Health in Harmony | Adtalem Global Education

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

The Lasting Impact of Adtalem’s Donkey Herd

Adtalem’s Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine is home to a donkey herd that advances education, research, and agricultural sustainability for their island home.

September 25, 2024

Improving Health Equity for Latinx Pet Owners

Adtalem’s Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine launched a course for students to improve clinical communications and cultural understandings of their Latinx clients.

September 19, 2024

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Veterinary Home Care Instructions Are Too Complicated

Dr. Christopher Biancaniello, DVM ’24, decodes veterinary discharge instructions to help pets heal better.

September 18, 2024

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Staying Scentered: The Anesthesiologist with a Lavender Farm

Dr. Henry Cabrera, MD ’03, created an aromatic oasis that soothes the soul.

September 09, 2024

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Climate Change is Changing How Nurses Care for the Elderly

From deadly heat waves to smothering wildfire smoke. How nurses need to prepare to help vulnerable older adults.

September 03, 2024

Coconut Retrievers: Second Chances for Caribbean Stray Dogs

Veterinarians from Adtalem’s alumni network are volunteering to find Caribbean stray dogs a new life in the United States. Meet the team and see before-and-after photos of the life-changing companions that inspire their mission.

August 26, 2024

Adtalem Ranks No. 3 for Veterinary Graduate Matches

For a fourth year, Adtalem’s Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine was in the top four for graduates matching into internships and residency positions.

August 22, 2024

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.

July 25, 2024