Asked Quote by Sharon Moalem
““In evolutionary terms, that means we asked for it.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast “Science Vs” episode on pandemics, 2022
Humans have created conditions that favor the emergence of new diseases, making us partly responsible for their spread.
In simple terms: We cause conditions that let diseases appear.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and change risky behaviors.
Themes
responsibility
evolution
health
human impact
Mood
concerned
urgent
Type
cautionary
informative
When to use this quote
- public health policy
- urban planning
- wildlife trade
- climate change mitigation
Key Concepts
epidemiology
anthropogenic risk
viral emergence
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies balance progress with disease risk?
- What policies could reduce anthropogenic disease emergence?
A Different Perspective
Human actions can’t fully control natural evolution.
