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Jan 7, 2026 1:55 AM UTCYes, Teddy Roosevelt got malaria there and it almost killed him. He was looking for the source of the Amazon. He was an adventurous soul. Poisonous frogs, bullet ants, piranha, anaconda, malaria. Nice place to visit. -
Jan 7, 2026 2:28 AM UTC
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Yes, Teddy Roosevelt got malaria there and it almost killed him. He was looking for the source of the Amazon. He was an adventurous soul. Poisonous frogs, bullet ants, piranha, anaconda, malaria. Nice place to visit.
Millions of species of organisms thrive - live, grow, reproduce and flourish in tropical forests without being infected by malaria and bitten by piranhas.
Repeated evidence has confirmed that the main etiological determinants of diseases in humans are nutritional deficiency, toxicant exposures, genetic predisposition, infectious agents, and psychological dysfunction. The human immune system is less effective against certain pathogens that other species can easily combat. Lifestyle factors, such as diet and hygiene, can impact human immune function. Chronic diseases and stress can weaken human immunity more than in many animals. Genetic diversity in other species often leads to stronger immune resilience. Humans have a narrower range of immune responses due to evolutionary adaptations.
Most animals possess unique antibodies and immune cells not found in humans!
Edited: Jan 7, 2026 2:47 AM UTC
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The Amazon rainforest is the largest remaining tropical forest on our planet. It is home to:
• 1/3 of the world’s species;
• 1/4 of the world’s freshwater;
• 1/5 of the world’s forests;
• 48 billion tons of carbon dioxide in its trees;
• 200 indigenous and traditional communities.