France Launches First Ever One Global Health Forum at WHO Academy Campus

Lyon, France – In December 2024, the France One Global Health (FrOGH) network was officially launched during the Global Health Festival in Lyon. This innovative network aims to unite key academic and hospital leaders across France who focus on global health, fostering stronger collaboration between French health experts and their international peers.

FrOGH brings together a diverse group of stakeholders from hospitals and universities dedicated to addressing health challenges that cross national borders. These challenges include:

• Infectious diseases
• Urban health issues
• The One Health approach, which emphasizes the interconnectedness of humans, animals, and the environment

This year marks an important milestone as the network organizes its inaugural forum at the World Health Organization (WHO) Academy campus in Lyon. The WHO Academy serves as a hub for knowledge sharing and training on global health matters.

During the forum, WHO Academy staff will lead sessions centered on key emerging themes within the field of global health, including:

1. One Health strategies
2. Urban health challenges

The event will provide a unique platform for exchange between national and international experts, highlighting France’s expanding role in the global health landscape. Through fostering international partnerships and knowledge sharing, FrOGH is positioned to strengthen public health initiatives and research both within France and internationally.

The launch of FrOGH and its first forum comes at a critical time when global collaboration on health issues is essential. Several pressing matters require coordinated action across countries, such as:

• Pandemic preparedness
• Climate change impacts on health
• Rapid urbanization

FrOGH’s creation at the Global Health Festival underlines the importance of multidisciplinary collaboration. By bringing together academics, clinicians, and policymakers, the network aims to generate innovative solutions to complex health challenges.

Looking ahead, the France One Global Health network is expected to serve as a continuous forum for discussion, learning, and partnership development. Its activities will likely influence future health policies and research agendas at both local and international levels.

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