Everything Is Tuberculosis Book Club Questions

Discussion questions

1. What were your initial impressions of Henry Reider when he was first introduced, and how did your perception of him change throughout the book?
2. How does John Green's friendship with Henry Reider influence his perspective on tuberculosis and its impact on communities?
3. Discuss the significance of Lakka Government Hospital in the narrative and how it serves as more than just a setting in the book.
4. What role does the history of tuberculosis play in understanding its current status as a global health issue, according to the book?
5. Do you think John Green effectively balances the personal story of Henry with the broader scientific and social histories of tuberculosis?
6. How does John Green address the inequities in healthcare access, and were there any particular examples that stood out to you?
7. What are your thoughts on the title "Everything Is Tuberculosis"? How does it reflect the themes of the book?
8. Consider the choices made by the healthcare workers at Lakka Government Hospital. Were there any decisions that you found particularly impactful or controversial?
9. Reflect on the book’s ending. Do you feel hopeful about the future of tuberculosis treatment and awareness, based on Green's conclusions?
10. Have you ever encountered or learned about a health issue that changed your perspective on social justice, similar to what John Green experiences in the book?