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PREVENTING ANTIMICROBIAL RESISTANCE TOGETHER

WHAT ARE ANTIMICROBIALS? Antimicrobials are medicines used to prevent and treat infections in humans, animals, and plants. They work by inhibiting or killing germs (pathogens) which are microorganisms and parasites that cause infections. These germs include bacteria, fungi, viruses, protozoans, …

Download the Impact Brochure: African Youths for AMR Communication Program

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is one of the most pressing health threats of our time, and empowering young voices is key to driving lasting change. The African Youths for AMR Communication Program, an initiative of OHDI led by the Stop Superbugs …

One Health Approaches to Reducing Zoonotic Disease Risks from Wildlife Trade and Hunting in the Amazon

One Health Approaches to Reducing Zoonotic Disease Risks from Wildlife Trade and Hunting in the Amazon Introduction Emerging infectious diseases (EIDs) pose a significant threat to global public health, with over 60% classified as zoonotic, meaning they can spread between …

OHDI ANNUAL REPORT 2024

We are excited to present our 2024 Annual Report, highlighting another year of impactful effort promoting human, animal, and ecosystem health through the integrated One Health approach. In 2024, we expanded our impact across zoonotic disease response, animal welfare, antimicrobial …

Introducing Project AMR and Sustainable Impact

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is one of the most pressing global health challenges, threatening decades of medical advancement and progress in public health. Although AMR affects countries worldwide, its impact is more strongly felt in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) due …

Reducing Methane and other Greenhouse Gas Emissions in Asian Dairy Farming: Challenges and Solutions

Reducing Methane and other Greenhouse Gas Emissions in Asian Dairy Farming: Challenges and Solutions The rapid growth of dairy farming in Asia, driven by increased demand for milk and dairy products, has brought significant economic benefits to the region. However, …

VACANCY: Finance and Operations Assistant

One Health and Development Initiative (OHDI) is a non-profit organization that works to address correlated issues of human, animal, and environmental health using the integrated “One Health” approach. Our mission is rooted in the evidence that public health and sustainable …

VACANCY: Program Officer (Conservation And Biodiversity)

VACANCY: Program Officer (Sustainable Food Systems)

The Role of the One Health Approach in Combating Neglected Tropical Diseases in Africa

Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) continue to pose significant health, economic, and social burdens, particularly on vulnerable communities across Africa. NTDs primarily affect impoverished populations with limited access to healthcare, clean water, and proper sanitation. Given their intricate links to human …

Empowering African Youths for AMR Communication

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a growing public health crisis, with an estimated 327,000 deaths in Nigeria alone in 2019, greater than deaths from enteric and respiratory infections, tuberculosis, maternal and neonatal disorders, NTDs, and cardiovascular diseases. As a threat that …

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