The Return of Whooping Cough
Explore the resurgence of pertussis, its impact on public health, and the effectiveness of current vaccination strategies, including insights from the 2010 California outbreak.
Impact of Globalization on the U.S. Food Supply
Explore the impact of global food imports on US health, focusing on safety standards, antibiotic use, and regulatory challenges in an interconnected world.
Using Whole Genome Sequencing and Social Network Analysis to Track Disease
Innovative approach combining DNA sequencing and social network analysis solves mysterious tuberculosis outbreak, revolutionizing public health investigations and disease tracking.
One Health - Humans, Animals and the Environment
Explore the interconnected health of humans, animals, and the environment. Learn about disease evolution, transmission, and global spread, emphasizing the importance of cross-disciplinary collaboration.
The Emerging Role of Social Media in Public Health
Explore how social media and non-traditional data sources revolutionize public health surveillance, enabling rapid detection and monitoring of emerging infectious diseases.
Update on H7N9 - Should We Be Concerned?
Experts discuss H7N9 and H5N1 avian influenza viruses, their potential for human-to-human transmission, and strategies for prevention and vaccine development. Key issues and global cooperation efforts are explored.
The Role of the Microbiome in Infection Control
Explore the impact of microbiome disruption on infection control, focusing on C. difficile and multidrug-resistant organisms. Learn about potential interventions and future directions in healthcare epidemiology.
Universal Influenza Vaccine Update
Exploring the development of a universal influenza vaccine, covering current research efforts, challenges, and potential benefits for public health. Discusses innovative approaches like monoclonal antibodies and conserved epitopes.
EdTech - The Ultimate APT
Explore the privacy and security risks of educational technology implementation in schools, highlighting concerns and potential actions for improvement.
From Cancer to Covid-19 - Tackling Today's Medical Issues
Nobel laureate Harold Varmus and Brian Greene discuss the COVID-19 pandemic, scientific literacy, cancer research advancements, and the role of scientists in today's political climate.
Splicing and Dicing DNA - Genome Engineering and the CRISPR Revolution
Explore the revolutionary CRISPR gene-editing technology, its applications in medicine and agriculture, and the ethical challenges it presents for the future of human evolution and disease prevention.
Pandemic Fix - Seeking Universal Vaccines
Experts discuss next-generation vaccines, pandemic threats, and global health challenges. Topics include vaccine development, epidemic response, social media's role, and emerging scientific breakthroughs in immunology and public health.
Cool Jobs - Amphibian Biologist
Amphibian biologist Tyrone Hayes explores frog development, chemical fertilizer impacts, and links to human health. His research on frogs reveals connections between pesticides and breast cancer, highlighting environmental and public health concerns.
Cool Jobs - Medical Ecologist
Discover the Vertical Farm Project with medical ecologist Dickson Despommier, exploring urban renewal and sustainable food production through innovative skyscraper farming techniques.
Cancer's Last Stand - The Genome Solution
Experts discuss The Cancer Genome Atlas, exploring how genomic research is revolutionizing cancer understanding and treatment, with insights on breakthroughs, collaborations, and future implications for healthcare and drug development.
The Dark Side of the Cloud - How a Lack of EMR Security Controls Helped Amplify the Opioid Crisis
Explores how manipulation of an Electronic Health Records system contributed to the opioid crisis, highlighting the role of inadequate security controls in amplifying prescription drug abuse.
How Mr. Condom Made Thailand a Better Place
Discover how Thailand's innovative population control strategy, led by Mechai Viravaidya, transformed the nation's standard of living through frank discussions and creative condom promotion.
The Good News of the Decade
Hans Rosling uses stunning visuals to reveal unreported progress in reducing child mortality, challenging conventional statistical approaches and highlighting a significant global health achievement.
Why is the Science of Nutrition Ignored in Medicine?
Renowned researcher T. Colin Campbell explores the overlooked role of nutrition in medicine, drawing from decades of groundbreaking studies on food's impact on cancer and health.
Driving the Blades for a Positive Cut
Discover how a positive mindset can improve health and reduce hospital visits. A renowned surgeon shares insights on maintaining wellness through optimistic thinking and proactive lifestyle choices.
An Ethical Plan for Ending the Pandemic and Restarting the Economy
Danielle Allen proposes "smart testing" to address COVID-19's health and economic threats, using peer-to-peer software for tracking cases and enabling a safe return to work.