TED: How to stop the next pandemic? Stop deforestation | Neil Vora

The speaker, a doctor with a unique career in saving forests, discusses the flaws in reactive public health approaches and emphasizes the importance of preventing outbreaks by addressing deforestation. They highlight the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health, and share success stories of combating deforestation. The talk underscores the need for collaborative efforts across health, climate, and conservation sectors to prevent future pandemics and slow climate change.

What unusual career path did the speaker take after completing their internal medicine training?

What are some of the solutions proposed to prevent outbreaks before they begin?

How does deforestation contribute to the spread of infectious diseases?

What is the relationship between climate change and infectious diseases according to the speaker?

What role do bats play in the ecosystem, and why is their protection important?

In what ways did the Brazilian government successfully reduce deforestation?

How can communities effectively address deforestation while improving health outcomes?