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Carl Zimmer: The Living Sky

Clear+Vivid with Alan Alda

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Unveiling Airborne Transmission: Historical Insights and Modern Implications

This chapter explores early misconceptions regarding airborne transmission of diseases during the COVID-19 pandemic, spotlighting historical research from the 1930s. It emphasizes the significance of acknowledging airborne diseases through experiments, including one that showcased reduced measles spread using ultraviolet lamps.

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