Protecting wildlife calls for stronger legislation, two landmark studies reveal

Nearly half of the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) Members have identified legislative support as a priority for strengthening wildlife health. Following the publication of two landmark studies on wildlife health legislation, WOAH is…

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World AMR Awareness Week 2026: “One Health, One action: Prevent AMR now” 

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites no longer respond to medicines used to treat the infections they cause. AMR is no longer a future challenge; it is a global threat. Held every 18 to 24 November, World AMR Awareness Week raises awareness and understanding of AMR and promotes global action to help prevent the spread of drug-resistant infections.

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Working across borders to foster a One Health approach to global health. The health of animals and the environment strongly depend on human activities.

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  • One Health

    One Health

    The “One Health” approach summarises a concept that has been known for more than a century; that human, animal and plant health are interdependent and bound to the health of the ecosystems in which they exist. We envisage and implement it as a collaborative, whole of society, whole of government approach to understanding, anticipating and addressing risks to global health.
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  • Antimicrobial resistance

    Antimicrobial resistance

    Imagine a world where infections and diseases in humans, animals and plants are impossible to treat. This worst-case scenario could become a reality as bacteria, viruses and parasites develop resistance to the drugs we use to fight them. Antimicrobial resistance, or AMR, has become one of the most pressing health issues of our time. Solutions exist and everyone has a role to play in the fight against this global threat.
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    Disease Data Collection

    We collect data on animal diseases through the World Animal Health Information System (WAHIS) and WildEpi. The first is the global reference platform for the publication of official data on WOAH-listed animal diseases, the latter is dedicated to wildlife health information sharing. These data track the evolution of diseases, assist in trade and policy decisions, and inform research.
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  • Animal Welfare

    Animal welfare is a complex and multi-faceted subject with scientific, ethical, economic, cultural, social, religious and political dimensions. It is attracting growing interest from civil society and is one of the priorities of the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH).
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  • Aquatic Animals

    Aquatic animals

    Aquatic animals play a key role in achieving a more prosperous and secure world, contributing to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
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