One in four people died from tuberculosis over nearly two centuries, making it the deadliest killer in human history.
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One in four people died from tuberculosis over nearly two centuries, making it the deadliest killer in human history.
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Chana Gazit directs The Forgotten Plague, which features insights from authors like Andrea Barrett and public health experts. The film details tuberculosis (TB), a disease that has claimed one in four lives over the past two centuries. It traces TB's influence on medical research, social habits, and public policy in the United States. Despite its historical significance, many remain unaware of TB's ongoing challenges. The documentary calls for increased awareness and action to combat this persistent health threat.
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Why Watch
- Meet director Chana Gazit and her vision on TB.
- Find out how TB shaped American public policy.
- See the impact of TB on medical research.
Did You Know
- Tuberculosis has claimed one in four lives for nearly two centuries.
- The documentary was directed by Chana Gazit.
- The film has a duration of 60 minutes.
- The production country of the film is the United States.
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What disease is referred to as the deadliest killer in human history?
Tuberculosis (TB) is referred to as the deadliest killer in human history, claiming one in four lives for nearly two centuries.
Who directed the documentary The Forgotten Plague?
Chana Gazit directed the documentary The Forgotten Plague.
What is the duration of The Forgotten Plague documentary?
The duration of The Forgotten Plague documentary is 60 minutes.
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