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Join Us for the OHBP Twitter / X Conference We are thrilled to announce the One Health Breakthrough Partnership (OHBP) Twitter / X Conference, and we're excited to invite you to this engaging and insightful event. Let's dive right into what you can expect and why you should mark your calendar for 26th September 2023. … Continue reading OHBP Twitter / X Conference

In the face of an escalating climate and ecological crisis, the imperative for a sustainable approach has never been more evident. We are excited to spotlight an event that is pertinent to the One Health agenda. On Thursday 14th September at 12 pm (BST), a lunchtime webinar titled "Environmental Sustainability in Health Technology Assessment" by … Continue reading Webinar: Environmental Sustainability in Health Technology Assessment

In response to the escalating concern over pharmaceutical pollution's impact on human and environmental health, a significant step has been taken in the United Kingdom to address this issue. Policy recommendations aimed at reducing pharmaceutical pollution have been officially unveiled at the UK Parliament by Baroness Bennett, a Green Party Peer at the House of … Continue reading New Policy Recommendations launched for Eco-directed and Sustainable Prescribing of Pharmaceuticals at UK Parliament

An opportunity has been launched for PhD students in the UK to actively contribute to a pressing issue concerning One Health. The British Society for Antimicrobial Chemotherapy (BSAC) has announced the launch of the esteemed Parliamentary Internship Programme, offered by another organisation. This programme offers selected students the chance to actively contribute to combating AMR … Continue reading BSAC Parliamentary Internship Programme

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a growing global health threat. Drug-resistant microorganisms can cause infections that are difficult or impossible to treat, and they can lead to death. The European Union (EU) has taken a leading role in the fight against AMR, and on 13th June 13 2023, the Council of the EU adopted a recommendation … Continue reading EU Adopts Recommendation to Tackle Antimicrobial Resistance

The UK government has announced the creation of a new cross-government group to tackle the issue of pharmaceutical pollution. The Pharmaceuticals in the Environment (PiE) group will bring together representatives from the Environment Agency, the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, the Health and Safety Executive, the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency, the … Continue reading New Cross-Government Group to Tackle Pharmaceutical Pollution

As our society becomes increasingly reliant on pharmaceuticals, it is essential to recognise the potential risks they pose to the environment. A recent cross-sectional study conducted in the region surrounding Sweden's largest drinking water source, Lake Mälaren, has shed light on the drug utilisation patterns of analgesics and their environmental impact. The findings of this … Continue reading Understanding the Environmental Impact of Pharmaceutical Use – New published research in Sweden

The One Health Breakthrough Partnership (OHBP) has recently gained significant recognition for its pivotal role in addressing complex global health challenges. This collaborative initiative, aimed at fostering cross-disciplinary cooperation between human, animal, and environmental health sectors, has been mentioned in multiple answers to Parliamentary questions within the Scottish Government. These references underscore the importance and … Continue reading One Health Breakthrough Partnership in Scottish Government’s Parliamentary Questions

Researchers at Robert Gordon University have recently conducted a study to explore the potential of using the Data Visualisation Tool for predicting pharmaceutical concentrations in influent wastewater and their subsequent impact on the environment. The tool, developed by the One Health Breakthrough Partnership, serves as a valuable resource for researchers, policymakers, and environmental professionals. This … Continue reading Estimation of Pharmaceutical Concentrations in Wastewater Using the Data Visualisation Tool: Factors affecting measured and predicted influent pharmaceutical wastewater concentrations – Report

The One Health Breakthrough Partnership (OHBP) has been at the forefront of addressing the issue of pharmaceuticals in the environment through a multidisciplinary approach that involves agencies such as NHS Highland, Scottish Water, Scotland’s Centre of Expertise for Water, and SEPA. This innovative approach has led to several recognitions, including awards from the Scottish Environment … Continue reading One Health Breakthrough Partnership Learning Journey with One Health Sweden and Wise List Developers