Topic: The Big One

2 chapters across the catalog

Zeds
Episode 1796 5:00 - 10:43

1796: Zeds

Michael Osterholm, The Big One Pandemic Warning

Dr. Michael Osterholm appeared on CBS Mornings to promote his new book, "The Big One: How We Must Prepare for Future Deadly Pandemics." Osterholm warned of a potential "combo" virus that is as infectious as COVID-19 but as lethal as MERS or SARS, which he claims has been discovered in bats in China within the last year. The timing of the book release and media appearance is noted as coinciding with the RFK Jr. Senate hearings.

Rolling Start
Episode 1603 1:40:07 - 1:42:51

1603: Rolling Start

RSV Vaccine Shortage, Insurance Disputes

"Boots on the ground" reports from medical professionals suggest the widely reported shortage of RSV vaccines is a manufactured narrative to drive demand. Doctors indicate that insurance companies are refusing to cover the $1,000 shots because the risk to healthy adults is statistically negligible. The conflict appears to be a financial dispute between pharmaceutical manufacturers and insurers.