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A weekly report on the COVID-19 pandemic from infectious disease expert Michael Osterholm, PhD, MPH. Dr. Osterholm is the director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP) at the University of Minnesota and has spent a career investigating outbreaks. Since 2005, he has emphasized supply chain and other vulnerabilities and a critical need for pandemic preparedness. In this podcast, Dr. Osterholm dissects the latest COVID-19 news, data, and guidance.
CIDRAP’s Chris Dall, MA, is the cohost of the Osterholm Update and a reporter for CIDRAP News. http://www.cidrap.umn.edu
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Episode 87: Hope Is Not a Strategy
This week's episode covers the future of the Omicron wave in the US and across the world, the potential need for a fourth dose of vaccine, and the reality of school closures during the current surge in cases.
Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
Nissa's Beautiful Place: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/nissas-beautiful-place
Washington Post Op-Ed: https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2022/01/12/its-time-acknowledge-reality-many-schools-will-likely-have-close-because-omicron
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Jan 13, 2022
Episode 86: The Omicron Crisis
This week, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss Omicron's impact in the United States and elsewhere, and what our “new normal” of life with COVID should be. They also talk about how the Omicron variant is affecting kids, make sense of what the current hospitalization numbers really mean, and answer two COVID queries on testing.
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Jan 6, 2022
Episode 85: Smart Testing in the Omicron Surge
In "Smart Testing in the Omicron Surge," Dr. Osterholm analyzes the data on the severity of the Omicron variant, the rise in hospitalizations, the effectiveness of rapid antigen tests, and the new testing strategies being implemented across the US.
Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
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Dec 29, 2021
Episode 84: Imperfect Situations and Imperfect Solutions
In this week's episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss eight major issues surrounding the rapid spread of the Omicron variant and his stance on the new CDC quarantine and isolation guidelines.
Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
Donate for CIDRAP's 20th anniversary: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/donate
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Dec 22, 2021
Episode 83: On Viral Time
In this week's episode, Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the rapid global spread of the Omicron variant, how the United States and other countries around the world are responding to the Omicron surge, and how to approach the holidays.
Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
Last year's Polar Express Holiday Episode: cidrap.umn.edu/covid-19/podcasts-webinars/polar-express
Donate for CIDRAP's 20th anniversary: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/donate
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Dec 16, 2021
Episode 82: A Viral Blizzard
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
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Dec 9, 2021
Episode 81: The Early Data on Omicron
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
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Dec 2, 2021
Episode 80: The Emergence of Omicron
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
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Nov 24, 2021
Thanksgiving Mini Episode
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.
Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
Donate for CIDRAP's 20th anniversary: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/donate
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Nov 18, 2021
Episode 78: Breakthroughs and Boosters
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.
Mike's Beautiful Place: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/mikes-beautiful-place-taiwan
Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
Donate for CIDRAP's 20th anniversary: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/donate
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Nov 11, 2021
Episode 77: A Booster Dose of Humility
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.
Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
Evin's beautiful place: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/evins-beautiful-place
Donate for CIDRAP's 20th anniversary: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/donate
Listen to season 2 of Superbugs and You: https://link.chtbl.com/superbugs
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Nov 4, 2021
Episode 76: Vaccines in the World of Delta
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.
Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
Inside the Pandemic: A candid conversation with Dr. Michael Osterholm and Andy Slavitt: https://umf.formstack.com/forms/InsideThePandemic
Listen to season 2 of Superbugs and You: https://link.chtbl.com/superbugs
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Oct 28, 2021
Episode 75: Evolving Science
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
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Oct 21, 2021
Episode 74: Implement, Study, Learn
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.
Email us your questions at OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
Tiffany's Beautiful Place: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/tiffanys-beautiful-place
"Even-Though Risk Communication" by Peter Sandman and Jody Lanard: http://psandman.com/col/Corona57.htm
Donate now for CIDRAP's 20th anniversary: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/donate
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Oct 14, 2021
Episode 73: Don't Think Like June
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.
Bags of Gratitude: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/bags-of-gratitude
Cecilia's Beautiful Place: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/cecelias-beautiful-place-photo
Email us your questions at OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
Donate now for CIDRAP's 20th anniversary: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/donate
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Oct 7, 2021
Episode 72: A Surge in Optimism
This week, Dr. Osterholm offers his perspective on COVID mitigation strategies in schools, the new antiviral drug molnupiravir, the unpredictability of the upcoming flu season, and optimism after receiving his booster shot.
Email us your questions at OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
From 'heroes to villains': Why this Covid surge is different for health care workers:
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/health-care-workers-went-heroes-villains-rcna2559
Transcript available here: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/ep-72-transcript
Donate now for CIDRAP's 20th anniversary: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/donate
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Sep 30, 2021
Episode 71: Boosting the Vaccination Effort
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the CDC’s new booster recommendation and international booster recommendations, the struggle to protect our children from COVID in schools, and recently published studies on respiratory protection.
Email us your questions at OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
Donate now for CIDRAP's 20th anniversary: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/donate
These Hard Days YouTube video: https://youtu.be/3aXJyXadLcU
View photos of Steph's beautiful places:
https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/stephs-beautiful-places
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Sep 23, 2021
Episode 70: Corrected Science
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the uncertain future of the pandemic in the U.S. and abroad, the FDA Advisory Committee's new recommendation on booster doses, and vaccinations and cases in children.
Email us your questions at OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
View photos of Mike's beautiful places and things:
https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/mikes-beautiful-places-and-photos
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Sep 16, 2021
Episode 69: A Whole New Ball Game
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the various mitigation strategies that are being used across the world to fight the Delta variant, President Biden's new vaccine mandate, outbreaks in children and schools, and the potential for a third or "booster" dose.
Email us your questions at OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
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Sep 9, 2021
Episode 68: Recalculating Risk
This week, Dr. Osterholm provides insight on the state of the pandemic in the US and internationally, the importance of keeping children safer as schools go back in session, and the risk of outdoor events for fully vaccinated individuals.
Email us your questions at OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
Russ's Beautiful "Place": https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/brothers-keeper-russ
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Sep 2, 2021
Episode 67: You Can’t Run Out the Game Clock
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the state of the pandemic in the US and abroad, evolving data on vaccines and their effectiveness, and schools in the age of Delta.
Email us your questions at OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
Listen to the standalone version of Mike's interview with Dr. Jena here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fIy3SBqdawo
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Aug 26, 2021
Episode 66: Thank You, Dr. Jena
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the news of FDA granting full approval to the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine, updates on booster doses and the rationale being considered, and the need for updated guidance as schools reopen.
Email us your questions at OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
View photos of Carl's beautiful place: https://adobe.ly/2juYXIb
Corsi Box: https://www.texairfilters.com/a-variation-on-the-box-fan-with-merv-13-filter-air-cleaner/
ASTM Standards for Face Coverings: https://www.astm.org/COVID-19/
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Aug 19, 2021
Episode 65: An Ongoing Tug of War
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the national and international picture, the announcement of third booster doses in the US, and challenges that can be anticipated as schools reopen.
Email us your questions at OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
Watch Rune's video of his beautiful place.The panoramic video shows the Møysalen mountain area, Vesterålen and Lofoten in northern Norway. The pictures are from one of the many beaches found in Lofoten: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YMwsr3iw-18
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Aug 12, 2021
Episode 64: Straight Talk
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss major topics our listeners have been asking about, including vaccine effectiveness, herd immunity, masking, risks to children, and mandates.
Email your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
References:
Delta Is Bad News for Kids by Katherine J. Wu (The Atlantic): https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2021/08/delta-variant-covid-children/619712/
View Angela's (@MidModernMama) place of inspiration: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/place-inspiration-angela
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Aug 5, 2021
Episode 63: Ebbs and Flows
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the ebbs and flows of this pandemic, the latest Delta-driven activity, breakthrough cases, and considerations for effective respiratory protection.
Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
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Jul 29, 2021
Episode 62: Untangling the Data
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the Delta variant and the surge in cases in the US, the new CDC recommendation for masking among vaccinated people, and answer a COVID query on breakthrough cases.
View a photo of Christian's beautiful place here: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/beautiful-place-christian-high-uintas-wilderness
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Jul 22, 2021
Episode 61: Divided by Delta
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and guest host Cory Anderson discuss the global and national impact of the delta variant, address misinformation about vaccines, discuss mixed messaging that has challenged public health, and answer a listener question about seasonality.
Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
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Jul 8, 2021
Episode 60: A Formidable Foe
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss our uncertain future with this virus, the patchwork of activity at the global level, what we might anticipate as the Delta variant grows in the US, and an update on booster doses.
Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
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Jun 24, 2021
Episode 59: Wrestling with Risk
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/
Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
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Jun 10, 2021
Episode 58: A Year at Sea
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the international spread of COVID, the spread of the newest variant of concern, the ongoing virus origin controversy, the debate about immune passports, and a new segment on practical advice for listeners.
Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
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May 27, 2021
Episode 57: Reading the Pitch
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss what global activity might look like moving forward, the latest on the B1617.2 variant, hosting the Olympics during a pandemic, and the importance of monitoring and investigating breakthrough infections.
Email us at OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
Washington Post article: https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/interactive/2021/covid-rates-unvaccinated-people/?itid=hp-top-table-main-0430b
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May 20, 2021
Episode 56: From Checkers to Chess
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss updates from around the world, remarkable declines across much of the US, the CDC's updated guidance related to masks, and considerations for maintaining public health credibility.
COVID-19: Workers Need Respirators Fact Sheet from ACGIH: https://1lnfej4c7wie44voctzq1r57-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Fact-Sheet_Workers-Need-Respirators.pdf
Article by Peter Sandman and Jody Lanard: http://www.psandman.com/col/Corona48.htm
Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
Shop podcast and CIDRAP merchandise: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/shop
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May 13, 2021
Episode 55: Mother Nature Strikes Again
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss updates from around the globe, approaches to consider when learning how to live with this virus, thoughts related to guidance from CDC, and FDA's authorization of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine for children 12 to 15 years of age.
Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
Shop podcast and CIDRAP merchandise: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/shop
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May 6, 2021
Episode 54: Vaccines and Taking Care of Friends
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the latest COVID-19 activity, an updated WHO document acknowledging the role of aerosols in transmission, the tipping point of vaccine supply and demand in the US, and the ongoing need for vaccines at the global level.
Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
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Apr 29, 2021
Episode 53: Two Doses of Vaccine and One Dose of Humility
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss declining COVID-19 activity in the US, updates from global hotspots, and answer a variety of questions submitted by listeners in a special mailbag segment.
Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
This podcast is brought to you by the Longer Life Foundation: https://www.longerlife.org/
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Apr 22, 2021
Episode 52: A Balancing Act Continued
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss global cases reaching a new record high, the latest on vaccinations and blood clots, when we might expect vaccine supply to outstrip demand, and reports of breakthrough cases in individuals who were fully vaccinated.
Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
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Apr 15, 2021
Episode 51: A Balancing Act
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the latest epidemiology of COVID-19 in the US and around the world, considerations for school reopenings with the emergence of B117, and the pause in the use of the J&J vaccine.
Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
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Apr 8, 2021
Episode 50: Sitting in Limbo
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss rising COVID-19 cases across much of the world, the apparent regional pattern of activity in the US, and WHO's report on the potential origin of SARS-CoV-2.
Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
Check out new Podcast and CIDRAP merchandise: https://www.mnalumnimarket.com/collections/cidrap
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Apr 1, 2021
Episode 49: You Can't Dismiss Gravity
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss rising COVID-19 cases across much of the world, the apparent regional pattern of activity in the US, and WHO's report on the potential origin of SARS-CoV-2.
Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
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Mar 25, 2021
Osterholm Update Live (March 23, 2021)
In this special live episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall answer listener questions on the use of the AstraZeneca-Oxford University vaccine, new CDC guidance on distancing in schools, when children will be eligible to receive vaccination for COVID-19, and more.
Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
Watch the live recording here: https://youtu.be/BwjLZMjD1LA
Moments of Light from Akash: https://www.osterholmupdate.com/post/act-of-kindness-from-akash
Mended Heart Pendant by Karin Jacobson: https://www.karinjacobson.com/products/mended-heart-pendant
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Mar 18, 2021
Episode 48: A Mended Heart
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the importance of humility when trying to understand COVID-19, the move to suspend use of the AstraZeneca vaccine in some countries, and physical distancing in schools.
Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
Watch the live podcast recording on March 23rd at 7pm Central: https://youtu.be/BwjLZMjD1LA
Mended Heart Pendant by Karin Jacobson: https://www.karinjacobson.com/products/mended-heart-pendant
Stream Vaccinate With Love by Peter Lake: https://open.spotify.com/album/2wILyl3gjwynCWDYG8hVRa?si=CC_ODHmhRTOrFpH2n_JPtg
Transmission of SARS-CoV-2 from asymptomatic and presymptomatic individuals in healthcare settings despite medical masks and eye protection: https://academic.oup.com/cid/advance-article/doi/10.1093/cid/ciab218/6168040
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Mar 11, 2021
Episode 47: Preparing for Act Three
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss what the "third act" of the COVID-19 pandemic could look like in the context of vaccines and variants, easing of restrictions throughout much of the US, and the CDC's guidelines for fully vaccinated individuals.
Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
Browse the podcast and CIDRAP merchandise store: https://www.mnalumnimarket.com/collections/cidrap?utm_source=website&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=CIDRAPpodcast&utm_content=CIDRAP
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Mar 4, 2021
Episode 46: Winnable Moments
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss why COVID-19 is declining in many areas of the US, where we're at with the variants, the latest CIDRAP Viewpoint report on strategic deployment of vaccines, and living with the virus after vaccination.
Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
Browse the podcast and CIDRAP merchandise store: https://www.mnalumnimarket.com/collections/cidrap?utm_source=website&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=CIDRAPpodcast&utm_content=CIDRAP
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Feb 24, 2021
Episode 45: Watchful Waiting
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss why COVID-19 is declining in many areas of the US, where we're at with the variants, the latest CIDRAP Viewpoint report on strategic deployment of vaccines, and living with the virus after vaccination.
Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
Read the new CIDRAP Viewpoint Report: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/sites/default/files/public/downloads/cidrap-covid19-viewpoint-report7.pdf
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Feb 18, 2021
Episode 44: Hurricane Warning
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the debate regarding what lies ahead for the US, the ongoing need for global access to vaccines, and important considerations for respiratory protection and aerosol transmission.
“Vaccinate With Love (Dedicated To Dr. Osterholm)” is available on Spotify, YouTube, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Tencent Music, Deezer, Tidal, and Pandora.
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2LO6MZ0w06BnfgIfoJHIe6
Website: peterlakesounds.com
Instagram: @peterlakemusic
100% of streaming royalties donated to the Frontline Families Fund
Read more about protecting essential workers: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/covid-19/preparedness-and-response/protecting-essential-workers
Read the letter requesting immediate action to address SARS-CoV-2 inhalation exposure: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/feb-15-2021-letter
Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
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Feb 10, 2021
Episode 43: A Realist Adjusts the Sails
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the current trajectory of the pandemic and inconsistent public health messaging in the US, the latest information on variants and considerations for prioritizing first doses of vaccine, and questions related to the safety of dental and medical care amid the pandemic.
Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
Visit the podcast website: OsterholmUpdate.com
Browse the podcast and CIDRAP merchandise store: https://www.mnalumnimarket.com/collections/cidrap
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Feb 4, 2021
Episode 42: Calling an Audible
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the latest challenges related to variants of concern, the case for delaying second doses of current vaccines to broaden access to first doses, and double masking.
Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
Visit the podcast website: OsterholmUpdate.com
Browse the podcast and CIDRAP merchandise store: https://www.mnalumnimarket.com/collections/cidrap
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Jan 28, 2021
Episode 41: Surrender Is Not an Option
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the issue of opening schools, updates on variants of concern, and more news on vaccines and their distribution.
Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
Visit the podcast website: OsterholmUpdate.com
Browse the podcast and CIDRAP merchandise store: https://www.mnalumnimarket.com/collections/cidrap
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Jan 21, 2021
Episode 40: An Imperfect Storm
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the latest information on SARS-CoV-2 variants, estimates as to just how much of the US population might have some immunity to the virus, and the current supply and demand of vaccines.
Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
Listen to the rendition of 'Hail Mary' submitted by Ruth and her choir members: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/hail-mary-full-grace-audio
Visit the podcast website: OsterholmUpdate.com
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Jan 14, 2021
Episode 39: Places We've Never Been Part 2
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the shifting baseline of COVID-19 in the US, the latest information on SARS-CoV-2 variants of concern, continued challenges complicating vaccine distribution, and side effects associated with the COVID-19 vaccines.
Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
Browse the podcast and CIDRAP merchandise store: https://www.mnalumnimarket.com/collections/cidrap
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Jan 6, 2021
Episode 38: Places We've Never Been
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the rotating epidemiology of the pandemic in the US, updates on variants of the virus and what they might mean moving forward, and challenges with the last mile and the last inch of vaccine distribution.
Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
Browse the podcast and CIDRAP merchandise store: https://www.mnalumnimarket.com/collections/cidrap
Read the Letter from Dr. Thayer Snyder: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/letter-teresa-thayer-snyder
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Dec 25, 2020
Holiday Special: The Polar Express
In this holiday special mini-sode, Dr. Osterholm reads the polar express to his grandkids. Happy Holidays from the Osterholm Update team!
Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
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Dec 23, 2020
Episode 37: Now Is the Time
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss reports of new SARS-CoV-2 variants from the UK and South Africa and potential implications, additional federal recommendations for vaccine prioritization, further information on vaccines for pregnant women, and the epidemiology of the pandemic heading into the holidays.
Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
Browse the podcast and CIDRAP merchandise store: https://www.mnalumnimarket.com/collections/cidrap
Resources for COVID-19 vaccines and pregnancy:
https://www.acog.org/clinical/clinical-guidance/practice-advisory/articles/2020/12/vaccinating-pregnant-and-lactating-patients-against-covid-19
https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.smfm.org/media/2591/SMFM_Vaccine_Statement_12-1-20_(final).pdf
https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/umn-pregnancy-covid-vaccine
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Dec 17, 2020
Episode 36: The Miracle in Brainerd
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss COVID-19 vaccines becoming vaccinations, forthcoming research related to the safety of vaccinating pregnant women, continued surges throughout much of the US, and guidance for having safe holidays.
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Dec 10, 2020
Episode 35: The Last Mile to the Last Inch
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss COVID-19 trends in the US and globally, the last mile and the critical last inch of the vaccine journey, and what we've learned about schools to this point.
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Dec 3, 2020
Episode 34: The Best of Times and the Worst of Times
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the status of COVID-19 in the US post-Thanksgiving, ACIP recommendations for how vaccine distribution should be prioritized, potential timelines for vaccine distribution, shortening quarantine, and how to talk to children about the pandemic.
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Nov 25, 2020
Episode 33: A Thanksgiving Perspective
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the exponential growth of cases in the US and elsewhere, more promising news regarding vaccines and the obstacles that remain, the impact of surging cases on healthcare workers, and an opportunity to help out with the Frontline Families Fund.
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Nov 18, 2020
Episode 32: Stop Swapping Air
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the exponential growth of cases in the US and elsewhere, more promising news regarding vaccines and the obstacles that remain, the impact of surging cases on healthcare workers, and an opportunity to help out with the Frontline Families Fund.
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Nov 12, 2020
Episode 31: Pay to Prevail
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the pandemic's growing strain on healthcare systems across the US, limitations of modeling, the concept of paying to prevail, encouraging news in the vaccine world, and the implications of infected mink in Denmark.
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Nov 6, 2020
Episode 30: A New Dialogue
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss record-breaking case numbers in the US, public trust in science amid the COVID-19 pandemic, expectations for vaccines, more details related to bubbling, and the risks associated with gatherings.
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Oct 29, 2020
Episode 29: Finding Light While in the Tunnel
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss surging case numbers across the US and many parts of the world, the shortage trifecta and the challenges it brings, and steps people can take to stay as safe as possible until we reach the light at the end of the COVID-19 tunnel.
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Oct 21, 2020
Episode 28: Failure Is Not an Option
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss what lies ahead in the coming months, misconceptions related to Sweden, the "pixie dust and pseudoscience" behind the Great Barrington Declaration, and considerations for Halloween and other holidays in this age of COVID-19.
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Oct 15, 2020
Special Episode: Osterholm Update Live (October 2020)
In this special live episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the latest COVID-19 activity in the US and around the world, then answer listener questions on blood type and the role it may play in COVID-19 infection, the Great Barrington Declaration, what reinfections might mean for vaccines, an update on Mama Kitty, and more.
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Watch the live recording here: https://youtu.be/D9ihyYQL8O0
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Oct 8, 2020
Episode 27: COVID in the Capital
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the outbreak of COVID-19 at the White House and the lessons it provides, the CDC's acknowledgement of airborne transmission, and advice on how to vote as safely as possible during a pandemic.
Watch next week's live recording of the podcast: https://youtu.be/D9ihyYQL8O0
Watch today's (10/8) webinar with the FDA Commissioner on the review process for vaccines: https://youtu.be/C75_eMnNvlc
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Oct 1, 2020
Episode 26: Planes, Trains, or Automobiles?
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the changing demographics of new COVID-19 cases, the prevalence of SARS-CoV-2 antibodies in the US, what the end of the pandemic might look like, and recommendations for traveling and gatherings as the holiday season approaches.
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Sep 24, 2020
Episode 25: Ripple Effects
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss COVID-19 activity in the US as the country's death toll surpasses 200,000, where we're at with vaccines, the role of the CDC following its latest challenges, indirect downstream health impacts being caused by the pandemic, and advice for pet owners.
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Sep 17, 2020
Episode 24: Long-Haulers
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the need for leadership moving forward, lingering symptoms and conditions among long-haulers, the latest on different SARS-CoV-2 strains, and the importance of getting a flu vaccine as the fall and winter approaches.
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Sep 10, 2020
Episode 23: COVID-19 and Mental Health
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss news of a Phase 3 vaccine trial being put on hold, updates on the timeline for a safe and effective vaccine, the role of rapid antigen testing, and the pandemic's toll on mental health.
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Daily Coronavirus Testing at Home? Many Experts Are Skeptical:
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/09/06/health/coronavirus-rapid-test.html
Prevalence of Depression Symptoms in US Adults Before and During the COVID-19 Pandemic:
https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2770146
Mental Health, Substance Use, and Suicidal Ideation During the COVID-19 Pandemic — United States, June 24–30, 2020:
https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/69/wr/mm6932a1.htm
The Implications of COVID-19 for Mental Health and Substance Use:
https://www.kff.org/coronavirus-covid-19/issue-brief/the-implicati…
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Sep 3, 2020
Episode 22: Pregnancy in a Pandemic
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss herd immunity and the COVID-19 death toll, reports of more reinfections, what is known about pregnancy during the pandemic, and the critical need for data on vaccine safety and effectiveness before approval.
Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
How Our Brains Numb Us to COVID-19's Risks:
https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/covid-risks-stop-seeming-so-scary/2020/08/21/09c286c4-cc49-11ea-bc6a-6841b28d9093_story.html
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Aug 27, 2020
Episode 21: Crazy Days
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the impact that Sturgis and students returning to higher education might have on case numbers in the US, the critical need for quality and transparent regulatory science, and the first confirmed cases of reinfection with COVID-19.
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Aug 20, 2020
Episode 20: Message Chaos
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss reports of increasing cases in parts of Europe, challenges that universities are facing as students return to campus, and mixed messaging on topics related to COVID-19 testing, herd immunity, and the flu vaccine.
Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
Epistemic Trespassing:
https://doi.org/10.1093/mind/fzx042
CIDRAP SMART Testing:
https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/sites/default/files/public/downloads/cidrap-covid19-viewpoint-part3.pdf
NYTimes Article on Herd Immunity:
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/08/17/health/coronavirus-herd-immunity.html
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Aug 13, 2020
Special Episode: Osterholm Update Live
In this special live episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the latest COVID-19 activity in the US and around the world, then answer listener questions on understanding immunity to SARS-CoV-2, advice on how to get quality information on the pandemic, the reliability of tests, and more.
Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
Watch the live recording here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1LXro9ffc5M
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Aug 6, 2020
Episode 19: No Time to Rest
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall go over the latest COVID-19 activity in the United States and around the world, the critical importance of vaccine safety, responding effectively to misinformation, and the role that face shields play in this pandemic.
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Commentary in The Guardian:
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2020/aug/04/coronavirus-pandemic-wave-wildfire
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Jul 30, 2020
Episode 18: Preparing for the Fall
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss what the fall might look like in the United States, the CDC's guidelines on reopening schools, the latest developments in vaccines, challenges related to testing for COVID-19, and the effectiveness of cleaning and hand washing in reducing transmission.
The Atlantic - Hygiene Theater Is a Huge Waste of Time:
https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2020/07/scourge-hygiene-theater/614599/?utm_source=feed
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Jul 22, 2020
Episode 17: Reopening Schools Part 2
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the latest COVID-19 trends in the United States, guidance for schools looking to reopen, questions regarding the durability of SARS-CoV-2 immunity, and clarify CIDRAP's position on cloth face coverings.
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Jul 16, 2020
Episode 16: Reopening Schools Part 1
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss considerations for reopening schools in the Fall, the concept of superspreaders and their role in the transmission of COVID-19, and recent statements regarding vaccines and masks.
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Jul 10, 2020
Episode 15: A Coronavirus Forest Fire
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the continued increase in cases throughout much of the United States, how other countries have managed the pandemic, the latest on aerosol transmission of SARS-CoV-2, and the just released CIDRAP Viewpoint on COVID-19 surveillance.
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Jul 1, 2020
Episode 14: Viral Gravity
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss surging cases in the United States, the challenge of testing and tracing in hot spots, hugging in the midst of a pandemic, and news about a swine flu strain with pandemic potential.
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Jun 24, 2020
Episode 13: What I Know and Don't Know About COVID-19
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the epidemiology of COVID-19 in the United States, racial disparities highlighted by the pandemic, studies measuring antibodies in recovered patients and what that might mean for immunity, and the challenge of communicating ever-evolving science to best inform the public.
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Studies on Immunity:
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41591-020-0965-6
https://www.eurosurveillance.org/content/10.2807/1560-7917.ES.2020.25.24.2001031
Studies on Masks:
https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(20)31142-9/fulltext
https://www.pnas.org/content/early/2020/06/10/2009637117
Minimising Indoor Transmission of COVID-19
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0160412020317876
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Jun 17, 2020
Episode 12: A Tale of Two Countries
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss recent trends in cases across the United States, the public's current perception of this pandemic and its timeline, an outbreak of cases in Beijing, the challenges that might occur if influenza season overlaps with ongoing COVID-19 activity, and the phases of vaccine development.
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The Role of Particle Size in Aerosolised Pathogen Transmission: A Review
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21094184/
Quantity and Size Distribution of Cough-Generated Aerosol Particles Produced by Influenza Patients During and After Illness
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22651099/
Aerosol Transmission of Infectious Disease
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25816216/
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Jun 10, 2020
Episode 11: Driven by the Data
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the role that asymptomatic individuals might play in COVID-19 transmission, the issue of repeat PCR testing and "chronic infection," the latest updates on masks, and studies assessing the effectiveness of shutdowns in reducing illness.
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Jun 2, 2020
Special Episode: Masks and Science
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the current science on COVID-19 and cloth masks.
Email us your questions at OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
References can be accessed here:
https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/revised-mask-transcript-6220
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May 27, 2020
Episode 10: A New Time for Public Health
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss indirect consequences of the pandemic, issues around reported testing data, the upcoming CIDRAP Viewpoint report on contact tracing, and teaming up with the Minneapolis Federal Reserve Bank to co-host the webinar, "Living in a COVID-19 world."
Email us your questions at OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
Living in a COVID-19 World webinar: https://youtu.be/zRgAvyaEiAQ
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May 20, 2020
Episode 9: Smart Testing
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the concept of smart testing, the risk of transmission outdoors, reports of children developing an inflammatory condition following infection with COVID-19, and the CDC's role in this pandemic.
Email us your questions at OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
Articles mentioned in the episode:
CIDRAP Viewpoint report on testing: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/sites/default/files/public/downloads/cidrap-covid19-viewpoint-part3.pdf
STAT article by Helen Branswell: https://www.statnews.com/2020/05/19/vaccine-experts-say-moderna-didnt-produce-data-critical-to-assessing-covid-19-vaccine/
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May 12, 2020
Episode 8: Raring to Reopen
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the many states beginning to reopen, the strategy being pursued in Sweden, the challenges and reality of a COVID-19 vaccine, and theories that the virus came from a lab.
Email us your questions at OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu
STAT news article on vaccines:
https://www.statnews.com/2020/05/06/mounting-promises-on-covid-vaccines/
CIDRAP story on coronavirus conspiracies:
https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/news-perspective/2020/05/scientists-exactly-zero-evidence-covid-19-came-lab
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May 6, 2020
Episode 7: Pandemic Wave Scenarios
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss future scenarios for COVID-19 based on previous pandemics, the shifting epidemiology of the disease and those it infects, and the possibility of college students returning to campus in the fall.
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Apr 29, 2020
Episode 6: The Question of Immunity
In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the latest information on immunity following recovery from COVID-19, outbreaks among employees of food and meat processing facilities, the role of pets in the pandemic, and the public's perspective on social distancing.
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Apr 22, 2020
Episode 5: Living with the Virus
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.
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Apr 14, 2020
Episode 4: The Reality of Testing
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.
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Apr 8, 2020
Episode 3: Preparing For What's To Come
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.
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Mar 31, 2020
Episode 2: The Global Coronavirus Response
In this episode of Osterholm Update: COVID-19, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the trajectory of the COVID-19 pandemic in the US and elsewhere, the US national response, the “war zone” situation in overstretched hospitals, and the leadership of the WHO thus far.
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Mar 24, 2020
Episode 1: How We Got Here
In the first episode of Osterholm Update: COVID-19, Dr. Osterholm and co-host Chris Dall discuss how we got here and what to expect in the weeks and months to come. We also discuss potential immunity after infection with the coronavirus, testing shortages, and finally, how we can support each other and be good neighbors in this new world.
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