Where Will The Next Pandemic Come From?

The video discusses how many new diseases originate from animals, particularly those with traits that make them more likely to spread diseases to humans. These animals, often fast-breeding species like rodents, have simple immune systems that allow them to carry infections for long periods. As humans encroach on natural habitats, the risk of disease transmission increases. Monitoring these high-risk species is crucial for predicting and preventing future outbreaks.

What are the two essential conditions for a disease to potentially cause a pandemic?

• An animal must be infected, and the disease must be airborne.

• An animal must be infected, and it must have the chance to infect a human.

• A human must be infected, and the disease must be waterborne.

• A human must be infected, and it must have the chance to infect an animal.

Which type of animals are more likely to spread diseases to humans?

• Animals with complex immune systems.

• Animals that live long and have few offspring.

• Animals that are herbivores.

• Animals that live fast, die young, and have simple immune systems.

Why do 'live fast, die young' species have more opportunities to spread diseases?

• They have fewer offspring.

• They adapt to various habitats, including human-dominated areas.

• They have complex immune systems.

• They avoid human contact.

What is a consequence of humans disturbing natural habitats?

• A decrease in animal-borne diseases.

• An increase in the complexity of animal immune systems.

• More opportunities for disease outbreaks.

• A reduction in genetic diversity of animals.

Which animals have been identified as having traits likely to spread new diseases?

• Birds and fish.

• Elephants and whales.

• Narrow-headed bull and lowland paca.

• Domestic cats and dogs.