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Ed Yong on the Pandemic’s Legacy on Science Research and Reporting

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Navigating Misinformation in Public Health

This chapter critiques the inadequacies of public health communication strategies revealed during the pandemic, emphasizing the need for a more nuanced approach to collective health issues. It discusses the dangers of individualistic framing of health risks and the significant impact of misinformation on patient-provider relationships. The conversation also highlights the shared human experience of seeking clarity amidst confusion and the lasting effects of collective trauma.

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