Coronavirus Outbreak Reportedly Fueling Xenophobia Of Asians

The transcript discusses the xenophobic reactions to COVID-19, highlighting how misinformation has fueled prejudice against Asians. It explores the historical context of such xenophobia, with references to past diseases like leprosy. Experts emphasize the need to address both medical and social aspects of outbreaks, noting that while diseases are not prejudiced, people often are. The discussion includes examples of stigma affecting communities and institutions, such as the University of California, Berkeley's apology for suggesting xenophobia was a common reaction to the outbreak.

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