Abdul Hakim Al-Wa'id

Dr. Abdul Hakim Al-Wa'id is a representative of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations, focusing on the critical link between human and animal health. He advocates for a One Health approach to prevent zoonotic diseases, emphasizing the importance of early disease detection and response. His work includes enhancing collaboration among countries to combat animal-borne diseases and improving health outcomes globally. Al-Wa'id was recently in the news for his remarks at a global conference on health, highlighting the need for integrated health strategies.