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Persisting Pandemics: Syphilis, AIDS, COVID
Join infectious diseases doctor and medical historian Professor Powel Kazanjian for a fascinating lecture on his latest book Persisting Pandemics. The lecture will take place on Friday, September 26th from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at the Redwood Library & Athenaeum.
“From antiquity to today, epidemic diseases have devastated nations and their populations. Repeatedly, epidemics like syphilis, AIDS and COVID, have triggered broad ranging consequences for societies in the economic, cultural, religious, and governmental realms. We examine the histories of these diseases to explore how civilizations have become vulnerable to epidemics and refractory to efforts to eliminate disease. We can also use these histories to inform us and hopefully provide guidance on issues involving mistrust of science, governmental downplaying of disease threat, and prioritizing personal liberties over public good. These issues vex public health officials who confront today’s outbreaks and affect all of us who live in society today.”
This event is free; however, we ask that you please register in advance on our website.
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Website: https://go.evvnt.com/3230188-0
