Testing and Public Health
Michael discusses the flawed logic behind the FDA's approach to testing, highlighting the disparity between individual and pooled testing. He questions the rapid acceptance of masks as an effective tool against the pandemic while rapid antigen tests faced skepticism, suggesting that decisions may have been influenced by personalities and historical context rather than solid evidence. The conversation delves into the complexities of understanding virus transmission and the challenges in evaluating public health measures.In this clip
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Michael Mina: Rapid COVID Testing | Lex Fridman Podcast #235
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