Spending more time indoors in fall and winter might be appealing and cozy, but it can also be an effective way for respiratory viruses to spread. Alaska has seen spikes in respiratory illness in recent weeks. What do you need to know about the latest viral variants, their treatment and the vaccines that can prevent infection or lessen severity if you do get sick? Alaska’s top medical experts join us to describe the latest science about viral disease, how to prevent it and answer your questions on this Talk of Alaska.
HOST: Lori Townsend
GUESTS:
- Dr. Joe McLaughlin – State Epidemiologist, Alaska Department of Health
- Dr. Robert Lawrence – Chief Medical Officer, State of Alaska
- Sarah Aho – Immunization Program Manager, Alaska Department of Health
Related:
- Alaska Department of Health epidemiology updates
- How to get your vaccination records
- Respiratory Virus Guidance | CDC
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LIVE Broadcast: Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. on APRN stations statewide.
Lori Townsend is the chief editor, senior vice president of journalism and senior host for Alaska Public Media. You can send her news tips and program ideas for Talk of Alaska and Alaska Insight at ltownsend@alaskapublic.org or call 907-550-8452. Read more about Lori here.
