"Rising Concerns Over Ancient 'Zombie' Viruses Resurfacing Due to Climate Change"
Scientists warn that rising global temperatures are causing ancient viruses trapped in permafrost to thaw and become infectious, posing a potential threat to humans. As permafrost melts, viruses that coexisted with Neanderthals thousands of years ago are being released, with some already infecting amoebas. The risk of encountering and being infected by these "zombie viruses" increases as human presence in the Arctic grows due to permafrost melting and global warming, making previously inhospitable regions more accessible.