Joshua Barocas
Cognoscenti contributor
Joshua Barocas is an infectious diseases physician at Boston Medical Center and assistant professor of medicine at the Boston University School of Medicine. His work focuses on the intersection of infectious diseases and vulnerable populations including those with substance use disorders, persons experiencing homelessness and persons who interface with the criminal-legal system.
Recently published
Stop Debating COVID Vaccine Doses And Fix The Rollout
In the time spent arguing about new vaccine doses, we could devise plans to solve the bigger problems, writes Joshua Barocas.
Pulled By Hope And Grief: What It Felt Like To Get The Vaccine
As I stared at the small glass vial, time slowed down, writes Dr. Joshua Barocas. In that moment, I thought of the past 10 months.
Kids Will Get COVID-19. We Need To Make Sure They're Not Bullied For It
Masks and hand sanitizer isn’t enough to keep kids safe during the pandemic, writes Dr. Joshua Barocas.
I Don't Wear A Mask Because I'm Scared. I Wear It Because I Respect You
The face mask is not only protection, writes Dr. Joshua Barocas, an infectious disease specialist. It's a symbol.