Embedding pharmacy practice, veterinary pharmacy, and environmental pharmacy to implement 'One Health' in pharmacy education

Kingston Rajiah; Aaron Courtenay; Bethan Pinhey

doi:10.1016/j.cptl.2025.102320

Embedding pharmacy practice, veterinary pharmacy, and environmental pharmacy to implement 'One Health' in pharmacy education

Kingston Rajiah, Aaron Courtenay, Bethan Pinhey

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Abstract

Introduction: The integration of One Health principles within pharmacy education addresses the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health, equipping future pharmacists to handle complex health issues, including antimicrobial resistance and zoonotic diseases.

Perspective: Embedding One Health into pharmacy curricula involves comprehensive curriculum mapping, interprofessional education (IPE) opportunities, and experiential learning. Collaborative efforts across pharmacy, veterinary, and environmental fields enhance students’ understanding of interdisciplinary health challenges.

Implications: Institutions should incorporate One Health competencies into accreditation standards which may allow each discipline to reflect on its unique contributions and responsibilities within interprofessional practice. This strategic integration will support the academic community in preparing pharmacists who are skilled in addressing global health challenges through a holistic, collaborative approach.

Original language	English
Article number	102320
Pages (from-to)	1-5
Number of pages	5
Journal	Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning
Volume	17
Issue number	5
Early online date	27 Feb 2025
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cptl.2025.102320
Publication status	Published online - 27 Feb 2025

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Keywords

Pharmacy education
Human-animal-environmental health
One Health framework
Interprofessional collaboration
Competency-based curriculum

UN SDGs

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Embedding pharmacy practice, veterinary pharmacy, and environmental pharmacy to implement 'One Health' in pharmacy education

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