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Extra Life: A Short History of Living Longer

Data

Track the importance of data mapping and analysis in the quest to improve public health. The painstaking work of past data detectives made us aware of epidemic "curves" as well as the extent of health inequalities among different U.S. communities.

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Behavior

Learn the importance of persuading the public to protect themselves during health crises.

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Medical Drugs

Learn about the surprisingly recent invention of medicine that combats illness directly.

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Vaccines

See the role vaccination plays in our growing ability to prevent the spread of illness.

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