More than 40% of traded mammal species share at least one pathogen with humans, compared with only 6% of non-traded mammals.

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Of the 2,079 mammal species traded worldwide, 41 per cent share at least one pathogen with humans, according to new data released today.

Pathogen surveillance is the process of constantly monitoring pathogens and analyzing their genetic material. By analyzing the genetic makeup of pathogens, scientists can track their spread, detect ...