Gemmato: the Izs of Abruzzo and Molise designated FAO reference center for One Health | Healthcare24

“Congratulations to the Giuseppe Caporale Experimental Zooprophylactic Institute of Abruzzo and Molise for having been designated as the FAO Reference Center for One Health”. This was stated by the undersecretary for health, Marcello Gemmato, with responsibility for animal health, underlining that the Teramo institute recently received this prestigious honor in recognition of its exceptional contributions in the field of animal, human and environmental health. “The designation as an FAO Reference Center for One Health – he continues – testifies to the institute’s commitment and excellence in promoting health and well-being through an integrated and multidisciplinary approach”.
“I would like to underline the importance of adopting a One Health strategy, in which human, animal and environmental well-being run on the same track – adds Gemmato – to face complex global health challenges. The IZS of Teramo, with its commitment and expertise, has proven to be a point of reference in the field of One Health, significantly contributing to the protection of public health and the environment”.
“A round of applause to the entire IZS team of Teramo for their extraordinary work and dedication in promoting One Health and in obtaining this prestigious nomination – concludes the undersecretary -. The IZS of Teramo continues to represent a fundamental pillar in the national and international public health panorama, and the Ministry of Health is committed to continuing to support its important initiatives and projects”.