Deforestation driving malaria risk among vulnerable children in sub-Saharan Africa, finds study
India, March 7 -- Children living in deforested areas, particularly in poorer households, are at a higher risk of malaria
A new study has found links between deforestation driving malaria risk among vulnerable children in sub-Saharan Africa. The loss of forest cover not only disrupts ecosystems but also contributes to the spread of malaria, particularly among vulnerable children, according to a new study conducted at the University of Vermont, United States.
Deforestation disrupts local climate patterns, creating ideal breeding grounds for malaria-carrying mosquitos. As a result, children who live in deforested areas are more likely to get the disease. The study emphasised the link between environmental degradation and public health, es...
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