At least in the German mainstream discourse the proportionality of specific policies as well as it's costs and benefits are reoccuring, if not central themes.

This is, of course, currently about covid-19, but I think that the political arguments mostly apply to infectious diseases in general. ..once they gain a certain significance.

I don't doubt your perception though. The discourse might vary greatly between countries, languages, etc.

There are many out there for whom it may not be worth it.