“Out of Eden Walk” is a platform that shares many resourceful, educational post. They have a variety of subjects you can learn from! I happen to check out a few myself self one of which I got to share the interest of Jamal Glaves and the wildlife of Antillean manatees. Jamal Antillean is now a conservation biologist; however, it started off when he turned 11; he was love at first sight with exploration! Ever since he joined the research team, it has been his mission to help rescue Antillean manatees. Two decades later, Jamal has the program coordinator position for the Belize Manatee Conservation program at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute! To learn more about endangered manatees and how you can contribute, click here!
Reflection-I think it’s fascinating that he has such a strong interest in that area at such a young age! That was his calling, which is great. Also, tying into this, it is important to help preserve wildlife and create a cleaner environment for them!
Another exploration I came across was ” Plastic Pollution,” which discusses the use of plastic and its effect on the environment. Plastic can end up being recycled and reused, especially in areas like medicine and public safety. However, it is said that 40 percent of plastic is only used once before it is thrown out into the environment, where it lingers for a very long time. Eventually, the tossed plastic will break down into bits sized pieces called microplastic, where it is usually consumed by animals and people. We can all pitch in and keep the environment clean by not using plastic bags, bottles, straws, disposing of waste properly, and recycling. This will help make a difference in the community. To learn more about pollution, click here!
Reflection- Most of us today are all guilty of littering, and it is articles such as this that make you feel guilty for the time you did. Litter is a major cause of global and health hazards. To see pictures with massive litter everywhere saddens me. Awareness should be spread and it starts with someone like you!
In addition, I learned about ” Infectious Disease” which discusses the process of how people get sick. The initial start of someone getting sick is when an organism that is big or small invades the body and infects it. These infectious agents determine the severity of the infection and some can be life-threatening. Bacterial and viruses attack the human body on a cellular level. Parasites such as tapeworms can enter the human body and feed off the blood and nutrients without killing the host! Here is an article to learn more in-depth about this topic!
Reflection- Infectious disease is something many of us have experienced throughout our lifetime. Whether it was from a virus or something else, we know how deathly these infectious agents can be. Therefore, it’s important to keep up with your health.
