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COVID-19 Characteristics and the Importance of Protecting Specific Groups
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COVID-19 has specific characteristics that make it easier to identify high-risk groups who need protection. The speaker also emphasizes the importance of recognizing the impact of other diseases, such as depression, and the potential consequences of targeting specific groups, similar to collateral damage from bombings.
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The COVID-19 pandemic has allowed for the identification of groups that are differentially protected or harmed.
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The COVID-19 pandemic has allowed for the identification of groups that are differentially protected or harmed. Involving local public health in implementing focus protection in their communities can lead to better protection for those at high risk.
ChapterCOVID-19 Characteristics and the Importance of Protecting Specific Groups
Episode#254 – Jay Bhattacharya: The Case Against Lockdowns
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The consequences of policy decisions can have lasting and harmful impacts, especially on marginalized communities.
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The consequences of policy decisions can have lasting and harmful impacts, especially on marginalized communities. It's important to acknowledge and address these harms rather than demonizing those who suffer from them.