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Andrew Wehrman On Why It Is Crucial To Study Pandemics Of The Past

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Loss and Pandemics: A Historical Reflection

This chapter examines the emotional impacts of loss and grief across human history, particularly in relation to pandemics and diseases. It highlights the historical ignorance surrounding health crises and draws connections between past experiences and modern realities, revealing how fear and confusion have been constant throughout time. The discussion underscores the profound influence of public health on significant political events, urging a reevaluation of historical narratives often overshadowed by warfare.

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