In a drier world, some infectious diseases are unexpectedly thriving

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By Sachi Kitajima MulkeyAug 21, 2026, 4:30 am91 ptsTrending
The world has become hotter and, in many places, drier than ever before in recorded history. Just this summer, as some U.S. states battle over rights to the Colorado River, major reservoirs are at historically-low levels. In Puerto Rico, extended drought has exacerbated an infrastructure crisis, leaving…

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