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Typhoid Mary: Original Super-Spreader?
After Dark: Myths, Misdeeds & the Paranormal
The Hunt for Typhoid Mary
This chapter examines the investigation into a typhoid fever outbreak led by a determined sanitarian, focusing on the infamous carrier, Mary Mallon. The narrative captures the dramatic confrontation between the investigator and Mary, highlighting the societal implications of her actions as she spreads the disease across a community. It explores themes of prejudice, public health, and the complexities of her life as an asymptomatic carrier, culminating in her forced quarantine and the public's fascination with her plight.
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