The Osterholm Update: COVID-19

In "Fool's Gold: Reframing the Science," Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the latest federal actions surrounding vaccine policy, report on a new COVID variant sweeping Asia, and give an update on measles cases across North America. Learn more about the Vaccine Integrity Project Viewpoint: Making key COVID vaccine decisions without input, transparency is a public disservice (Vaccine Integrity Project Staff and Advisers)   MORE EPISODES       SUPPORT THIS PODCAST

In "Time to Organize," Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss HHS Secretary Kennedy's proposed changes to vaccine policy, the latest measles news, and the Trump administration's newly announced next-generation universal influenza vaccine platform. Learn more about the Vaccine Integrity Project Viewpoint: Proposed system for vaccine approval, safety monitoring begs crucial questions (Vaccine Integrity Project Staff and Advisers) An inactivated multivalent influenza A virus vaccine is broadly protective in mice and ferrets (Park et al., Science) Universal Influenza Vaccine Technology Landscape MORE EPISODES       SUPPORT THIS PODCAST

In "The Vaccine Confidence Crisis," Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss measles cases in the United States, the latest COVID vaccine news, and the launch of CIDRAP's Vaccine Integrity Project.  Learn more about the Vaccine Integrity Project MORE EPISODES       SUPPORT THIS PODCAST

In "Public Health Policy is Political," Chris Dall and Dr. Osterholm discuss the ongoing measles outbreak, the latest round of job cuts in the public health workforce, and new studies on long-COVID. Dr. Osterholm also reviews the latest vaccine news for Novavax, seasonal influenza, and H5N1. Studies: 1 in 7 US working-age adults report long COVID, with heaviest burden on the poor (CIDRAP) A Clearer Picture of Covid's Lasting Effects on the Body (NYT, paywall) MORE EPISODES       SUPPORT THIS PODCAST  

In "The April Fool's Tragedy," Dr. Osterholm and guest host Dr. Cory Anderson discuss the devastating layoffs and funding cuts in public health that have unfolded over the past two weeks. Dr. Osterholm also shares the the latest news on the growing measles outbreak in Texas and answers an ID query about COVID lockdowns. CDC clone site, rife with false vaccine claims, hosted by group previously led by HHS Secretary (InfoEpi Lab) MORE EPISODES       SUPPORT THIS PODCAST  

In "Remembering Darkness, Sharing Light: Five Years Later" Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall reflect on the COVID-19 pandemic's 5-year anniversary, examine the latest federal actions impacting public health, and provide an update on the measles outbreak in Texas. Dr. Osterholm also answers an ID query on the current recommendations for COVID-19 vaccines and reviews national trends in respiratory illnesses. MORE EPISODES       SUPPORT THIS PODCAST

In "Mixed Messages: Navigating the Unfolding Confusion" Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the expected impact of recent cuts to USAID programs, the measles outbreak in Texas, and the latest respiratory virus trends. Dr. Osterholm answers an ID query on measles, mumps, and rubella vaccine boosters, and shares the latest "This Week in Public Health History" segment. Follow us on Bluesky: Dr. Michael Osterholm (@mtosterholm.bsky.social) and CIDRAP (cidrap.bsky.social) Sign up for CIDRAP's daily newsletter MORE EPISODES       SUPPORT THIS PODCAST

In "We Cannot Give Up or Give In" Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the confirmation of RFK Jr. as HHS Secretary, recent layoffs at the CDC and NIH, and a new vaccine policy being adopted in Louisiana. They also discuss seasonal and H5N1 influenza activity and a measles outbreak in Texas. Follow us on Bluesky: Dr. Michael Osterholm (@mtosterholm.bsky.social) and CIDRAP (cidrap.bsky.social) Sign up for CIDRAP's daily newsletter MORE EPISODES       SUPPORT THIS PODCAST

In "Responding to Shock, Awe, and Censorship" Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall provide updates on the latest news in the federal government and how it is impacting public health locally and globally. Dr. Osterholm also discusses the latest developments in H5N1 avian flu and answers an ID query about the tuberculosis outbreak in Kansas.  Anatomy of a Failure: Why This Latest Vaccine-Autism Paper is Dead Wrong (Jess Steier and Bertha Hidalgo, Unbiased Science, Substack) Making PEPFAR: A Triumph of Medical Diplomacy (Harold Varmus, AAAS)   Follow us on Bluesky: Dr. Michael Osterholm (@mtosterholm.bsky.social) and CIDRAP (cidrap.bsky.social) Sign up for CIDRAP's daily newsletter MORE EPISODES      

In "Drinking From a Fire Hose: Are We Drowning?" Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss recent actions taken by the Trump administration, most notably the decision to leave the World Health Organization. Dr. Osterholm also shares his thoughts on the developing H5N1 crisis and provides an update on respiratory virus transmission in the U.S. and around the world.  Follow us on Bluesky: Dr. Michael Osterholm (@mtosterholm.bsky.social) and CIDRAP (cidrap.bsky.social) Sign up for CIDRAP's daily newsletter MORE EPISODES      

In "The H5N1 Pandemic Cliff: Are We at the Edge?," Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the ongoing challenge of H5N1 influenza, cover increasing trends in respiratory illness, and announce a new CIDRAP report on Chronic Wasting Disease. Dr. Osterholm also answers a listener question on H5N1 in wild birds and cats and provides a tribute to the late President Jimmy Carter.  Chronic Wasting Disease Spillover Preparedness and Response: Charting an Uncertain Future (CIDRAP) Follow us on Bluesky: Dr. Michael Osterholm (@mtosterholm.bsky.social) and CIDRAP (cidrap.bsky.social) Sign up for CIDRAP's daily newsletter MORE EPISODES      

In "What is Safe and Effective?," Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall cover the evolving situation with H5N1 influenza, discuss the mystery outbreak in the DRC, and review the latest trends in COVID-19, flu, and RSV. Dr. Osterholm also answers a listener question on the phrase "safe and effective" regarding vaccines. And finally, the annual reading of the Polar Express from Dr. Osterholm to his grandchildren. Enhancing Public Confidence in Vaccines Through Independent Oversight of Postlicensure Vaccine Safety (Salmon, Moulton, Halsey; AJPH) Consider supporting this podcast and the work of CIDRAP in your end-of-year giving.   Follow us on Bluesky: Dr. Michael Osterholm (@mtosterholm.bsky.social) and CIDRAP (cidrap.bsky.social) Sign up for CIDRAP's daily newsletter MORE EPISODES      

In "A Tunnel of Uncertainty," Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss several of Trump's recent HHS nominations, the latest respiratory virus data, and two recent studies on long COVID. Dr. Osterholm also provides an update on the unfolding H5N1 situation and shares another "This Week in Public Health History" segment.  The effect of pre-COVID and post-COVID vaccination on long COVID: a systematic review and meta-analysis (Chow et al., Journal of Infection) Association of messenger RNA coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination and reductions in post COVID conditions following severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 infection in a US prospective cohort of essential workers (Mak et al., Journal of Infectious Diseases) Photos of Dr. Osterholm in Wicked Follow us on Bluesky: Dr. Michael Osterholm (@mtosterholm.bsky.social) and CIDRAP (cidrap.bsky.social) Sign up for CIDRAP's daily newsletter MORE EPISODES       SUPPORT THIS PODCAST

In "Serious Challenges Ahead: RFK Jr and a New HHS," Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the recent nomination of RFK Jr. as Secretary of Health and Human Services. They also discuss the latest COVID data, a global increase in measles cases, and a decline in STI incidence in the United States.  CIDRAP Superbugs & You Podcast Follow us on Bluesky: Dr. Michael Osterholm (@mtosterholm.bsky.social) and CIDRAP (cidrap.bsky.social) Sign up for CIDRAP's daily newsletter MORE EPISODES       SUPPORT THIS PODCAST

In "What Now? Public Health in Uncertain TImes", Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall revisit their discussion on the consequences of the US presidential election on public health. Dr. Osterholm also provides the latest update on COVID-19 and other respiratory virus trends, comments on H5N1 detection in pigs, and answers an ID query on pertussis. CDC Pertussis Vaccine Guidelines CIDRAP Superbugs & You Podcast Follow us on Bluesky: Dr. Michael Osterholm (@mtosterholm.bsky.social) and CIDRAP (cidrap.bsky.social) Sign up for CIDRAP's daily newsletter MORE EPISODES       SUPPORT THIS PODCAST

In "The Most Important Episode I'll Ever Record," Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the latest respiratory virus trends, two human cases of H5N1 in Missouri, and an E. coli outbreak linked to a fast food product. For the first time in his career, Dr. Osterholm also shares comments about the upcoming elections in the United States. Sign up for CIDRAP's daily newsletter MORE EPISODES       SUPPORT THIS PODCAST

In "Better Times," Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the latest COVID, H5N1, and seasonal influenza data. Dr. Osterholm also answers an ID query on the ideal timing for COVID-19 booster doses and an ID query about Marburg virus transmission. Brain imaging reveals changes linked to long COVID (Stephanie Soucheray, CIDRAP News) Transmission of Ebola viruses: what we know and what we do not know (Michael Osterholm et al., mBio) Sign up for CIDRAP's daily newsletter Sign up for CIDRAP's daily newsletter MORE EPISODES       SUPPORT THIS PODCAST

In "A Coronavirus Dance," Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the latest COVId trends, the upcoming winter respiratory virus season, and a UN meeting on antimicrobial resistance. Dr. Osterholm also provides an update on long COVID research and shares another "This Week in Public Health History" segment.  COVIDTests.gov COVID-19 reinfection ups risk of long COVID, new data show (Jim Wappes, CIDRAP News) Study sheds new light on severe COVID's long-term brain impacts (Lisa Schnirring, CIDRAP News) Common diabetes drug linked to lower rate of long COVID (Stephanie Soucheray, CIDRAP News) Sign up for CIDRAP's daily newsletter MORE EPISODES       SUPPORT THIS PODCAST

In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall cover the latest infectious disease news on topics including H5N1, mpox, measles, and polio. Dr. Osterholm also answers an ID query on updated COVID-19 vaccines and gives his thoughts on a controversial study on Paxlovid. Evidence growing for COVID antivirals to cut poor outcomes, long COVID, experts say (CIDRAP News) The world is not ready for the next pandemic (Michael Osterholm & Mark Olshaker, Foreign Affairs) Interim clinical considerations for use of COVID-19 vaccines in the United States (CDC) Sign up for CIDRAP's daily newsletter MORE EPISODES       SUPPORT THIS PODCAST

In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss H5N1 in cattle, mpox in the Democratic Republic of Congo, and the risk of different vectorborne diseases in the United States. Dr. Osterholm also discusses the newly available 2024-2025 COVID vaccines and shares the latest "This Week In Public Health History" segment.  The world is not ready for the next pandemic (Michael Osterholm & Mark Olshaker, Foreign Affairs) Interim clinical considerations for use of COVID-19 vaccines in the United States (CDC) Sign up for CIDRAP's daily newsletter MORE EPISODES       SUPPORT THIS PODCAST

In this addendum to Episode 164, Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the approval of the 2024-2025 mRNA COVID-19 vaccines.  FDA green-lights season's updated mRNA COVID vaccines (Mary Van Beusekom, CIDRAP News) Listen to Episode 164: Only the Beginning here Sign up for CIDRAP's daily newsletter MORE EPISODES       SUPPORT THIS PODCAST

In "Only the Beginning," Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the mpox public health emergency and the latest COVID-19 and H5N1 trends. Dr. Osterholm also answers an ID Query on COVID-19 vaccine access and commemorates the legacy of Ryan White. Use of COVID-19 Vaccines in the United States: Interim Clinical Considerations (CDC) CIDRAP Mpox News Sign up for CIDRAP's daily newsletter MORE EPISODES       SUPPORT THIS PODCAST

In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the current COVID-19 and H5N1 trends, answer a COVID query about influenza vaccination, and share the latest news on a listeria outbreak linked to deli meat.  Sign up for CIDRAP's daily newsletter MORE EPISODES       SUPPORT THIS PODCAST

In "Class is Not Dismissed," Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall review the latest trends in COVID-19 and discuss new human cases of H5N1 influenza. Dr. Osterholm also answers an ID Query on Paxlovid eligibility and shares his perspective on timing the next dose of COVID-19 vaccine. Risk of long COVID has ebbed during pandemic, mostly thanks to vaccines, new data reveal (CIDRAP News) How a hotel convention became ground zero for this deadly bacteria (PBS News) Sign up for CIDRAP's daily newsletter MORE EPISODES       SUPPORT THIS PODCAST

In "What's Going On and Why Does it Matter?," Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the SARS-CoV-2 wastewater surveillance data, the H5N1 influenza outbreak in dairy cattle, and a CDC Health Alert on dengue virus.  Increased Risk of Dengue Virus Infections in the United States (Health Alert Network, CDC) Dr. Joseph Goldberger & the War on Pellagra (Office of NIH History & Stetten Museum, National Institutes of Health) Joseph Goldberger's Filth Parties (Sam Kean, Science History Institute) Sign up for CIDRAP's daily newsletter MORE EPISODES       SUPPORT THIS PODCAST

In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the U.S. response to H5N1 cases in dairy cattle, the latest long COVID research, and a recent New York Times article on the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic. Long-term health effects of COVID-19: disability and function following SARS-CoV-2 infection (National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine) A critical analysis of the evidence for the SARS-CoV-2 origin hypotheses (Alwine et al., Journal of Virology) 'I am a homosexual. I am a psychiatrist': how Dr. Anonymous changed history (Jillian Eugenios, NBC News) Sign up for CIDRAP's daily newsletter MORE EPISODES       SUPPORT THIS PODCAST

In "Uncharted Territory," Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall cover the latest H5N1 news and updates to the COVID-19 vaccine formulation. Dr. Osterholm also discusses how this summer's weather may impact mosquito and tick populations, and answers an ID query on culling dairy cows.  CDC Reports A(H5N1) Ferret Study Results (CDC) FDA panel supports switch to JN.1 for fall COVID vaccines (CIDRAP News) Long-Term Health Effects of COVID-19: Disability and Function Following SARS-CoV-2 Infection (National Academies) NOAA predicts above-normal 2024 Atlantic hurricane season (NOAA) SUPPORT THIS PODCAST Sign up for CIDRAP's daily newsletter MORE EPISODES      

In "An Unfolding Saga," Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the latest H5N1, COVID-19, and measles news. Dr. Osterholm also answers an ID query on influenza and shares the latest "This Week in Public Health History" segment.  Study confirms infection in mice fed H5N1-contaminated raw milk (CIDRAP News) Akiko Iwasaki & Eric Topol Interview: The Immunology of Covid and the Future (Ground Truths) Sign up for CIDRAP's daily newsletter MORE EPISODES       SUPPORT THIS PODCAST

In "Lungs & Udders," Dr. Osterholm provides updates on H5N1 influenza, COVID-19, and mpox. He also shares his thoughts on a recent WHO report about airborne transmission and a study on the use of a diabetes drug to treat COVID-19. Airborne pathogens: controlling words won't control transmission (Greenhalgh et al., The Lancet) Sign up for CIDRAP's daily newsletter MORE EPISODES       SUPPORT THIS PODCAST

In "H5N1: An Impending Crisis," Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the spread of H5N1 avian influenza in USdairy cows, cover the latest COVID-19 trends, review two articles on long COVID, and answers a listener question about the safety of raw milk and other dairy products. Dr. Osterholm also shares a timely "This Week in Public Health History" segment and interviews the final two members of the podcast team.   Early tests of H5N1 prevalence in milk suggest U.S. bird flu outbreak in cows is widespread (STAT, subscription may be required) Massive amounts of H5N1 vaccine would be needed if there's a bird flu pandemic. Can we make enough? (STAT, subscription may be required) Long-COVID patients more likely to report psychiatric symptoms, cost barriers to therapy (CIDRAP News) The persistence of SARS-CoV-2 in tissues and its association with long COVID symptoms: a cross-sectional cohort study in China (Lancet Infectious Diseases)   Sign up for CIDRAP's daily newsletter Superbugs & You podcast More episodes Support this podcast  

In "Brighter Days Ahead," Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the latest national and international COVID trends, recent research on long COVID, and measles cases in the U.S. Dr. Osterholm also shares the latest "This Week in Public Health History" segment and interviews two members of the podcast team. Please fill out our Listener Feedback Survey! Three studies spotlight long-term burden of COVID in US adults (Van Beusekom, CIDRAP News) Lessons in persistence: new long COVID trials aim to clear lingering virus—and help patients in dire need (Couzin-Frankel, Science) The pandemic's true death toll (The Economist) Superbugs & You podcast More episodes Support this podcast  

In "H5N1 Uncertainty," Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the latest national COVID trends, a recent study on Paxlovid, and cases of H5N1 in cattle. Dr. Osterholm also shares the latest "This Week in Public Health History" segment and interviews two members of the podcast team.Please fill out our Listener Feedback Survey!Swedish study suggests link between long COVID and severity of illness (Stephanie Soucheray, CIDRAP News)Study: long COVID affects 8% of those with COVID-19, is more common in women (Stephanie Soucheray, CIDRAP News)New neurologic issues less likely after severe COVID than flu, research suggests (Mary Van Beusekom, CIDRAP News)Nirmatrelvir for vaccinated or unvaccinated adult outpatients with COVID-19 (Hammond et al., New England Journal of Medicine)Treating acute COVID-19 — final chapters still unwritten (Gandhi & Hirsch, New England Journal of Medicine)More episodesSupport this podcast

In "Good News in a COVID-Indifferent World," Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the national and international COVID trends, the latest research on long COVID, and antibiotic resistant Shigella. Dr. Osterholm also shares the latest "This Week in Public Health History" segment and interviews members of the podcast team. Iron dysregulation and inflammatory stress erythropoiesis associates with long-term outcome of COVID-19 (Hanson et al., Nature Immunology)How Americans view the coronavirus, COVID-19 vaccines amid declining levels of concern (Tyson & Pasquini, Pew Research Center)Spike in extensively drug-resistant Shigella cases reported in UK, Europe (Dall, CIDRAP News)CDC warns of increase in extensively drug-resistant shigellosis (Dall, CIDRAP News)Superbugs & You podcast — new episode coming 3/26!The man in the iron lung (McRobbie, The Guardian)More episodesSupport this podcast

In "Good News in a COVID Indifferent World," Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the national and international COVID trends, the latest research on long COVID, and antibiotic resistant Shigella. Dr. Osterholm also shares the latest "This Week in Public Health History" segment and interviews members of the podcast team. Iron dysregulation and inflammatory stress erythropoiesis associates with long-term outcome of COVID-19 (Hanson et al., Nature Immunology)How Americans view the coronavirus, COVID-19 vaccines amid declining levels of concern (Tyson & Pasquini, Pew Research Center)Spike in extensively drug-resistant Shigella cases reported in UK, Europe (Dall, CIDRAP News)CDC warns of increase in extensively drug-resistant shigellosis (Dall, CIDRAP News)Superbugs & You podcast — new episode coming 3/26!The man in the iron lung (McRobbie, The Guardian)More episodesSupport this podcast

In "A Tough Conversation," Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the new CDC COVID isolation guidelines, a measles outbreak in Florida, and the latest news on avian influenza. Dr. Osterholm also provides an update on influenza and RSV cases in the U.S. and shares the latest "This Week in Public Health History" segment.Background for CDC's Updated Respiratory Virus Guidance (CDC)Support this podcast

In "A Tough Conversation," Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the new CDC COVID isolation guidelines, a measles outbreak in Florida, and the latest news on avian influenza. Dr. Osterholm also provides an update on influenza and RSV cases in the U.S. and shares the latest "This Week in Public Health History" segment.Background for CDC's Updated Respiratory Virus Guidance (CDC)Support this podcast

In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss COVID isolation guidelines, the BA.2.87.1 variant, and the importance of measles and other rare public health threats. 

In "A Family Discussion," Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the latest SARS-CoV-2 variant, consider the current and future challenges accessing Paxlovid, and explore new long COVID research. Dr. Osterholm also revisits last episode's discussion on changing public health guidelines and celebrates some canine heroes in the "This Week in Public Health History" segment. Viral afterlife: SARS-CoV-2 as a reservoir of immunomimetic peptides that reassemble into proinflammatory supramolecular complexes (Yue Zhang, PNAS)Minnesota hospitals say 65,000 days of care were avoidable if patients had somewhere to go (Jeremy Olson, Star Tribune)Have a Paxlovid Prescription? Low Cost Options Available (Minnesota Department of Health)Find COVID-19 Medications (Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response, HHS)Homeless man leaves puppies at N.C. shelter with heart-tugging note (Cathy Free, Washington Post)

In "A Period of Transition," Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the latest COVID-19 trends in the U.S. and around the world, a recent study on long COVID, and the rise of measles cases in the United States. Dr. Osterholm also provides an update on influenza and RSV cases in the U.S. and shares the latest "This Week in Public Health History" segment. Persistent complement dysregulation with signs of thromboinflammation in active long COVID (Cervia-Hasler et al., Science)Lighting up long COVID (Eric Topol, Ground Truths)Follow up, funding critical on long COVID (Jill Burcum, Star Tribune)Does Paxlovid prevent long COVID? Maybe, experts suggest (Stephanie Soucheray, CIDRAP News)

In "A Period of Transition," Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the latest COVID-19 trends in the U.S. and around the world, a recent study on long COVID, and the rise of measles cases in the United States. Dr. Osterholm also provides an update on influenza and RSV cases in the U.S. and shares the latest "This Week in Public Health History" segment. Persistent complement dysregulation with signs of thromboinflammation in active long COVID (Cervia-Hasler et al., Science)Lighting up long COVID (Eric Topol, Ground Truths)Follow up, funding critical on long COVID (Jill Burcum, Star Tribune)Does Paxlovid prevent long COVID? Maybe, experts suggest (Stephanie Soucheray, CIDRAP News)

In "No Time to Quit," Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the JN.1 variant, Paxlovid uptake, and COVID-19 vaccine disinformation. Dr. Osterholm also provides an update on influenza and RSV transmission and shares the latest "This Week in Public Health History" segment. Opinion: The U.S. is facing the biggest COVID wave since Omicron. Why are we still playing make-believe? (Eric Topol, LA Times)Paxlovid Cuts Covid Death Risk. But Those Who Need It Are Not Taking It (Christina Jewett, New York Times)COMMENTARY: What can masks do? Part 1: The science behind COVID-19 protection (Brosseau et al., CIDRAP)

In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the JN.1 variant, the rising levels of SARS-CoV-2 in wastewater, and the low uptake of the COVID-19, RSV, and influenza vaccines. Dr. Osterholm also shares his thoughts on hospital capacity issues in the U.S. and shares the latest "This Week in Public Health History" segment. Support this podcast

In "A Seasonless Virus," Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the latest COVID-19 trends in the U.S. and around the world, provide an update on influenza and RSV activity, and review two recent studies on long COVID. Dr. Osterholm also answers a listener question on fomite transmission of SARS-CoV-2 and celebrates a recent event in public health history. Report underscores financial pressure of long COVID on families (CIDRAP News)5% of COVID-infected US veterans still had symptoms up to 1 year later (CIDRAP News)SARS-CoV-2 disease severity and transmission efficiency is increased for airborne compared to fomite exposure in Syrian hamsters (Nature Communications, Port et al)High prevalence of multidrug-resistant infections reported in Ukraine hospitals (CIDRAP News)As we near the end of the year, please consider CIDRAP in your charitable giving. To contribute to this podcast and everything we do here at CIDRAP, visit CIDRAP.umn.edu/support.

In "A Seasonless Virus," Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the latest COVID-19 trends in the U.S. and around the world, provide an update on influenza and RSV activity, and review two recent studies on long COVID. Dr. Osterholm also answers a listener question on fomite transmission of SARS-CoV-2 and celebrates a recent event in public health history. Report underscores financial pressure of long COVID on families (CIDRAP News)5% of COVID-infected US veterans still had symptoms up to 1 year later (CIDRAP News)SARS-CoV-2 disease severity and transmission efficiency is increased for airborne compared to fomite exposure in Syrian hamsters (Nature Communications, Port et al)High prevalence of multidrug-resistant infections reported in Ukraine hospitals (CIDRAP News)As we near the end of the year, please consider CIDRAP in your charitable giving. To contribute to this podcast and everything we do here at CIDRAP, visit CIDRAP.umn.edu/support.

In "The Hospital Capacity Crisis," Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the state of the pandemic in the U.S. and around the world, the reclassification of the BA.2.86 variant as a variant of interest, and the surge in pediatric pneumonia hospitalizations in China. Dr. Osterholm also provides an update on influenza and RSV in the U.S. and shares a moment of joy from one of our listeners. Update on SARS-CoV-2 Variant BA.2.86 Being Tracked by CDCFree at-home COVID testsCan't Think, Can't Remember: More Americans Say They're in a Cognitive Fog (Francesca Paris, New York Times)

In "A Slow Motion Tsunami," Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the state of the pandemic in the U.S. and around the world, the latest data on influenza and RSV, and potential funding cuts to a federal HIV program. Dr. Osterholm also answers two ID Queries and shares his thoughts on the importance of antimicrobial resistance awareness.Superbugs & You PodcastIsolated and Lonely in a Nursing Home During the Coronavirus Disease 2019 Pandemic: A Deadly Combination for My Mom (Debra Goff, Clinical Infectious Disease)Sara Josephine Baker (Harvard Square Library)

In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss national and international COVID trends, the low uptake in the latest COVID vaccine, and share thoughts about which infectious agents have pandemic potential. Dr. Osterholm also answers an ID query about influenza vaccination and shares a moment of joy from one of our listeners.

In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss...

In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss national and international COVID trends, the low uptake in the latest COVID vaccine, and share thoughts about which infectious agents have pandemic potential. Dr. Osterholm also answers an ID query about influenza vaccination and shares a moment of joy from one of our listeners.

In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the latest national and international COVID trends, an intranasal COVID vaccine candidate, and some recent findings on long COVID. Dr. Osterholm also answers an ID Query about the timing of COVID booster doses and shares two historic public health moments in our new "This Week in Public Health History" segment.

In "One Huge Puzzle," Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the state of the pandemic in the U.S. and around the world, the rollout of the updated mRNA vaccines, and two recently published studies on long COVID. Dr. Osterholm also shares his thoughts on the updated Novavax vaccine and answers an ID Query about COVID vaccine side effects. A one-way ticket. A cash-stuffed teddy bear. A dream decades in the making. (Carolyn Johnson, Washington Post)A scientific hunch. Then silence. Until the world needed a lifesaving vaccine. (Carolyn Johnson, Washington Post)‘A deadly societal force': A Q&A with author Dr. Peter Hotez on the anti-science movement. (Mary Van Beusekom, CIDRAP News)Do you ‘matter' to others? The answer could predict your mental health. (Francine Russo, Scientific American)