Statement from the participants of the One Health Summit September 21-22 in Washington, D.C., related to the United Nations' General Assembly call to action on global antimicrobial resistance

1. Developing global standards of responsible antibiotic use in livestock.
2. Support elimination of the use of shared-class antibiotics for growth promotion purposes globally, regardless of whether they are allowed by local regulations.
3. Continue to identify new and better ways to care for animals to enhance animal welfare and reduce the need for antibiotics, including fostering an environment that stimulates innovation.
4. Support increasing veterinary training and capacity, particularly in developing countries, to ensure proper use of antibiotics and other tools.
5. Improving antimicrobial resistance monitoring and reporting, so we can accurately identify issues and track progress against resistance.

We recognize the importance of healthy animals and their impact on human health and the health of the environment, as well as their role in meeting the expected 60 percent increase in protein demand. Healthy animals mitigate antimicrobial resistance potential and reduce disease spread. Healthy animals have a better quality of life and fulfill the growing need for meat, milk and eggs to nourish the increasing global population. Healthy animals use resources more efficiently, lessening our environmental footprint.

We will work across the global protein food chain and the health systems to address this critical societal need, using a balanced, One Health approach to protect the health of animals, people and the planet.

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SOURCE Elanco Animal Health