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Don Boudreaux on the Pandemic

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CHAPTER

Pandemic Perceptions: Media, Fear, and Policy

This chapter examines the media's role in amplifying fear during the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on the dramatic portrayal of hospital scenes and public risk perceptions. It critiques the effectiveness of lockdown measures and highlights the socio-economic impacts of pandemic-related policies on various demographics, particularly vulnerable populations. The discussion emphasizes the need for a balanced approach to public health that accounts for individual autonomy and broader health implications.

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