The secret weapon against pandemics | Georges C. Benjamin
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Reopening Society: A Public Health Perspective
This chapter addresses the critical steps needed for safely reopening society amid a pandemic, focusing on the importance of public health measures like mask-wearing and hygiene. It contrasts the U.S. response to countries with robust health systems that have successfully managed public health crises through proactive strategies such as early testing and contact tracing. The chapter underscores the necessity of cultural shifts towards personal responsibility in health, alongside the challenges and considerations for safely returning children to school.
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