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The Value of Death

The Lancet Voice

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Do We Really Need to Stop Flue Every Year?

There are many different causes of death, so it can't make sense to try and eradicate every last death. But i think if we were to talk about death much more, perhaps we would be able to have these discussions in a more positive, open way. We're not decreasing suffering, that the sum of suffering is increased. viewed from an economist's point of view, that potential looks like a very, very bad investment.

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