This webinar highlights Crimean-Congo Haemorrhagic Fever (CCHF), a severe zoonotic disease primarily transmitted by ticks to humans, which is becoming a significant global health threat in recent years. Drawing insights from recent experiences in Iraq, the session underscores the necessity of adopting a comprehensive One Health approach, advocating for integrated strategies across human, animal, and environmental health sectors to effectively control and prevent CCHF.
Speakers:
Welcome remarks: Maria Van Kerkhove, WHO
Overview of CCHF: Anais Legan, WHO
CCHF in the Eastern Mediterranean Region: Chiori Kodama, WHO EMRO
CCHF epidemiology and control efforts made in Iraq: Adnan Khamasi, WHO Iraq
Q&As