A one health framework for the evaluation of rabies control programmes: a case study from Colombo City, Sri Lanka.

ABSTRACT:

Background

One Health addresses complex challenges to promote the health of all species and the environment by integrating relevant sciences at systems level. Its application to zoonotic diseases is recommended, but few coherent frameworks exist that combine approaches from multiple disciplines. Rabies requires an interdisciplinary approach for effective and efficient management.

Methodology/principal findings

A framework is proposed to assess the value of rabies interventions holistically. The economic assessment compares additional monetary and non-monetary costs and benefits of an intervention taking into account epidemiological, animal welfare, societal impact and cost data. It is complemented by an ethical assessment. The framework is applied to Colombo City, Sri Lanka,

SUBMITTER: Hasler B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4207696 | biostudies-literature | 2014 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature