Articles for author: Sameen David

Sameen David

As wildlife trade expands, so do pathways for disease spillover to humans

Wildlife Trade Surge Creates More Avenues for Animal Diseases to Infect Humans

As wildlife trade expands, so do pathways for disease spillover to humans – Image for illustrative purposes only (Image credits: Pixabay) Rescued chimpanzees in Sierra Leone receive care after confiscation from illegal pet traders, highlighting the intimate contacts that fuel disease risks. Scientists have tracked how global commerce in wild mammals has expanded over decades, ...