Pandemic Lockdown of 1918

The Spanish flu, caused by the H1N1 virus, infected a third of the global population, killing up to 50 million people. While cities like Boston and Philadelphia were severely affected, the town of Gunnison, Colorado, implemented strict quarantine measures, avoiding any cases or deaths. Gunnison's response remains a significant example of effective public health measures during a pandemic.

What was the impact of the Spanish flu on the world's population?

How did the town of Gunnison respond to the Spanish flu pandemic?

What measures were taken in Gunnison to prevent the spread of the flu?

What were the results of Gunnison's response to the Spanish flu?

What lessons can be learned from Gunnison's handling of the Spanish flu pandemic?