Covid-19, Humans, and Wildlife: What Do We Know?
Synopsis
Three experts discuss how the COVID-19 outbreak began in a wildlife market in China and its impact on human health and wildlife conservation.
Synopsis
Natasha Daley, a staff writer at National Geographic, leads a panel discussion on COVID-19's impact on human and wildlife health. Joined by Dr. Chris Golden from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Dr. Rodrigo Medellin from the University of Mexico, and Dr. Suzan Murray from the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute, the group discusses the origins of the pandemic and the role of wildlife markets. They address strategies for preventing future outbreaks and the need for better understanding of wildlife trade and habitat loss.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Meet Dr. Chris Golden, a leader in planetary health.
- Find out how wildlife markets contribute to pandemics.
- See the impact of COVID-19 on animal welfare.
Did You Know
- COVID-19 had an initial outbreak in a wildlife market in China.
- Dr. Chris Golden has conducted environmental and public health research for 20 years.
- Dr. Rodrigo Medina has directed over 50 thesis projects in 16 countries.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Natasha Daley's role at National Geographic?
Natasha Daley is a staff writer at National Geographic covering animal welfare, wildlife exploitation, and wildlife conservation.
What is Dr. Chris Golden's area of expertise?
Dr. Chris Golden is an assistant professor of planetary health at Harvard's T.H. Chan School of Public Health, focusing on the intersection of global environmental change and human health.
How many countries has Dr. Rodrigo Medina worked with on bat conservation?
Dr. Rodrigo Medina has projects or students in 16 countries across 4 continents.
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