Get full access to The Daily Beast for $1

SUBSCRIBE

J. Alexander Navarro, The Conversation

200713-conversation-1918-tease_f4fg2o
‘DANGEROUS SLACKERS’

People Also Refused to Wear Masks in 1918—and 675,000 Died

When it comes to masks, history is repeating itself.

J. Alexander Navarro, The Conversation

ADVERTISEMENT

GET THE APP
Subscribe
Log In
Newsletters
Podcasts
AboutContactTipsJobsAdvertiseHelpCode of Ethics & StandardsInclusionTerms & ConditionsCopyright & TrademarkPrivacy

© 2026 The Daily Beast Company LLC