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Health historian finds similarities between COVID-19 pandemic and 1918 pandemic
A Northern Illinois University history professor has been studying the similarities between the 1918 pandemic and the current COVID 19 outbreak.
By Center Square · 2020-09-09T01:33:14+00:00
The 1918 Pandemic A Northern Illinois University history professor has been studying the similarities between the 1918 pandemic and the current COVID 19 outbreak. Professor Aaron Scott noted that the social responses, the challenges of public health communication, and the strain on healthcare systems show significant parallels.
Healthcare Challenges Historically, temporary facilities like the Oakland Municipal Auditorium were required to manage the massive influx of patients. Similarities in medical resource allocation and the reliance on volunteer efforts during 1918 are being reflected in modern discussions regarding public health infrastructure.