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Special Episode: John Green & Everything Is Tuberculosis

This Podcast Will Kill You

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The Changing Face of Tuberculosis

This chapter examines how the perception of tuberculosis shifted from romanticization to stigma following the discovery of mycobacterium tuberculosis. It discusses the societal implications of this change, focusing on race, poverty, and the emotional toll on individuals diagnosed with the disease. Additionally, the chapter highlights the ongoing global public health challenges and disparities in treatment access, particularly in low-resource settings like Sierra Leone.

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