Pandemics of the Past -- A Reflection -- Jimmy
This week we learned about pandemics, such as
bubonic plague, cholera and influenza. I was really surprised at the mortality
and the spread speed of bubonic plague. There were three plague pandemics in history.
Each time wiped out a lot of population and broke down society. However, people
usually could overcome the diseases by some improvements and advancements. I
thought the reasons why these pandemics outbreaks were that usually caused by
poor sanitation and hygiene. For example, cholera outbreaks transmitted through
contaminated drinking water at that time. If we improved sanitation and hygiene,
cholera could be controlled. And it could also prevent by oral vaccines. Each
of these pandemics had its own horrors. But it can lead to significant social
changes, such as improved health regulations and better hygiene practices. Just
like COVID-19, we tried hard to follow the virus and invented the vaccines. While
it has changed our daily lives, it has also allowed us to make greater progress.
I I totally agree with your idea. By improving sanitation and hygiene, we will be able to avoid the risk of infection. Yusuke
ReplyDeletePeople can overcome the diseases. I learned about the strength of human beings.
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