We’ve witnessed it in real-time, but distrust in science isn’t a new phenomenon.
Social media and news reports about rising COVID-19 cases, new variants and lockdowns led to pandemic fatigue, concerns about government overreach, and the rise of misinformation and disinformation. While segments of the population rallied around “follow the science,” others went the opposite direction. Join Dr. Ali Khan as he discusses the history of scientific distrust while emphasizing the importance of reclaiming the role of science in our polarized society.
About the speaker
Ali Khan, MD, MPH, MBA, is Dean of the College of Public Health at University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) and a former Assistant Surgeon General with the U.S. Public Health Service. As dean, his focus is on health system and community-based health transformations. His vision is for the College to play an integral role in creating the next generation of public health guardians.
Dr. Khan’s career has focused on health security, global health and emerging infectious diseases. He completed a 23-year career as a senior director at the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) where he was one of the main architects of their national health security. He continues to actively support global outbreak responses as a member of the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network (GOARN).
Dr. Khan is the author of The Next Pandemic: On the Front Lines Against Humankind’s Gravest Dangers.
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People who don’t believe in the science have their own science, a different version of science. So for me, it always starts with empathy – what is your common connection to the person you’re talking to and then use that as a basis to talk about things that matter to you: family, friends, loved ones and how do you save their lives. Use that as a way to move the conversation forward.
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