Why are certain meats prohibited?

Fatwa, posted 4.22.2010, from Egypt, in:
Religious Authority: 
Muhammad Ghazali II
Fatwa Question or Essay Title: 
Why are certain meats prohibited?

Certain meats, such as pork or dead animal's meat, are prohibited in Islam because of their dangerous effects on human health. Eating such meats does not seem to have a negative impact instantly, but medical research has proved that they are harmful.