<p>In this addendum to Episode 164, Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the approval of the 2024-2025 mRNA COVID-19 vaccines.&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/covid-19/fda-green-lights-seasons-updated-mrna-covid-vaccines">FDA green-lights season's updated mRNA COVID vaccines</a> (Mary Van Beusekom, CIDRAP News)</p> <p>Listen to <em>Episode 164: Only the Beginning</em> <a href="https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/covid-19/episode-164-only-beginning">here</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/newsletter">Sign up for CIDRAP's daily newsletter</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/covid-19/osterholm-update-covid-19"><strong>MORE EPISODES</strong></a>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/support-cidrap"><strong>SUPPORT THIS PODCAST</strong></a></p>

<p dir="ltr">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.</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/covid-19/clinical-considerations/covid-19-vaccines-us.html">Use of COVID-19 Vaccines in the United States: Interim Clinical Considerations</a> (CDC)</p> <p><a href="https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/covid-19/osterholm-update-covid-19"><strong>MORE EPISODES</strong></a>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/support-cidrap"><strong>SUPPORT THIS PODCAST</strong></a></p>

<p>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.</p> <p>Please fill out our <a href="https://redcap.ahc.umn.edu/redcap/surveys/?s=DKAXDYKTDXCN4HLT">Listener Feedback Survey</a>!</p> <p><a href="https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/covid-19/three-studies-spotlight-long-term-burden-covid-us-adults">Three studies spotlight long-term burden of COVID in US adults</a> (Van Beusekom, <em>CIDRAP News</em>)</p> <p><a href="https://www.science.org/content/article/long-covid-trials-aim-clear-lingering-virus-help-patients-need">Lessons in persistence: new long COVID trials aim to clear lingering virus—and help patients in dire need</a> (Couzin-Frankel, <em>Science</em>)</p> <p><a href="https://www.economist.com/graphic-detail/coronavirus-excess-deaths-estimates">The pandemic’s true death toll</a> (<em>The Economist</em>)</p> <p><a href="https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/antimicrobial-stewardship/superbugs-you">Superbugs &amp; You podcast</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/osterholm-update">More episodes</a></p> <p><a href="cidrap.umn.edu/support">Support this podcast</a></p> <ul>&nbsp;</ul>

<p>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.</p> <p>Email us your questions at <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p> <p>Watch Rune&#039;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: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YMwsr3iw-18">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YMwsr3iw-18</a></p>

<p>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.</p> <p>Email your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p> <p>References:<br /> Delta Is Bad News for Kids by Katherine J. Wu (The Atlantic): <a href="https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2021/08/delta-variant-covid-children/619712/">https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2021/08/delta-variant-covid-…</a></p> <p>View Angela&#039;s (@MidModernMama) place of inspiration: <a href="https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/place-inspiration-angela">https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/place-inspiration-angela</a></p>

<p>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.</p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p>

<p>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.</p> <p>View a photo of Christian&#039;s beautiful place here: <a href="https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/beautiful-place-christian-high-uintas-wilderness">https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/beautiful-place-christian-high-uintas-wilder…</a></p>

<p>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.</p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p>

<p>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.</p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p>

<p>In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the &quot;whack-a-mole&quot; 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.</p> <p>Star Tribune Article: <a href="https://www.startribune.com/counterpoint-vaccine-mandate-at-u-would-be-counterproductive/600070928/">https://www.startribune.com/counterpoint-vaccine-mandate-at-u-would-be-…</a></p> <p>STAT Article: <a href="https://www.statnews.com/2021/06/15/resilience-prescription-covid-19-traumatic-events/">https://www.statnews.com/2021/06/15/resilience-prescription-covid-19-tr…</a></p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p>

<p>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.</p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p>

<p>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. </p> <p>Email us at <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p> <p>Washington Post article: <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/interactive/2021/covid-rates-unvaccinated-people/?itid=hp-top-table-main-0430b">https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/interactive/2021/covid-rates-unva…</a></p>

<p>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</p>

<p>In "H5N1 Uncertainty," Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the latest national COVID trends, a recent study on Paxlovid, and H5N1 avian flu virus infection in cattle. Dr. Osterholm also shares the latest "This Week in Public Health History" segment and interviews two members of the podcast team.</p> <p>Please fill out our <a href="https://redcap.ahc.umn.edu/redcap/surveys/?s=DKAXDYKTDXCN4HLT">Listener Feedback Survey</a>!</p> <p><a href="https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/covid-19/swedish-study-suggests-link-between-long-covid-and-severity-illness">Swedish study suggests link between long COVID and severity of illness</a>&nbsp;(Stephanie Soucheray,&nbsp;<em>CIDRAP News</em>)</p> <p><a href="https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/covid-19/study-long-covid-affects-8-those-covid-19-more-common-women">Study: long COVID affects 8% of those with COVID-19, is more common in women</a> (Stephanie Soucheray,&nbsp;<em>CIDRAP News</em>)</p> <p><a href="https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/covid-19/new-neurologic-issues-less-likely-after-severe-covid-flu-research-suggests">New neurologic issues less likely after severe COVID than flu, research suggests</a> (Mary Van Beusekom,&nbsp;<em>CIDRAP News</em>)</p> <p><a href="https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa2309003">Nirmatrelvir for vaccinated or unvaccinated adult outpatients with COVID-19</a> (Hammond et al.,&nbsp;<em>New England Journal of Medicine</em>)</p> <p><a href="https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMe2402224">Treating acute COVID-19 — final chapters still unwritten</a> (Gandhi &amp; Hirsch,&nbsp;<em>New England Journal of Medicine</em>)</p> <p><a href="https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/osterholm-update">More episodes</a></p> <p><a href="cidrap.umn.edu/support">Support this podcast</a></p>

<p>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</p>

<p>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. </p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p>

<p>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. </p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p> <p>This podcast is brought to you by the Longer Life Foundation: <a href="https://www.longerlife.org/">https://www.longerlife.org/</a></p>

<p>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. </p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p>

<p>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&amp;J vaccine.</p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p>

<p>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&#039;s report on the potential origin of SARS-CoV-2.</p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p> <p>Check out new Podcast and CIDRAP merchandise: <a href="https://www.mnalumnimarket.com/collections/cidrap">https://www.mnalumnimarket.com/collections/cidrap</a></p>

<p>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&#039;s report on the potential origin of SARS-CoV-2.</p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p>

<p>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.</p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p> <p>Watch the live recording here: <a href="https://youtu.be/BwjLZMjD1LA">https://youtu.be/BwjLZMjD1LA</a></p> <p>Moments of Light from Akash: <a href="https://www.osterholmupdate.com/post/act-of-kindness-from-akash">https://www.osterholmupdate.com/post/act-of-kindness-from-akash</a></p> <p>Mended Heart Pendant by Karin Jacobson: <a href="https://www.karinjacobson.com/products/mended-heart-pendant">https://www.karinjacobson.com/products/mended-heart-pendant</a></p>

<p>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.</p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p> <p>Watch the live podcast recording on March 23rd at 7pm Central: <a href="https://youtu.be/BwjLZMjD1LA">https://youtu.be/BwjLZMjD1LA</a></p> <p>Mended Heart Pendant by Karin Jacobson: <a href="https://www.karinjacobson.com/products/mended-heart-pendant">https://www.karinjacobson.com/products/mended-heart-pendant</a></p> <p>Stream Vaccinate With Love by Peter Lake: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/2wILyl3gjwynCWDYG8hVRa?si=CC_ODHmhRTOrFpH2n_JPtg">https://open.spotify.com/album/2wILyl3gjwynCWDYG8hVRa?si=CC_ODHmhRTOrFp…</a></p> <p>Transmission of SARS-CoV-2 from asymptomatic and presymptomatic individuals in healthcare settings despite medical masks and eye protection: <a href="https://academic.oup.com/cid/advance-article/doi/10.1093/cid/ciab218/6168040">https://academic.oup.com/cid/advance-article/doi/10.1093/cid/ciab218/61…</a></p>

<p>In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss what the &quot;third act&quot; 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&#039;s guidelines for fully vaccinated individuals. </p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p> <p>Browse the podcast and CIDRAP merchandise store: <a href="https://www.mnalumnimarket.com/collections/cidrap?utm_source=website&amp;utm_medium=website&amp;utm_campaign=CIDRAPpodcast&amp;utm_content=CIDRAP">https://www.mnalumnimarket.com/collections/cidrap?utm_source=website&amp;ut…</a></p>

<p>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 <em>Shigella</em>. Dr. Osterholm also shares the latest "This Week in Public Health History" segment and interviews members of the podcast team.&nbsp;</p> <ul> <a href="https://doi.org/10.1038/s41590-024-01754-8">Iron dysregulation and inflammatory stress erythropoiesis associates with long-term outcome of COVID-19</a> (Hanson et al.,&nbsp;<em>Nature Immunology</em>)<br> <a href="https://www.pewresearch.org/science/2024/03/07/how-americans-view-the-coronavirus-covid-19-vaccines-amid-declining-levels-of-concern/">How Americans view the coronavirus, COVID-19 vaccines amid declining levels of concern</a> (Tyson &amp; Pasquini,&nbsp;<em>Pew Research Center</em>)<br> <a href="https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/antimicrobial-stewardship/spike-extensively-drug-resistant-shigella-cases-reported-uk-europe">Spike in extensively drug-resistant Shigella cases reported in UK, Europe</a> (Dall,&nbsp;<em>CIDRAP News</em>)<br> <a href="https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/antimicrobial-stewardship/cdc-warns-increase-extensively-drug-resistant-shigellosis">CDC warns of increase in extensively drug-resistant shigellosis</a> (Dall,&nbsp;<em>CIDRAP News</em>)<br> <a href="https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/antimicrobial-stewardship/superbugs-you">Superbugs &amp; You podcast</a> — new episode&nbsp;coming 3/26!<br> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/society/2020/may/26/last-iron-lung-paul-alexander-polio-coronavirus">The man in the iron lung</a> (McRobbie, <em>The Guardian</em>)<br> <a href="https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/osterholm-update">More episodes</a><br> <a href="cidrap.umn.edu/support">Support this podcast</a> </ul>

<p>In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss why COVID-19 is declining in many areas of the US, where we&#039;re at with the variants, the latest CIDRAP Viewpoint report on strategic deployment of vaccines, and living with the virus after vaccination.</p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p> <p>Browse the podcast and CIDRAP merchandise store: <a href="https://www.mnalumnimarket.com/collections/cidrap?utm_source=website&amp;utm_medium=website&amp;utm_campaign=CIDRAPpodcast&amp;utm_content=CIDRAP">https://www.mnalumnimarket.com/collections/cidrap?utm_source=website&amp;ut…</a></p>

<p>In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss why COVID-19 is declining in many areas of the US, where we&#039;re at with the variants, the latest CIDRAP Viewpoint report on strategic deployment of vaccines, and living with the virus after vaccination.</p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p> <p>Read the new CIDRAP Viewpoint Report: <a href="https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/sites/default/files/public/downloads/cidrap-covid19-viewpoint-report7.pdf">https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/sites/default/files/public/downloads/cidrap-…</a></p>

<p>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 Browse the podcast and CIDRAP merchandise store: https://www.mnalumnimarket.com/collections/cidrap?utm_source=website&amp;utm_medium=website&amp;utm_campaign=CIDRAPpodcast&amp;utm_content=CIDRAP This podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Podcasts. Subscribe on YouTube!</p>

<p>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.</p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p> <p>Visit the podcast website: OsterholmUpdate.com</p> <p>Browse the podcast and CIDRAP merchandise store: <a href="https://www.mnalumnimarket.com/collections/cidrap">https://www.mnalumnimarket.com/collections/cidrap</a></p>

<p>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.</p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p> <p>Visit the podcast website: OsterholmUpdate.com</p> <p>Browse the podcast and CIDRAP merchandise store: <a href="https://www.mnalumnimarket.com/collections/cidrap">https://www.mnalumnimarket.com/collections/cidrap</a></p>

<p>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.</p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p> <p>Visit the podcast website: OsterholmUpdate.com</p> <p>Browse the podcast and CIDRAP merchandise store: <a href="https://www.mnalumnimarket.com/collections/cidrap">https://www.mnalumnimarket.com/collections/cidrap</a></p>

<p>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.</p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p> <p>Listen to the rendition of &#039;Hail Mary&#039; submitted by Ruth and her choir members: <a href="https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/hail-mary-full-grace-audio">https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/hail-mary-full-grace-audio</a></p> <p>Visit the podcast website: OsterholmUpdate.com</p> <p>Browse the podcast and CIDRAP merchandise store: <a href="https://www.mnalumnimarket.com/collections/cidrap">https://www.mnalumnimarket.com/collections/cidrap</a></p>

<p>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.</p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p> <p>Browse the podcast and CIDRAP merchandise store: <a href="https://www.mnalumnimarket.com/collections/cidrap">https://www.mnalumnimarket.com/collections/cidrap</a></p>

<p>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.</p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p> <p>Browse the podcast and CIDRAP merchandise store: <a href="https://www.mnalumnimarket.com/collections/cidrap">https://www.mnalumnimarket.com/collections/cidrap</a></p> <p>Read the Letter from Dr. Thayer Snyder: <a href="https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/letter-teresa-thayer-snyder">https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/letter-teresa-thayer-snyder</a></p>

<p>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 Browse the podcast and CIDRAP merchandise store: https://www.mnalumnimarket.com/collections/cidrap</p>

<p>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.&nbsp;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.</p> <p><a href="https://www.cdc.gov/respiratory-viruses/guidance/background.html?CDC_AAref_Val=https://www.cdc.gov/respiratory-viruses/background/index.html">Background for CDC’s Updated Respiratory Virus Guidance</a> (CDC)</p> <p><a href="https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/support">Support this podcast</a></p>

<p>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. </p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p> <p>Browse the podcast and CIDRAP merchandise store: <a href="https://www.mnalumnimarket.com/collections/cidrap">https://www.mnalumnimarket.com/collections/cidrap</a></p> <p>Resources for COVID-19 vaccines and pregnancy:<br /> <a href="https://www.acog.org/clinical/clinical-guidance/practice-advisory/articles/2020/12/vaccinating-pregnant-and-lactating-patients-against-covid-19">https://www.acog.org/clinical/clinical-guidance/practice-advisory/artic…</a><br /> <a href="https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.smfm.org/media/2591/SMFM_Vaccine_Statement_12-1-20_(final).pdf">https://s3.amazonaws.com/cdn.smfm.org/media/2591/SMFM_Vaccine_Statement…</a><br /> <a href="https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/umn-pregnancy-covid-vaccine">https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/umn-pregnancy-covid-vaccine</a></p>

<p>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. </p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p> <p>Learn more and donate to the Frontline Families Fund: <a href="https://www.frontlinefamiliesfund.org/">https://www.frontlinefamiliesfund.org/</a></p> <p>Visit the Osterholm Update podcast website: <a href="https://www.osterholmupdate.com/">https://www.osterholmupdate.com/</a></p>

<p>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&#039;ve learned about schools to this point.</p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p> <p>Learn more and donate to the Frontline Families Fund: <a href="https://www.frontlinefamiliesfund.org/">https://www.frontlinefamiliesfund.org/</a></p> <p>Visit the Osterholm Update podcast website: <a href="https://www.osterholmupdate.com/">https://www.osterholmupdate.com/</a></p>

<p>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. </p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p> <p>Learn more and donate to the Frontline Families Fund: <a href="https://www.frontlinefamiliesfund.org/">https://www.frontlinefamiliesfund.org/</a></p> <p>Visit the Osterholm Update podcast website: <a href="https://www.osterholmupdate.com/">https://www.osterholmupdate.com/</a></p>

<p>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.</p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p> <p>Learn more and donate to the Frontline Families Fund: <a href="https://www.frontlinefamiliesfund.org/">https://www.frontlinefamiliesfund.org/</a></p> <p>Visit the Osterholm Update podcast website: <a href="https://www.osterholmupdate.com/">https://www.osterholmupdate.com/</a></p>

<p>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.</p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p> <p>Share the #StopSwappingAir message on your social media: <a href="https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/stop-swapping-air-campaign">https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/stop-swapping-air-campaign</a></p> <p>Subscribe to the new CIDRAP podcast miniseries, Superbugs and You: <a href="https://link.chtbl.com/superbugsandyoutrailer">https://link.chtbl.com/superbugsandyoutrailer</a></p> <p>Learn more and donate to the Frontline Families Fund: <a href="https://www.frontlinefamiliesfund.org/">https://www.frontlinefamiliesfund.org/</a></p> <p>Visit the Osterholm Update podcast website: <a href="https://www.osterholmupdate.com/">https://www.osterholmupdate.com/</a></p>

<p>In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the pandemic&#039;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. </p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p> <p>Visit the Osterholm Update podcast website: <a href="https://www.osterholmupdate.com/">https://www.osterholmupdate.com/</a></p> <p>Support the podcast here: <a href="https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/donate-now">https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/donate-now</a></p>

<p>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.</p> <p>Email us: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p> <p>Support the podcast here: <a href="https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/donate-now">https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/donate-now</a></p>

<p>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. </p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p> <p>Support the podcast here: <a href="https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/donate-now">https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/donate-now</a></p>

<p>In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss what lies ahead in the coming months, misconceptions related to Sweden, the &quot;pixie dust and pseudoscience&quot; behind the Great Barrington Declaration, and considerations for Halloween and other holidays in this age of COVID-19.</p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p> <p>Support the podcast here: <a href="https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/donate-now">https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/donate-now</a></p>

<p>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.&nbsp;</p>

<p>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.</p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p> <p>Watch the live recording here: <a href="https://youtu.be/D9ihyYQL8O0">https://youtu.be/D9ihyYQL8O0</a></p> <p>Support the podcast here: <a href="https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/donate-now">https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/donate-now</a></p>

<p>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&#039;s acknowledgement of airborne transmission, and advice on how to vote as safely as possible during a pandemic. </p> <p>Watch next week&#039;s live recording of the podcast: <a href="https://youtu.be/D9ihyYQL8O0">https://youtu.be/D9ihyYQL8O0</a></p> <p>Watch today&#039;s (10/8) webinar with the FDA Commissioner on the review process for vaccines: <a href="https://youtu.be/C75_eMnNvlc">https://youtu.be/C75_eMnNvlc</a></p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p> <p>Support the podcast here: <a href="https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/donate-now">https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/donate-now</a></p>

<p>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.</p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p> <p>Visit our website: cidrap.umn.edu</p> <p>Subscribe on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/OsterholmUpdateCOVID19">https://www.youtube.com/c/OsterholmUpdateCOVID19</a></p>