to Helicobacter pylori infection, a known carcinogen for gastric cancer.
The article underscores the importance of a One Health approach in understanding and addressing the complexities of stomach cancer risk. Read more
Call for Content | Submissions due July 1, 2025
The theme for the next One Health Newsletter is Collaboration Across Oceans. We are calling all One Health advocates, students and professionals, to submit article ideas on this topic and other One Health topics to onehealthenews@ksu.edu.
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