Special Edition: Sick Season is Coming - Insights from an Epidemiologist
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The arrival of fall means so-called “sick season” is right around the corner. It’s a time when respiratory viruses like flu, COVID and RSV tend to peak. So, what can you expect this year? Today we’re talking with epidemiologist Dr. Katelyn Jetelina. You may know her from social media or her popular Substack newsletter, “Your Local Epidemiologist.” She also co-founded the Health Trust Initiative and is a senior scientific advisor to the CDC.  Today, she’s sharing insights about the type of flu season to expect, what to know about this year’s vaccines (and when to get them), and even new guidelines for parents.   Join us again for our 10-minute daily news roundups every Mon-Fri!  Learn more about our Dr. Katelyn Jetelina: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Become an INSIDER and get ad-free episodes here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sign-up for our weekly EMAIL: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/email Get The NewsWorthy MERCH here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/merch Sponsors: Download the FREE Ibotta app to start earning cash back and use code NEWSWORTHY to get $5. Shop the SKIMS Soft Lounge Collection at SKIMS.com. Now available in sizes XXS - 4X. To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to [email protected] #covid #vaccines #rsv
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