The Troubling Link Between Deforestation and Disease

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The Troubling Link Between Deforestation and Disease

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Jul 20, 2020

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There's evidence deforestation has gotten worse under the pandemic. It's especially troubling news. Scientists are discovering a strong correlation between deforestation and disease outbreaks. NPR correspondent Nathan Rott talks to Short Wave reporter Emily Kwong.

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Jul 20, 2020

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The Troubling Link Between Deforestation and Disease

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