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Essay Topic 1

In the Introduction, Osterholm writes that he has come to be known by some in the media as "Bad News Mike." Write an essay explaining why Osterholm earned this nickname, and explain how he views it himself.

Essay Topic 2

What does Osterholm mean when he uses the term "Black Swan" in epidemiology? What kinds of public health outbreaks in his career qualify as so-called "Black Swans?" Write an essay explaining your answers, citing specific references to the text to help support your answers.

Essay Topic 3

In Osterholm's view, why is Dr. John Snow such an important figure in the field of epidemiology, and what is Dr. Snow most famous for? Write an essay explaining your answers, citing specific references to the text to help support your conclusions.

Essay Topic 4

In Chapter 3, how does Osterholm argue that the CDC likely made the problem of TSS (Toxic Shock...

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