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[quote=Anonymous][quote][quote=Anonymous]But that's not how we approach any other risk in daily life. We don't attempt to "minimize risk." Instead we approach it from a cost/benefit perspective. That is, we don't take steps that are more costly/disruptive/unpleasant than the risk we're thinking of. e.g., is it worth it to wear masks to get covid slightly less often? The vast majority of people would say no.[/quote]
Really? We don't minimize risk by, say, buckling our seatbelts and cleaning our water? There are many mitigations available for airborne illnesses, including, for example, filtering air and opening windows that are perfectly reasonable to expect.[/quote]

No, we're not "minimizing" those risks.  Do you use a 3-point seat belt or a harness in your car? Ever look at water quality standards for public utilities?  We accept degrees of risk because it would be too costly or disruptive or minimize them.  Some of that comes down to comfort.  Do you think you'd get a lot of support for turning off the AC and opening the windows on a day like today?  [/quote]

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