The Address Book
99% Invisible
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The Power of Addresses in Public Health and Society
This chapter examines the historical and contemporary significance of street addresses in managing public health crises, with a focus on cholera outbreaks in London and Haiti. It highlights the complexities of addresses as tools for both governance and potential state control, especially within vulnerable communities. The chapter also proposes innovative solutions to support those lacking permanent addresses, emphasizing the need for equity in access to resources and opportunities.
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