NASA Investment in Cholera Forecasts Helps Save Lives in Yemen
Monday, August 27, 2018 - 16:40
in Astronomy & Space
Portal origin URL: NASA Investment in Cholera Forecasts Helps Save Lives in YemenPortal origin nid: 431007Published: Monday, August 27, 2018 - 16:33Featured (stick to top of list): noPortal text teaser: For the first time ever, measurements from NASA Earth-observing research satellites are being used to help combat a potential outbreak of life-threatening cholera. Humanitarian teams in Yemen are targeting areas identified by a NASA-supported project that precisely forecasts high-risk regions based on environmental conditions observed from space.Portal image: UNICEF distributes clean water and information about cholera to prevent outbreaks of the disease in YemenScience Categories: Earth