Mountain Gorilla research: the risk of disease transmission relative to the benefit from the perspective of ecosystem health

Authors :: Cranfield, Michael R.
Source :: American Journal of Primatology. August, 2008, Vol. 70 Issue 8, 751-754
Publication Year :: 2008
Abstract: The article discusses the roles of Mountain Gorilla Veterinary Program (MGVP), a non-profit veterinary health organization. The main aim of the organization is to minimize the risks and to increase the benefits of the research to the great apes.

Subjects :: Disease transmission -- Risk factors
Gorillas -- Health aspects
Anthropology/archeology/folklore
Biological sciences
Health
Psychology and mental health

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