Osterholm Update

In "A Viral Blizzard," Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the newest Omicron data, the crisis happening in hospitals across the US, the viral battle occurring between the Omicron and Delta variants, and the importance of booster doses. Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu Sandra's Beautiful Place: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/sandras-beautiful-place Donate for CIDRAP's 20th anniversary: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/donate

In this episode, Dr. Osterholm analyzes the current data on transmission, disease severity, and ability to evade immune protection of the Omicron variant. We also discuss the continuing Delta surge in many parts of the world, the role of vaccines and boosters, and when booster doses may be available for 12-17 year olds. Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu The Disappointed Tourist: http://www.disappointedtourist.org/ Donate for CIDRAP's 20th anniversary: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/donate

In "The Emergence of Omicron," Dr. Osterholm explains what we know and don't know about the Omicron variant, how we will learn more, and what it could mean for the future of the pandemic. Dr. Osterholm also emphasizes the importance of boosters and the potential for a post-Thanksgiving surge in cases. Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu Micah's Beautiful Place: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/micahs-beautiful-place Donate for CIDRAP's 20th anniversary: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/donate

In this mini episode, Dr. Osterholm compares the dynamics of the pandemic this Thanksgiving to last year, and what factors to consider when making Thanksgiving plans.

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In this episode, Dr. Osterholm explains what the rise in number of breakthrough infections really means, the importance of booster doses, and how to feel empowered to make a safe Thanksgiving decision based on personal and community risk.

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In today's episode, Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the surge of cases in Europe and what it could mean for the rest of the world, the importance of vaccinations and booster doses, COVID-19 cases in deer, and making Thanksgiving plans while remaining COVID-conscious.

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In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the international state of the pandemic, the unpredictability of events to come in the US, recent vaccine data, a COVID query on "mix and match" booster doses, and the approval of the Pfizer vaccine in 5-11 year olds.

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Inside the Pandemic: A candid conversation with Dr. Michael Osterholm and Andy Slavitt: https://umf.formstack.com/forms/InsideThePandemic

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In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss what it means to be susceptible to COVID-19, the extent of protection provided by vaccinations and natural immunity, the implications this has for breakthrough infections, and the need for booster doses and vaccinations in children.

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COVID Controversies Webinar: Debating COVID-19 Vaccine Boosters: Public Health Strategy:
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This week, Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the state of the pandemic in the UK, Russia, and Japan, and what this could mean for the US, as well as the rise in cases in Northern US states, the new recommendations on booster doses, and communication surrounding vaccine mandates.

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"Even-Though Risk Communication" by Peter Sandman and Jody Lanard: http://psandman.com/col/Corona57.htm

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In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the decline in global cases, the effect of boosters on the trajectory of the pandemic, and the recently released CIDRAP viewpoint on respiratory protection.

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