Wildlife trade drives animal-to-human pathogen transmission over 40 years

Science | AAAS·Apr 9

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A study has found that the wildlife trade has driven the transmission of pathogens from animals to humans over the past 40 years. The trade is reported to increase the risk of disease spillover to humans, with some research suggesting that certain animals, such as monkeys imported for medical research, may pose a particular risk. The overall trend indicates that the wildlife trade is linked to an increased risk of zoonotic disease transmission to humans.

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