Résumé
The geographical distribution and incidence of vector-borne diseases is increasing favoured by environmental degradations and climate change. The implementation of an integrated surveillance is of paramount importance to efficiently prevent vector-borne diseases. MediLabSecure is a capacity- building project funded by the European Commission that aims at reinforcing a OH network of national reference laboratories and public health institutions to improve preparedness and response capacities to vector-borne diseases, in 22 EU neighbouring countries of the Mediterranean, Balkans, Black Sea and Sahel regions.The main lines of action are capacity building through training activities and multisectoral networking, both centred on the promotion of the added value of a One Health approach.The key successes of the project are: i) the setting up of rapid detection capacities in case of emergence/ re-emergence and epidemics ii) the strengthening of identification, mapping, and control capacities for vectors of interest. iii) the production of 19 operating procedures and 5 tools for vector identification iv) the formulation of recommendations to improve the integration of data between sectors for risk assessment and in national surveillance plans v) the organization of 5 global and regional meetings to foster regional and multisectoral networking and promote OH added value.MediLabSecure is now a well-established OH network in the peri Mediterranean region bringing together 111 national reference laboratories and public health institutions from the human and animal health sector; and gathering more than 200 multidisciplinary experts. The main achievement in terms of detection capacities, risk mapping and intersectoral networking is the demonstration of how concrete actions can lead to a successful OH implementation approach. The network is now ready for further development to empower members by promoting in-country initiatives and by supporting the OH advocacy to national stakeholders to leverage the political engagement.