The answer: TB
October 22, 2014 2:40 AM Subscribe
While volunteering for the Peace Corps in Ukraine in 2010, I contracted a severe version of drug-resistant tuberculosis. Two years of painful, isolating treatment taught me the vital role social media may play in finally eradicating this disease.
Inconspicuous Consumption, a longform autobiographical essay.
I wish she'd delved into the social media aspects more, as well; if the hook is social media, a more comprehensive discussion might have been justified.
It was really interesting, though. And horrifying.
posted by suelac at 8:38 AM on October 22, 2014 [1 favorite]
It was really interesting, though. And horrifying.
posted by suelac at 8:38 AM on October 22, 2014 [1 favorite]
Bravo to whoever wrote that title/headline.
posted by straight at 9:03 AM on October 22, 2014 [1 favorite]
posted by straight at 9:03 AM on October 22, 2014 [1 favorite]
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Great writing, though. Good for her.
posted by Nevin at 6:02 AM on October 22, 2014 [2 favorites]