It's Okay to Be Smart: How Evolution Made COVID-19 Our Perfect Enemy (And Why We’ll Beat It)

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COVID-19 is a nasty enemy. Invisible, mysterious, and deadly, it has spread around the world and caused much of humanity to hide away. One reason germs like these succeed and spread is because of the social nature of humans. While social distancing can be painful, the ability for humans to learn is another factor in defeating viruses. Part of the "It's Okay to Be Smart" series.

Media Details

Runtime: 2 minutes 13 seconds

Topic: Health and Safety, Social Science
Subtopic: Diseases and Conditions, Hygiene, Social Issues
Grade/Interest Level: 10 - 12
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Release Year: 2020
Producer/Distributor: PBS Digital Studios
Series: It's Okay to Be Smart

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