The Spreadsheet of Life and Death
Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford
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Ethics in Healthcare Allocation
This chapter explores the ethical challenges of resource allocation in healthcare, focusing on life extension treatments and the influence of Quality Adjusted Life Years (QALYs). Through a patient’s cancer journey, it highlights the emotional and economic complexities of prioritizing care, alongside discussions on COVID-19 lockdowns and innovative health metrics.
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