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The Troubling Link Between Deforestation and Disease

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This chapter explores the historical context of the 2013 Ebola virus outbreak in West Africa, which claimed over 11,000 lives. The speakers discuss a report linking the outbreak to deforestation caused by mining and timber operations, emphasizing the troubling connection between environmental changes and public health crises.

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