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flag New study finds traded mammals are six times more likely to transmit diseases to humans.

flag A new study confirms that traded mammals are about six times more likely to transmit diseases to humans than non-traded species. flag Analyzing data from over 2,000 species, researchers found that 41% carried human-transmissible pathogens compared to just 6.4% of other mammals. flag Live animal markets and illegal trade were identified as major risk factors due to poor conditions and close contact, with experts urging stronger regulations to prevent future pandemics.

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