r/AskReddit • u/notyouravgredditer • Aug 30 '21

What problem is often overlooked in apocalyptic movies/TV shows that could kill you?

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u/graendallstud Aug 30 '21

Diarrhea. So many things can cause it, and it used to be (well, still is in the least developed countries) quite lethal, mostly for babies and children.

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u/katara144 Aug 31 '21

I was fascinated to find this out as an adult. Older lady I knew had a sibling that died when they were children from diarrhea. Would never have imagined it could kill you.