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Ep 164 Rift Valley Fever: Ruminating on ruminants

This Podcast Will Kill You

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Colonial Legacy and Rift Valley Fever

This chapter investigates the historical context of the Maasai people's displacement during British colonial rule and the 1912 land issues in Laikipia. It details the emergence of Rift Valley Fever, the devastating outbreaks among livestock, and the socio-economic implications of disease management. Additionally, it critiques the scientific community's focus on agricultural interests over broader health concerns, revealing a complex interplay between colonization and disease.

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