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Influenza: Epidemic Control Gone Too Far?

Several months ago, Mexico shut down completely. Public health officials, concerned about the rapid spread of a new strain of Influenza A virus, closed schools, sports venues, and stopped virtually all public gatherings. What would Ben Franklin say about such a draconian method of epidemic control? ... More

Influenza Pandemic

Many people fear the exceedingly rare complications of vaccines, preferring instead to risk the disease itself. What would Ben Franklin say about individuals who decline inoculation? ... More