Lab Leak: Could Smallpox Come Back?
Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford
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The Smallpox Scare: Unfolding Mystery
This chapter explores the harrowing case of Janet Parker, who inexplicably develops smallpox symptoms, leading to widespread confusion and urgency among medical professionals. It highlights the chaotic public health response in Birmingham as authorities scramble to manage the unexpected outbreak, revealing the complexities of disease transmission and the challenges in controlling infectious threats.
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