The United Nations Environment Programme, in cooperation with the World Health Organization, the Geneva Environment Network, and other key partners, is organizing a series of events to raise awareness and share best practices, challenges and opportunities to address the issue of medicines waste. This webinar is part of the “Addressing Pharmaceuticals in the Environment through a Lifecycle … Continue reading Webinar: Safe disposal of unused medicines — A One Health Approach for National Systems
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The Environment Strategy for Scotland – ‘An integrated approach to achieve our vision’
The Scottish Government have published the updated Environment Strategy for Scotland, alongside the Circular Economy Strategy and Climate Change Plan (2026-40). The Environment Strategy is designed to create an integrated framework for Scotland's environment and climate policies, and aims to support a whole-of-government approach for fulfilling Scotland's role in tackling the global crises of nature … Continue reading The Environment Strategy for Scotland – ‘An integrated approach to achieve our vision’
Health Care Without Harm Webinar: Managing the water footprint of the healthcare sector: Strategies to minimise pharmaceutical pollution
Health Care Without Harm (HCWH) will host an open webinar exploring how the healthcare sector can manage it's water footprint and ways to minimise pharmaceutical pollution in hospital wastewater through sustainable waste management. Date and time: Apr 9 (10:00 GMT) Registration link: Webinar Registration - Zoom Description: While pharmaceuticals are vital to patient recovery, their … Continue reading Health Care Without Harm Webinar: Managing the water footprint of the healthcare sector: Strategies to minimise pharmaceutical pollution
UK Government publishes white paper: A new vision for water
The UK Government has published A New Vision for Water, a white paper setting out plans to reform the water sector and the wider water system. The proposals aim to deliver: Safe and secure water supplies A protected and enhanced environment Fair outcomes for customers and investors The white paper outlines how these reforms could … Continue reading UK Government publishes white paper: A new vision for water
“Antibiotic Resistance is Everyone’s Business” – World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week 2025
This week is World Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Awareness Week – a global annual campaign to improve awareness and understanding of AMR and encourage best practices among the public, stakeholders and policymakers, who all play a critical role in reducing the further emergence and spread of drug-resistant infections. The OHBP sits on the Scottish Government's AMR … Continue reading “Antibiotic Resistance is Everyone’s Business” – World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week 2025
UK Cross-government Pharmaceuticals in the Environment Group – Roadmap to address the presence of pet flea and tick treatments in UK waterways
A new roadmap led by the UK cross-government Pharmaceuticals in the Environment Group, outlining key actions to address levels of flea and tick treatments in the environment, was published this week. The key strategies seek to address the presence of fipronil and imidacloprid (active pharmaceutical ingredients in many flea and tick treatments) in rivers and … Continue reading UK Cross-government Pharmaceuticals in the Environment Group – Roadmap to address the presence of pet flea and tick treatments in UK waterways
BBC Highlights OHBP Co-Founder Professor Elise Cartmell’s Work on Peatland Restoration and Water Quality
The One Health Breakthrough Partnership (OHBP) is proud to see our co-founder, Professor Elise Cartmell, featured in a recent BBC article discussing the crucial role of peatland restoration in safeguarding Glasgow’s water supply. This recognition underscores the interconnectedness of environmental, human, and animal health—a core principle of the One Health agenda. The article, published on … Continue reading BBC Highlights OHBP Co-Founder Professor Elise Cartmell’s Work on Peatland Restoration and Water Quality
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) through a One Health approach: Professor Sharon Pfleger to Speak at Fleming Fund Fellowships Symposium
The One Health Breakthrough Partnership (OHBP) is delighted to announce that our co-founder, Professor Sharon Pfleger, will be a featured speaker at the upcoming Fleming Fund Fellowships Symposium on Friday, 31st January 2025, at the Playfair Library, Old College, University of Edinburgh. This prestigious event will bring together leading experts, researchers, and policymakers dedicated to … Continue reading Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) through a One Health approach: Professor Sharon Pfleger to Speak at Fleming Fund Fellowships Symposium
Leading Change at the Edge of the World: A Woman in STEMM’s Antarctic Expedition
We are thrilled to share a powerful new blog post by Professor Sharon Pfleger, a pioneering figure in the realms of pharmacy, public health, and sustainability. Sharon, who is also a co-founder of the One Health Breakthrough Partnership, reflects on her transformative journey to Antarctica as part of the Homeward Bound global leadership program—an initiative … Continue reading Leading Change at the Edge of the World: A Woman in STEMM’s Antarctic Expedition
Publication: Scottish Government’s Consultation Analysis on Water, Wastewater, and Drainage
The Scottish Government recently published the analysis of its consultation titled “Water, Wastewater, and Drainage: Consultation Analysis,” shedding light on public opinion and future policy directions. This blog post delves into the key findings from this comprehensive consultation and aligns them with the One Health agenda and the One Health Breakthrough Partnership (OHBP). The consultation, … Continue reading Publication: Scottish Government’s Consultation Analysis on Water, Wastewater, and Drainage