Pandemic frequency rises due to ecosystem disruptions linked to climate change and biodiversity loss.

The article examines the rising frequency of pandemics, linking them to human-induced disruptions in ecosystems, particularly climate change and biodiversity loss. Healthy ecosystems regulate diseases, but their degradation increases the risk of pathogen emergence. Examples include the spread of diseases due to expanded habitats for disease-carrying species. Adopting a "planetary health" approach, which focuses on the interconnectedness of human and natural systems, is essential for preventing future pandemics.

September 29, 2024
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