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New research suggests human actions could be driving increase in disease outbreaks

Infectious disease outbreaks are on the rise worldwide. A new analysis finds human actions, from deforestation to climate change, are partly responsible.

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Jonathan Lambert is a correspondent for NPR's Science Desk, where he covers global health.