Typhoid Mary | Cook, Carrier, Captive | 3
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The Challenges of Disease Detection
This chapter explores the rigorous work of a disease detective in the Epidemic Intelligence Service, focusing on a flesh-eating bacteria outbreak in the Navajo Nation. It highlights the vital role of community trust and collaboration during public health crises while illustrating the complexities of investigating outbreaks in marginalized communities. The narrative also touches on the broader implications of public health decisions during emergencies, using the case of Ebola Casey to discuss the interplay between science, fear, and politics.
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