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Florence Nightingale and Her Geeks Declare War on Death

Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford

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Visualizing Health: Nightingale's Legacy

This chapter explores the historical significance of Florence Nightingale's data visualization, focusing on her impactful Rose Diagram and its role in shaping public health perceptions. It examines the effectiveness of various chart designs and their implications for communicating health outcomes during the Crimean War.

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