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What is one of the examples of society-wide events mentioned that could shape futures?
What is one of the examples of society-wide events mentioned that could shape futures?
Which phrase is used to humorously exaggerate the difficulties adults claim to have faced in their childhood?
Which phrase is used to humorously exaggerate the difficulties adults claim to have faced in their childhood?
What is the name of the virus causing COVID-19?
What is the name of the virus causing COVID-19?
What were some of the notable impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic in early 2020?
What were some of the notable impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic in early 2020?
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Which aspect of the pandemic did doctors and scientists learn a great deal about?
Which aspect of the pandemic did doctors and scientists learn a great deal about?
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What were some of the significant lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic that could influence futures?
What were some of the significant lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic that could influence futures?
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How many deaths worldwide were caused by the COVID-19 pandemic?
How many deaths worldwide were caused by the COVID-19 pandemic?
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What is one of the common jokes referenced when describing the challenges adults faced during their childhood?
What is one of the common jokes referenced when describing the challenges adults faced during their childhood?
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What was a major reason knowledge about COVID-19 increased rapidly during the pandemic?
What was a major reason knowledge about COVID-19 increased rapidly during the pandemic?
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What was the estimated increase in medical and health science articles from 2020 to 2022 compared to previous years?
What was the estimated increase in medical and health science articles from 2020 to 2022 compared to previous years?
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What is a key characteristic of the COVID-19 vaccines compared to traditional vaccines?
What is a key characteristic of the COVID-19 vaccines compared to traditional vaccines?
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How did scientists traditionally work before the pandemic?
How did scientists traditionally work before the pandemic?
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How do vaccines generally work?
How do vaccines generally work?
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How many deaths are vaccines estimated to prevent each year worldwide?
How many deaths are vaccines estimated to prevent each year worldwide?
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Why might the research and knowledge gained during the COVID-19 pandemic potentially change the way science is done in the future?
Why might the research and knowledge gained during the COVID-19 pandemic potentially change the way science is done in the future?
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What do most traditional vaccines contain?
What do most traditional vaccines contain?
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Study Notes
Storytelling and Life Experiences
- People often share stories about their childhoods, including challenges and lessons learned
- These experiences can shape their futures and be passed down to younger generations
The COVID-19 Pandemic
- Caused several million deaths worldwide and cost the global economy trillions of dollars
- Despite the tragedy, many scientific and medical lessons were learned during the pandemic
Scientific Learnings from the Pandemic
- Doctors and scientists learned about COVID-19, SARS-CoV-2, and how to treat patients
- Scientists quickly sequenced the virus's genes and created vaccines
- From 2020 to 2022, ~9% more medical and health science articles were published than predicted
Collaboration and Advancements
- The pandemic brought scientists, doctors, and biotech companies together to share knowledge and data
- This collaboration accelerated research and led to breakthroughs in understanding the virus and developing vaccines and treatments
- Many learnings may change the way science is done in the future
Lesson 1: mRNA Vaccines
- Vaccines are a major medical achievement, preventing at least 4 million deaths worldwide each year
- mRNA vaccines, like those developed against COVID-19, contain genetic instructions and are unique in their approach
- These vaccines "train" the body's immune system to fight infections
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Description
Reflect on the challenges and lessons learned from adults' stories about their childhoods and personal struggles, applying these to the COVID-19 pandemic.
