Key habitats are disappearing, with 85% of wetlands lost since the industrial era.
To combat this, the World Health Organization (WHO) and other bodies emphasize the " One Health " approach. This concept highlights that human, animal, and environmental health are interconnected. A major UN assessment warns that conservation efforts will likely fail without radical action to change how we produce and consume resources. Impact on Human Society One of the world
Up to 1 million species of plants and animals are currently threatened with extinction, many within decades, representing a rate tens to hundreds of times faster than historical averages. Key habitats are disappearing, with 85% of wetlands