Pura Vida- An Exploration of the One Health Impacts from Costa Rica’s Conservation Programs

Paige Fino

Since the 1980s, Costa Rica has successfully increased its forest coverage from 21% to over 60% by ending legislation contributing to deforestation and introducing new programs to protect the environment. These programs have also positively impacted endangered species, reduced poverty, allowed for economic growth, and shifted the public’s opinion of natural resources. In the modern world, Costa Rica offers insight into the far-reaching impacts of conservation and hope for positive change in other countries.

Major: 
Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences
Exhibition Category: 
Health and Life Sciences
Exhibition Format: 
Poster Presentation
Campus: 
University Park
Faculty Sponsor: 
Jennifer Koehl
Poster Number: 
121