The urban one health approach for the planning of effective interventions on territory: a systematic analysis of the scientific literature

The aims of this research is to conduct an analysis of the existing scientific literature on the concept of Urban One Health that is an innovative and integrated approach that connects human, animal and environmental health within urban planning and development processes. This multidisciplinary paradigm is a concrete and necessary response to the challenges posed by contemporary urbanisation, environmental sustainability and the well-being of populations. The Urban One Health approach promotes an holistic vision that recognises the interconnection between urban ecosystems and public health. The main purpose of this study is to expand the theoretical and practical knowledge and understanding of the Urban One Health concept, highlighting its main implications for contemporary urban planning. For this scope, the analysis focuses on identifying interdisciplinary tools, strategies and methodologies that can support a more resilient, inclusive and conscious urban transformation in line with the principles of sustainability. Through the examination of the scientific literature, it was possible to identify three criteria that characterise the Urban One Health approach: firstly, the definition of specific research objectives focused on the integration of health and urban planning; secondly, the analysis of the context as a field of interaction between biological, social and environmental factors; and finally, the use of interdisciplinary research methodologies, capable of understanding the complexity of the issue.