The Role Of Veterinary Public Health In Managing Zoonotic Disease Outbreaks: An International Comparison
Abstract
This research aims to compare the VPH approaches in the US, EU, Africa, and Asia to determine the efficiency of the measures in containing zoonotic diseases. The comparative analysis approach was used in this research through literature review, case studies, surveys, and interviews. Primary and secondary data were collected from peer-reviewed journals, WHO, FAO and other standard sources to assess the VPH systems’ advantages and limitations and their functioning in different regions. The research identifies different strategies: The US is based on high-tech and network systems for quick response; The EU relies on standardized legislation and warning systems; Africa uses community-based surveillance in the context of limited resources; Asia is based on regional cooperation and capacity building despite cultural barriers. Some of the difficulties are financing, political backing, and cross-sectoral collaboration. VPH has to be implemented through technological, legal, and social aspects that would fit the regional environment. The experiences gathered also highlight the need to embrace One Health, multi-disciplinary, and multi-sectoral approaches and build on regional comparative advantages to strengthen global health security. The future approaches should focus on the optimization of resources, collaboration with the global community, and the development of new technologies to address new zoonotic disease risks.
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