Fighting a Virtual Pandemic
Imaginary Worlds
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Lessons from a Virtual Pandemic in Gaming
This chapter explores the striking similarities between a virtual pandemic in World of Warcraft and real-world epidemics, revealing insights that epidemiologists have drawn from the game. The discussion emphasizes how the game's realistic portrayal of virus spread offers valuable lessons for managing current global health crises.
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