Plague and Prejudice: The Black Death in California

The video discusses the reemergence of the bubonic plague in San Francisco at the turn of the 20th century. It highlights the historical context of the plague, its impact on the city's population, particularly the Chinese community, and the public health measures taken to control its spread. The response was controversial, with media branding the plague as fake news and economic concerns influencing decisions. The video concludes with lessons learned from the past and their relevance to modern pandemics.

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