There is widespread recognition of the importance of a One Health approach for mitigating current and emerging disease threats, and this forms a core pillar of the developing Australian Centre for Disease Control. However, it is equally recognised that genuine operationalisation of One Health solutions has been held back by knowledge gaps and the complexity of embedded intersectoral collaboration and data sharing.

This session will focus on exploring the mix of tools and capabilities that need to be brought together to enable a One Health approach, including real-world examples. There will be a particular focus on potential approaches to overcome one of the most significant barriers to a One Health approach – the integration of data from disparate sources across the environmental, animal and human health sectors.

With plenty of opportunity for audience questions and discussion, the session is intended to not only showcase key capabilities relevant to the One Health conversation but also - and perhaps more importantly - serve as a catalyst for further discussions and new collaborations.