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At Adtalem, we envision a world where health is in harmony for people, animals, and the environment. Our commitment to interdisciplinary education and research across multiple healthcare disciplines fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence in healthcare education preparing students to become the next generation of global health leaders promoting health solutions for the communities, environments, and animals they serve.

Join us in discovering the power of One Health—a holistic approach connecting human, animal, and environmental health. By breaking down silos and fostering collaboration, One Health aims to address global health challenges, from infectious diseases to environmental sustainability. Join the movement with Adtalem and be part of a healthier, harmonious world. 

Creating Health in Harmony at Adtalem

Health in Harmony explores the interconnectivity we share with animals and environment, and what it takes across multiple disciplines—physicians, veterinarians, public health experts, environmental scientists, government officials—to achieve the best possible health outcomes for all.  

From One Health programs and cutting-edge research at Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine, to public health programs at Chamberlain University and Walden University, all of Adtalem’s institutions give their students an opportunity to create harmony for healthcare.  

One Health by the Numbers
Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine (RUSVM) offers research programs focused on emerging infectious and zoonotic diseases, conservation medicine and ecosystem health. Nearly 1,000 research and scientific papers have been published by researchers at RUSVM in the last decade.
 
Over 60% of known infectious diseases in people are spread from animals, and 75% of new or emerging infectious diseases in people come from animals. –CDC
Zoonotic diseases cause over 2.5 billion cases of human illness and 2.7 million deaths annually worldwide. –World Economic Forum
Human activities leading to biodiversity loss, such as deforestation and habitat destruction, increase the risk of zoonotic disease spillover. About 31% of emerging infectious diseases are linked to changes in land use. –NIH
 
By 2050, antimicrobial-resistant infections could cause 10 million deaths per year and cost the global economy up to $100 trillion if no action is taken. –UNEP

Insights and Impact

Stories of how Adtalem is fostering Health in Harmony.

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What AI, Big Data Tell Us About Cancer in Golden Retrievers

Approximately 1 in 4 dogs will develop cancer. See what answers researchers at Adtalem found by analyzing data from the lives of thousands of Golden Retrievers.

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When Offering Options Is the Standard in Veterinary Care

Taking a ‘spectrum of care’ approach means providing judgment-free paths for owners and their pets.

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How Veterinarians Can Contribute to Global Health

Opportunities locally and internationally, plus the tools and traits for success.

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"Bridging the Gap 2023 Sustainability Report"
New Sustainability Report Details Adtalem’s Impact on Education, Healthcare

‘Bridging the Gap’ highlights commitment to providing educational access at scale to address workforce shortages and health equity.

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How a Veterinary Student Views the World with a Camera Lens

Celebrate the natural beauty of our world with Hope Bartlin, an Adtalem student and award-winning wildlife photographer. See some of her best photos.

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How Adtalem Students Help Improve Veterinary Education
How Adtalem Students Help Improve Veterinary Education

From dental care for dogs to course development, future veterinarians at Adtalem are helping improve how they learn to be caring healthcare providers.

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