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41. Dr. Bapu Jena on Why Freakonomics Is the Best Medicine

People I (Mostly) Admire

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Understanding COVID-19 Transmission in Social Settings

This chapter explores a study on the spread of COVID-19 during small social gatherings, emphasizing the challenges of researching such environments. It highlights the correlation between birthday celebrations and increased COVID-19 diagnoses, emphasizing how close interactions can lead to virus transmission. The discussion also examines the ethical implications of clinical trials and compensation for volunteers, bridging the gap between economic reasoning and medical ethics.

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