10/16/2023
■Class discussion: There is no evidence bed bugs spread disease, but the irritating bites can cause skin rashes or allergic reactions. Are you scared of these tiny bugs? Why or why not? Would you avoid traveling to Paris or some other city because of bed bug reports? Would you cancel a trip to next summer’s Olympic Games in Paris? What panics have been spread by social media and news reports? How can you tell if a threat is real or just hype? What evidence do believe? Do you proceed with caution or hide away after an alarming report? Can you Keep Calm and Carry On?