Fungos na Perspectiva da Saúde Única: Interações, Impactos e Medidas de Biossegurança

• DOI: https://doi.org/10.22533/at.ed.659112610023

• Palavras-chave: One Health, micotoxinas, resistência antifúngica, Medicina veterinária

• Keywords: One Health, mycotoxins, antifungal resistance, veterinary medicine

• Abstract: The increasing complexity of the relationships between humans, animals, and the environment has highlighted the need for integrated approaches to understand and address global health challenges. In this context, the concept of One Health emerges as an interdisciplinary proposal aimed at promoting collective well-being and preventing disease in an interconnected system. Considering this, this work aims to discuss the role of fungi from the perspective of One Health, addressing their impacts on human, animal, and environmental health, as well as the biosecurity and containment measures necessary to mitigate their effects. Throughout this work, we present the main genera of the Fungi kingdom that have medical, veterinary, and agricultural relevance, and we highlight the increase in antifungal resistance resulting from the indiscriminate use of fungicides. Furthermore, we discuss how climate change has favored the adaptation and emergence of new pathogenic species, such as Candida auris, increasing the risks to public health and ecosystems. Finally, we emphasize the importance of collaborative surveillance and control strategies, based on sustainable practices and the rational use of antifungals. Therefore, we conclude that addressing the challenges posed by fungi requires a transdisciplinary and cooperative approach, grounded in the integration of science, policy, and society, in order to guarantee food, environmental, and sanitary security on a global scale.