THE LIVES OF OTHERS.

The article reflects on the tendency of public health rationalities to protect some lives and expose others to danger in light of an article on the importance of humility in predictive approaches and pandemic preparedness. It cites the role of the Western sense of superiority in pandemic risk assessment and infection control practices. Also noted is the contribution of a regime of preparedness to world crises. It mentions the implication of the elevation of Western interests above others.