Experts warn COVID is not the last, climate change could bring more viruses
Former WHO scientist Soumya Swaminathan warns that climate change, with rising temperatures and extreme weather, is increasing the risk of new viruses jumping from animals to humans. She highlighted that biodiversity loss and global temperature rise are exacerbating these health threats. Strong public policies and international collaboration are crucial to combat these interconnected challenges.
Former WHO scientist Soumya Swaminathan warns that climate change, with rising temperatures and extreme weather, is increasing the risk of new viruses jumping from animals to humans. She highlighted that biodiversity loss and global temperature rise are exacerbating these health threats. Strong public policies and international collaboration are crucial to combat these interconnected challenges.
