Journal-based CME Course: Can One Health Policy Help Us Expand an Ethics of Interconnection and Interdependence?

Activity ID

13000

Expires

February 1, 2027

Format Type

Journal-based

CME Credit

Fee

$30

CME Provider: AMA Journal of Ethics

Description of CME Course

One Health a holistic approach to health that brings the moral status of animals and environments into consideration is understood as a “professional imperative,” a value-laden obligation that flows from the scope and objectives of professional roles. In this article, antimicrobial resistance provides a case study to demonstrate the fruitfulness of public health and bioethics collaborations by applying One Health key concepts of interconnection and interdependence. Moving toward an ethics of One Health requires a more nuanced analysis of ecological relationships, including humans’ connections to other species as hosts, vectors, domestic companions, meat-eaters’ food, and farmers’ livelihood.

Disclaimers

1. This activity is accredited by the American Medical Association.
2. This activity is free to AMA members.

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General Information on CME Activity

Educational Objectives

1. Explain a new or unfamiliar viewpoint on a topic of ethical or professional conduct
2. Evaluate the usefulness of this information for health care practice, teaching, or conduct
3. Decide whether and when to apply the new information to health care practice, teaching, or conduct

Keywords

Ethics, Antibiotic Use, Overuse, Resistance, Stewardship, Infectious Diseases

Competencies

Medical Knowledge, Professionalism

CME Credit Type

AMA PRA Category 1 Credit

DOI

10.1001/amajethics.2024.162