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.
Listen to season 2 of Superbugs and You: https://link.chtbl.com/superbugs
COVID Controversies Webinar: Debating COVID-19 Vaccine Boosters: Public Health Strategy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZGlE9A-ylpk
Anita's Beautiful Place: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/anitas-beautiful-place
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the "whack-a-mole" nature of this pandemic, the latest data on the delta variant and what it could mean moving forward, global vaccination strategies, and the topic of mandatory COVID-19 vaccines on college campuses.
Star Tribune Article: https://www.startribune.com/counterpoint-vaccine-mandate-at-u-would-be-counterproductive/600070928/
STAT Article: https://www.statnews.com/2021/06/15/resilience-prescription-covid-19-traumatic-events/
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In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the COVID-19 situation in the US, the potential for subsequent waves of infection, racial and gender disparities in reported cases, and the use of masks by the public.
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss whether the US is nearing an apex in COVID-19 cases, what it may look like to “reopen” the country, a reality check regarding widespread testing, and what to make of the constant stream of new information and research findings.
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss guidelines the White House issued for reopening the country, the theory and practice of contact tracing, and the misconception that COVID-19 will go away after one wave of infection.
