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Marc Lipsitch on Playing Pandemic Roulette in the Lab

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Started May 21, 2026

Yascha Mounk and Marc Lipsitch also discuss how worried we should be about Hantavirus and Ebola

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CLAIM Posted by admin • May 21, 2026
Investing in viral research is essential to combat future pandemics, but transparency and public discourse are necessary to address safety fears.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • May 21, 2026
Conducting experiments on deadly viruses in labs poses unacceptable risks and should be heavily regulated or even banned.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • May 21, 2026
The potential for zoonotic diseases to mutate in labs justifies a cautious approach to viral research, prioritizing safety over scientific curiosity.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • May 21, 2026
Research on viruses like Hantavirus and Ebola is crucial for public health preparedness and should be prioritized despite potential risks.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • May 21, 2026
While concerns about Hantavirus and Ebola are valid, we must balance research needs with stringent safety protocols to mitigate risks.
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