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by Laura D. Urdes, Chris Walster, Julius Tepper
Oceans and other wetlands cover approximately 70% of the Earth’s surface and represent some of the most vital and dynamic ecosystems on the planet. These aquatic environments provide essential functions that support both planetary and human well-being – from regulating climate through carbon sequestration and influencing weather patterns, to sustaining biodiversity and supplying food and livelihoods to billions of people. They act as buffers against extreme weather events, nurseries for marine life, and crucial components of global nutrient and water cycles. This textbook explores the interconnectedness between aquatic ecosystems and human health through the lens of the One Health approach. It also aligns with a number of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals and has been written as an accessible resource for students, researchers, and practitioners working within the One Health framework.
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