How shrinking biodiversity fuels the rise of Lyme disease
In short: Lyme disease has become a leading arthropod-borne illness since 1975. This video explores how human impact on animal habitats and declining biodiversity may be driving its prevalence.
The video examines the link between human-driven environmental changes and the spread of Lyme disease. It suggests that as biodiversity decreases, the ecological balance shifts, potentially allowing for a higher frequency of disease transmission to humans.
Produced by the American Museum of Natural History, the feature highlights the unexpected consequences of habitat alteration. It serves as a case study on how human activity reshapes the relationship between wildlife, insects, and human health.
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