Does biodiversity suppress infectious disease emergence?

Ecosystems provide us with food, water and recreation opportunities. But they may also help to suppress the spread of infectious diseases.

, co-director of the , makes the link between biodiversity and human health.

Using Lyme disease and Ross River Virus as examples, Prof Weinstein makes the case听that healthy and biodiverse ecosystems can suppress the emergence of infectious diseases.

Not convinced? Watch his seminar and challenge yourself:



This seminar was featured at the听, which showcased the science underpinning environmental decision making, policy and management in South Australia.
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