UK Health Radio Podcast
UK Health Radio Podcast
9: Our Altered World with Neel Zaver - Episode 9
9: Our Altered World with Neel Zaver - Episode 9
9: Our Altered World with Neel Zaver - Episode 9
Wednesday 16th April 2025
Neel Zaver talks with Gladys Ghalema-Zikusoka about her journey in wildlife conservation and how improving human health can protect gorillas.
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Episode Overview
- Improving human health helps protect wildlife.
- Eco-tourism has both positive and negative impacts on conservation.
- Zoonotic diseases can affect both humans and animals.
- Community involvement is crucial for successful conservation.
- Climate change is impacting gorilla habitats and human health.
You can't protect the wildlife without improving the health and well-being of the local communities.
Feeling overwhelmed by climate change? Neel Zaver's 'Our Altered World' is here to inspire you. In this episode, Neel chats with Gladys Ghalema-Zikusoka from Conservation through Public Health (CTPH). Gladys shares her incredible journey from a pet-loving teenager to Uganda's first wildlife vet. She discusses how her unique approach to conservation, which includes improving the health of local communities, is making a significant impact on gorilla populations and their habitats.
You'll hear about the challenges of zoonotic diseases, the positive effects of eco-tourism, and the innovative strategies used by CTPH to mitigate climate change's impact on wildlife and human health. Gladys’s story is a testament to how interconnected our health is with the environment. If you're curious about how you can contribute to conservation efforts or simply want to feel hopeful about our planet's future, this episode is a must-listen.
So, why not take a break from your day and tune in? You might just find the inspiration you need to make a difference.