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How to Confront the Things that Suck (Live with John Green)

The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos

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TB and the Human Spirit

In this chapter, a live podcast event explores the realities of tuberculosis through the eyes of a young patient named Henry at La Cah Tuberculosis Hospital in Sierra Leone. The discussion addresses the social stigma surrounding TB, the impact of historical narratives, and the ongoing crisis of the disease in contemporary society. The speakers emphasize the importance of compassion and understanding toward those affected, challenging societal perceptions and romanticized views of illness.

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