![Scientists warn of a potential new pandemic due to 'zombie viruses' in Siberia's thawing permafrost. Long-dormant viruses, released as the Arctic warms, pose a health risk with unknown consequences. Urgent research is called for to assess and mitigate this emerging threat.](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgwygsmtjjuuwxgtrlklj.supabase.co%2Fstorage%2Fv1%2Fobject%2Fpublic%2Farticle-images%2Foriginals%2F1705824039169.jpeg&w=1200&q=75)
Arctic zombie viruses in Siberia could spark terrifying new pandemic, scientists warn
Scientists warn of a potential new pandemic due to 'zombie viruses' in Siberia's thawing permafrost. Long-dormant viruses, released as the Arctic warms, pose a health risk with unknown consequences. Urgent research is called for to assess and mitigate this emerging threat.