Episode 1589 • • 1:30:59 - 1:41:03
1589: Valudation
Michael Osterholm, Seasonal Infection and Pandemic Preparedness
Epidemiologist Michael Osterholm suggested that the FDA aims to treat COVID-19 as a "seasonal infection" similar to influenza, requiring regular vaccinations. During an interview with Chuck Todd, Osterholm advocated for a 9/11-style commission to review the government's response to the pandemic. He emphasized that while the current severity of illness is lower than in 2021, the virus remains widespread and future pandemics are inevitable.