Introduction
Episode #14, “CDC Maskdemic, The Research.”
When we read over the guidelines from the CDC, studies, and reports, we must pay careful attention to the words used as they change the meaning dramatically.
In this episode, I will cover CDC pages and cited articles used to drive policy across our nation and the world.
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Sources
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