Scottish Water is working with NHS Scotland to share the Nature Calls customer awareness campaign. The Nature Calls campaign raises awareness of the impact of inappropriately flushing items such as wipes and sanitary products down the toilet. It aims to reduce the 36,000 sewer blockages which Scottish Water clears annually, reduce the number of NHS … Continue reading Scottish Water & NHS Scotland co-branded Nature Calls campaign includes medicine disposal
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OHBP attend World Water Day 2024 in Edinburgh
OHBP members attended World Water Day 2024 in Edinburgh, the annual event hosted by the Hydro Nation International Centre and Scottish Government. This year the theme was "Leveraging Water for a Just Transition", and some of the main questions sought to address were: How can water act as a strategic asset to transition to a … Continue reading OHBP attend World Water Day 2024 in Edinburgh
A new Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive paves the way towards a circular, green, and smart water management
The European Commission are welcoming provisional agreement for more thorough and more cost-effective urban wastewater management, while reducing emissions through 100% renewable energy used by treatment plants by 2045. The recast of the Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive (UWWTD) aims to adapt wastewater management in Europe, and will update legislation after 30 years in order to … Continue reading A new Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive paves the way towards a circular, green, and smart water management
Literature Review on Antimicrobial Resistance in Relation to the Environment in Scotland” – Insights by Environmental Standards Scotland
In the realm of environmental health, a notable contribution has emerged in the form of the report titled "Literature Review on Antimicrobial Resistance in Relation to the Environment in Scotland." Commissioned by Environmental Standards Scotland (ESS), this comprehensive study delves into the intricacies of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in the Scottish environmental context. Unveiling Key Findings: … Continue reading Literature Review on Antimicrobial Resistance in Relation to the Environment in Scotland” – Insights by Environmental Standards Scotland
UHI Researchers showcase OHBP at One Health Fair hosted by the UK Mission to the EU, Brussels
Researchers from the University of the Highlands and Islands - Environmental Research Institute (ERI) recently attended the UK Mission to the EU’s One Health Fair in Brussels to showcase the innovative work of the One Health Breakthrough Partnership. The exhibition enabled representatives from diverse research, governmental, non-governmental, and industry organisations and partnerships to engage and … Continue reading UHI Researchers showcase OHBP at One Health Fair hosted by the UK Mission to the EU, Brussels
New report: Scottish One Health Antimicrobial Use and Antimicrobial Resistance (SONAAR) by ARHAI Scotland
In the ever-evolving landscape of public health challenges, the Scottish One Health Antimicrobial Use and Antimicrobial Resistance (SONAAR) programme, spearheaded by ARHAI Scotland, has emerged as a beacon of progress. The recently released SONAAR report not only delves into the intricacies of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) but also emphasises the interconnectedness of human health, animal well-being, … Continue reading New report: Scottish One Health Antimicrobial Use and Antimicrobial Resistance (SONAAR) by ARHAI Scotland
World Antimicrobial Awareness Week 2023 “Preventing AMR Together”
World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (WAAW) is an annual global campaign developed by the World Health Organisation to improve awareness and understanding of AMR and encourage best practices amongst the public, One Health stakeholders and policymakers, who all play a critical role in reducing the further emergence and spread of AMR. The 2023 theme of WAAW … Continue reading World Antimicrobial Awareness Week 2023 “Preventing AMR Together”
Baroness Natalie Bennett’s keynote “Championing Environmental Sustainability and One Health” at the OHBP Twitter/X conference
The OHBP Twitter/X conference (26 Sept 2023) provided a platform to explore the environmental impact of pharmaceuticals, emphasising the significance within the One Health framework. It highlighted innovative research, technologies, and initiatives that aligned with the Scotland Government’s sustainable healthcare agenda, highlighting how these advancements could be integrated into healthcare practices to minimise the environmental … Continue reading Baroness Natalie Bennett’s keynote “Championing Environmental Sustainability and One Health” at the OHBP Twitter/X conference
OHBP host partners from University of Uppsala and Swedish Medical Products Agency in the Highlands
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, University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI), Scotland’s Centre of Expertise for Water, and SEPA. To retain its leading position, the OHBP … Continue reading OHBP host partners from University of Uppsala and Swedish Medical Products Agency in the Highlands
OHBP Twitter/X Conference 2023
The OHBP Twitter/X conference, organised by the One Health Breakthrough Partnership, was dedicated to addressing the pressing issue of pharmaceuticals in the environment. By aligning with the policy priorities of the Scottish Government and integrating with relevant working areas, such as Sustainable Healthcare and Hydro Nation, the conference sought to drive forward impactful solutions and … Continue reading OHBP Twitter/X Conference 2023