Coronavirus: Everything You Need to Know

Dr. Ashish Jha Update Sep 22, 2022

White House Coronavirus Response Coordinator Dr. Ashish Jha joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses where we stand with SARS CO-V-2, the benefits of getting the updated COVID-19 booster AND a flu shot at the same time, Long COVID, and Paxlovid.

Admiral Brett Giroir on President Biden’s COVID Diagnosis, Treatment and Outlook Jul 25, 2022

Decorated Public Health expert Admiral Brett Giroir joins Dr. Marc Siegel to discuss President Biden's recent COVID diagnosis, treatment and outlook. Hear how he thinks vaccines, testing and treatment have evolved since the onset of the pandemic.

FDA Advisory Committee Member Dr. Paul Offit on COVID19 Vaccines for the Youngest Children Jun 22, 2022

Member of the FDA's Vaccines and Related Biological Products Advisory Committee (VRBPAC), Dr. Paul Offit, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and offers insight into the group’s decision to recommend approval of the COVID vaccine for children as young as 6 months.

NIAID Director Dr. Anthony Fauci Update on COVID, Long COVID, Monkeypox Jun 10, 2022

NIAID Director and Chief Medical Advisor to the President, Dr. Anthony Fauci joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses COVID variants, vaccines and boosters, COVID fatigue and public health precautions, Long COVID, Paxlovid rebound, Monkeypox, and the responsibility of every individual to reject the normalization of untruths.

FDA Commissioner Dr. Robert M. Califf on COVID Vaccines, Therapeutics, and the Dangers of Misinformation May 09, 2022

Commissioner of Food and Drugs at the FDA Dr. Robert M. Califf joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses the changing narrative on Covid19 vaccines and their importance, the role of Paxlovid in treating Covid19, the overdose epidemic, and why he believes misinformation is the leading cause of death.

COVID Vaccines, Therapeutics, Variants, Long COVID, Ability To Tackle the Next Pandemic May 02, 2022

Director of the Vaccine and Immunotherapy Center (VIC) at Massachusetts General Hospital, Dr. Mark Poznansky, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses the latest information on vaccine development, current therapeutics, Long COVID, individual responsibility in preventing the spread of COVID, and the United States’ ability to tackle the next pandemic.

COVID-19 Research, ACE2 Receptors, Therapeutics, Boosters Apr 28, 2022

Dr. Steve Hodak and his guest, Dr. Leopoldo Segal, discuss current therapeutics and our ability to treat severe cases in the ICU. They also discuss promising new research into ACE2 inhibitors and what the findings can mean for the future of treating and preventing severe virus infection.

Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy Update on COVID Variants, Protocols, Masking Apr 14, 2022

21st Surgeon General of the United States, Dr. Vivek Murthy joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses what’s going on with Omicron and other COVID 19 variants in the US, pandemic protocols, and masking on planes. He also addresses the mental health crisis and opioid epidemic.

Reporting on Long COVID, Gridiron Outbreak, Boosters, and Protecting Against COVID Apr 13, 2022

Public Health Professor at George Washington University and Former Health Commissioner of Baltimore, Dr. Leana Wen joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses her reporting on Long COVID, the Gridiron outbreak of COVID-19, the second booster and who should receive it, how we can protect against the virus, and funding for future pandemics.

Testing Positive for COVID-19 When Traveling Internationally Apr 05, 2022

Founding Director of The UAB Travelers Health Clinic, Dr. David Freedman, joins Dr. Ira Breite and discusses guidelines for traveling abroad, testing requirements for travel, and what to expect if you get a COVID infection when you’re in a foreign country.

Researching Long-COVID To Enhance Recovery Mar 18, 2022

Dr. Fred Feit talks with Dr. Stuart Katz, a principal investigator of RECOVER, a nationwide NIH-funded study looking at the long-term effects of COVID-19. Hear what researchers have learned so far…and what they are still hoping to understand.

A Voice for Children Left Orphaned by the Pandemic Mar 15, 2022

Former Senior Technical Advisor on the CDC COVID-19 International Task Force, Dr. Susan Hillis, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses the impact loss of a parent or caregiver due to COVID-19 has had on children. Hear facts, data, and moving stories–and learn what you can do to help.

The Latest Data on COVID-19 Origins Mar 15, 2022

Director of Infectious Disease Genomics at the Scripps Research Translational Institute, Dr. Kristian Andersen, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses the proper way to look at evidence of COVID-19 origins, data from the Wuhan Market in China, his thoughts on lab-origins theories, and why he believes we’ve underestimated COVID-19 all along—and still do.

Health and Health Care Disparities Related to Rehabilitation After COVID-19 Infection Mar 02, 2022

Dr. Jonathan Whiteson and his guest, Dr. Julie Silver, discuss the disabilities many people are experiencing after recovering from a COVID infection, the challenges they face in finding proper treatment for these issues, and what can be done to improve healthcare for this population of patients.

CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky on Public Health Guidelines, Long COVID, and COVID Immunity Feb 09, 2022

Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Dr. Rochelle Walensky, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses evolving science and changing guidelines for public health, CDC mask guidance and state/local responses, the need for research on Long COVID, and the difficult nuances of protection after COVID 19 infection.

Former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb on Omicron, Vaccines, Testing, Therapeutics Feb 02, 2022

Former Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Scott Gottlieb joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses the FDA’s speed of approvals for vaccines and therapeutics, the disappointing level of uptake of COVID19 vaccines for kids, how home testing has changed the paradigm for consumer self-diagnoses, and what steps we should take moving forward.

Omicron, COVID-19 Infection, What’s Happening in the Pediatric ER Jan 27, 2022

Pediatrician Dr. Arun Chopra and his guest, Dr. Ethan Wiener, offer a peek into the Pediatric Emergency Room and how the Omicron variant has impacted the health of children and the young patients they see in the hospital.

Dr. Anthony Fauci Update on Omicron, Vaccines, Boosters, Therapeutics Jan 26, 2022

NIAID Director, Dr. Anthony Fauci, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses the Omicron variant, next-generation vaccines, when we might expect Omicron-specific boosters, and the outlook on therapeutics. He weighs in on the origins of COVID-19 and why misinformation during the pandemic endangers lives.

Dr. Eric Topol on Data Reporting and Public Health Messaging Jan 24, 2022

Founder and Director of the Scripps Research Translational Institute, Dr. Eric Topol, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses the importance of health data reporting. He shares his concerns on public health messaging and why health agencies need to improve communication during the pandemic.

CDC Director Rochelle Walensky on COVID Data and Messaging Jan 20, 2022

Director of the Centers for Disease Control, Rachelle Walensky joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses masks, vaccine compliance, the CDC’s recommendations on post-COVID isolation, and adjusting messaging while working with pandemic data in real time.

Dr. Art Caplan With the Message Many Are Overlooking During This Pandemic Jan 18, 2022

Founding head of the Division of Medical Ethics at NYU Langone Health, Dr. Arthur Caplan, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and explains why protecting others is an important message that has been overlooked during the Pandemic—and why all of us are affected by hospitals overwhelmed with COVID patients, even if we never get infected.

The World’s COVID Vaccine, Preventing New Variants Jan 14, 2022

Dean of the National School of Tropical Medicine, Dr. Peter Hotez, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses the new COVID-19 vaccine he helped develop and its role in helping to overcome vaccine inequity around the world. Hear his expert insights on vaccine longevity concerns, new variants, and the difficult decision options for schools.

COVID Testing and How To Manage the Results Jan 13, 2022

Dr. Frank Adams and his guest, Dr. Nathaniel Hafer, review the various COVID 19 tests--what’s available, the pros and cons of each, testing diagnostics, determining action after a positive result, and how to establish isolation periods.

Are COVID Vaccines Being Distributed Effectively Around the World? Jan 11, 2022

Chair in the Department of Epidemiology at McGill University, Dr. Madhukar Pai, joins Dr. Marc Siegel, and expresses his concerns about the inequity of vaccine distribution around the world, and why he believes the traditional “Big Pharma” model for global health is not working.

COVID Testing Update, Omicron Surge Jan 07, 2022

Dr. Steven Hodak and his guest, Dr. Anna Bershteyn, discuss when and how to use COVID at-home rapid tests most efficiently, who needs to get a PCR, the CDC’s isolation/quarantine rules, COVID transmission, vaccines, boosters, and keeping schools open.

Dr. Robert Redfield on Omicron, Testing, Therapies, and Vaccines Jan 06, 2022

Former Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Dr. Robert Redfield, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and shares his thoughts on COVID 19 vaccines and a potential fourth dose, the need to “Warp Speed” antivirals and testing, and his frustration with the lack of access to therapeutics.

US Surgeon General Vivek H. Murthy on Omicron, COVID Vaccines, Testing, and Therapeutics Dec 20, 2021

US Surgeon General, Dr. Vivek H. Murthy, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and offers an update on the current state of the pandemic with the COVID Omicron variant. He also discusses the importance of testing and emerging medications in our battle against the virus. And he addresses COVID vaccine myths and vaccination hesitancy.

Omicron Transmissibility – Are We on a Collision Course With Reality? Dec 17, 2021

Center For Infectious Disease Research & Policy Director, Dr. Michael Osterholm, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and explains how the unvaccinated population around the world is driving COVID-19. Hear why he’s concerned about the Omicron variant’s ability to spread quickly, and why tremendous amounts of transmission during the next month may leave at risk populations vulnerable.

Vaccines, Variants, Public Policy Dec 13, 2021

President and CEO of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and former acting director of the CDC, Dr. Richard Besser, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and talks about COVID-19 variants, vaccine hesitancy, and the importance of clear public policy measures to help guide us through the pandemic.

Omicron and Researching New COVID-19 Variants Dec 09, 2021

Should we be worried about Omicron? Director of NYU Langone Health’s VIRology Institute, Dr. Benjamin tenOever, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and weighs in on the COVID-19 Omicron variant’s origins theories, as well as why he is not overly worried about it. He offers insights into research on new variants, and whether or not it’s necessary to modify boosters as new variants develop.

Rheumatic Disease and COVID Vaccines Dec 03, 2021

Dr. Steven Hodak and his guest, Dr. Natalie Azar, examine the reasons some people living with rheumatic diseases like arthritis and gout are hesitant to get the COVID vaccine, and what can be done to reach and educate these patients on the benefits and safety of getting their COVID vaccines – and a booster.

Dr. Scott Gottlieb Update on COVID-19 Omicron Variant Dec 01, 2021

Former FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb joins Dr. Marc Siegel and offers insight into what we need to watch out for with the new COVID-19 Omicron variant, including transmissibility, severity of symptoms, efficacy of current vaccines to protect against it, and what we might expect with the pandemic in the upcoming months.

The Omicron Variant: What It Is. Should We Be Worried? Nov 30, 2021

The President of the American College of Physicians, Dr. George Abraham, joins Dr. Ira Breite and discusses what we know about the Omicron variant of COVID-19, including origins, transmissibility, and how effective current vaccines are to protect against it.

Dr. Amesh Adalja on Vaccines, Boosters, and COVID-19 Goals Nov 24, 2021

Senior Scholar at the Johns Hopkins University Center for Health Security, Dr. Amesh Adalja, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses COVID vaccines, boosters, the complexity of measuring COVID-19 immunity, and why he believes there is a need to make messaging for COVID-19 goals more clear.

COVID Update on Vaccines, Testing, and Holiday Safety Nov 23, 2021

Senior Scholar at the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security, Dr. Jennifer Nuzzo, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses COVID vaccine distribution, COVID testing, and how to travel and celebrate the holidays safely.

COVID-19 Testing Update Nov 18, 2021

Associate Chair of Pathology at Newton-Wellesley Hospital in Massachusetts, Dr. Michael Misialek, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses COVID-19 testing, what kinds of tests are available, when they should be used, how to use testing over the holidays, and the role testing has had in keeping kids in schools.

The Waning Effects of the COVID Vaccine & the Role of Boosters Nov 15, 2021

Scripps Research Translational Institute Founder and Director, Dr. Eric Topol, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and offers insight into the waning effects of the COVID vaccines, the role of boosters, our current understanding of natural immunity against COVID, and the distortion of science during the pandemic.

Dr. Anthony Fauci Update on Boosters, Child Vaccines, Immunity Nov 12, 2021

Director of the National Institute of Allergies and Infectious Diseases, Dr. Anthony Fauci, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses COVID boosters, vaccine uptake, children’s vaccinations, therapeutics, and why he believes masks are important during the upcoming winter season.

Vaccinating Children 5 to 11 Years of Age Nov 11, 2021

Director of the Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases at Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital at NYU Langone Health, Dr. Adam Ratner, joins Dr. Steven Hodak and discusses the COVID vaccine for children 5 to 11. Helping parents and caregivers to understand how the dosage is different for these younger children, what to expect in terms of side effects, and why vaccinating this population of kids is a critical part of protecting everyone from COVID.

COVID 19 Antiviral Pills Explained, COVID Origins Nov 10, 2021

Director of the Virology Institute of NYU (The VIRION) Dr. Benjamin tenOever, PhD, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and explains the biology of how both the Merck and Pfizer COVID 19 pills work against the virus—how they are alike and how they differ. And, find out why he believes this coronavirus was not manufactured in a lab.

FDA’s Peter Marks on Approval of Child Vaccines, Boosters, Immunity Nov 05, 2021

Director of the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research (CBER) at the Food and Drug Administration, Dr. Peter Marks, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses the Pfizer vaccine for children ages 5 to 11 and the data that shows it is safe and effective, as well as boosters and vaccine timing for durable immunity.

COVID-19 Vaccines for Children Ages 5 to 11—A Parent’s Guide Nov 04, 2021

Pediatrician Dr. Dan Rauch and his guest, Dr. Frank Esper, explain the FDA and CDC authorization of COVID vaccines for children, the dosing for younger kids, and why vaccinations are effective, safe, and an important part of protecting children from infection and the long-term effects of the virus.

Considerations in COVID Vaccine Approvals for Children Nov 03, 2021

Chief of Pediatric Infectious Diseases at Tufts Children’s Hospital and Member of the FDA's VRBPAC, Dr. H. Cody Meissner, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and offers insights into the considerations made when reviewing the data to determine whether or not to authorize COVID vaccines for children, the dosage that should be used, and how the vaccines will be distributed.

COVID Vaccines for Children-Study Findings Nov 01, 2021

Stanford Professor of Global Health, Infectious Diseases, and Pediatrics, Dr. Yvonne Maldonado, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and offers insight into the clinical trials she’s led looking at the safety and efficacy of COVID vaccines for children. And, she explains how vaccinating pregnant women benefits their babies.

COVID Vaccines for Kids 5 to 11—Data, Science, Doses, Distribution Oct 29, 2021

Member of the FDA's Vaccines Advisory Committee and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center Director of Infectious Diseases, Dr. Paul Spearman, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses the data and science reviewed for the FDA’s decision to authorize emergency use of vaccines in children 5 to 11. Hear about dosage, distribution considerations, and next steps to get shots in children’s arms.

COVID Vaccines, Pregnancy, Protection for Newborn Oct 28, 2021

Pediatrician Dr. Seema Awatramani talks with pediatric epidemiologist and Pediatric Stewardship Director, Dr. Jennifer Lighter, and Director of the Division of Maternal Fetal Medicine at NYU Langone Health, Dr. Ashley Roman, about the pending approval of the COVID vaccine for children under 12, the health risks a COVID infection presents to pregnant women, the benefits of the COVID vaccine during pregnancy, and their encouraging research showing that expectant moms transfer protection against COVID 19 to the fetus after being vaccinated.

AMA President Discusses COVID and Its Impact on Health Care Oct 27, 2021

American Medical Association President, Dr. Gerald E. Harmon, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses public health and vaccine hesitancy, as well as the impact the pandemic has had on healthcare workers and availability of medical services and medications.

David Kessler on the White House Plans for COVID Vaccines and Distribution Oct 25, 2021

Chief Science Officer for the White House COVID-19 Response Team, Dr. David Kessler, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and shares insight into the Administration’s expectations concerning vaccines for children, what that might look like in schools and pediatricians’ offices, and where he thinks we are headed with the pandemic in the next several months.

Dr. Ashish Jha Update on COVID- Testing, Vaccines, Boosters, and the Holiday Season Oct 22, 2021

Dean of Brown University’s School of Public Health, Dr. Ashish Jha, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses at home COVID testing, masking, global distribution of vaccines, boosters, and what he thinks we'll see this winter, as the pandemic continues.

Data Used for FDA Review of COVID Vaccines and Boosters Oct 20, 2021

Dr. Marc Siegel and his guest, Professor of Microbiology and Immunology, and Member of the Vaccines and Related Biological Products Advisory Committee (VRBPAC), Dr. Stanley Perlman, discuss the data reviewed and questions considered as the FDA meets to decide whether or not to give approval for administering COVID boosters, mixing and matching booster doses, and vaccines for children under 12.

Sense of Smell and What We Eat, COVID and Loss of Smell Oct 15, 2021

Registered dietician Samantha Heller and her guest, Dr. Christopher Simons, discuss the role sense of smell has in what we eat and how much we eat, as listeners ask questions and share their experiences with anosmia and phantom smells after a COVID-19 infection.

COVID 19 Vaccines and Boosters Oct 14, 2021

Director of Vaccine and Immunotherapy Center (VIC) at Massachusetts General Hospital, Dr. Mark Poznansky, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses the development of vaccines and boosters to prevent spread of the virus, and how the vaccines work to build immunity.

COVID Vaccines, Testing, Variants, Fall and Winter Expectations Oct 11, 2021

University of Washington IHME Assistant Professor, Dr. Vinay Gupta, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses where America stands as far as COVID-19 testing and global vaccine distributions, as well as where we are headed in terms of the Delta variant and vaccine usage.

CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky COVID Update Oct 01, 2021

Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Dr. Rochelle Walensky joins Dr. Marc Siegel and offers insight into the CDC’s decisions on COVID boosters, the importance of masking and vaccines, and the role mandates have in helping stay ahead of the spread of the virus and its variants.

The Benefits of Masking Sep 30, 2021

Pediatrician c talks to the principle investigator and Chair of the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development’s Pediatric Trials Network, Dr. Danny Benjamin, about the steps to prevent COVID Transmission in schools and the solid science behind wearing masks, as well as the role masking has in keeping schools safe.

COVID-19 Therapeutics Studies, Using Convalescent Plasma Sep 29, 2021

Chair of Molecular Microbiology and Immunology at Johns Hopkins School of Public Health, Dr. Arturo Casadevall, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses the studies on Convalescent Plasma and when it is most effective in treating COVID-19 patients. He also shares his thoughts on natural versus vaccinated protection against the virus.

NIH Director Dr. Francis S. Collins’ COVID-19 Update Sep 28, 2021

National Institutes of Health Director, Dr. Francis S. Collins joins Dr. Marc Siegel and offers insight into the studies examining genetics and COVID-19 infections, testing, emerging therapeutics, as well as preventing and managing the symptoms of Long-COVID.

COVID Vaccines, a Global Perspective Sep 27, 2021

Dr. Marc Siegel and his guest, Dr. Madhukar Pai, MD, PhD, examine the state of the Pandemic around the world, global vaccine availability, and distribution.

COVID Vaccines for Children, Boosters, FDA Approval Process Sep 24, 2021

Member of the FDA's Vaccines and Related Biological Products Advisory Committee (VRBPAC), Dr. Paul Offit, talks with Dr. Marc Siegel about the data being reviewed in determining the safety and efficacy of COVID vaccines for children, and the need for boosters. And he explains the role of the FDA in the approval process.

COVID19 Rehab: From the ICU Onward Sep 23, 2021

Dr. Jonathan Whiteson and his guests outline the programs available to patients to help them overcome post-COVID symptoms and disabilities.

Dr. Scott Gottlieb: Insights on COVID-19 Outbreak Sep 21, 2021

Former FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses the successes and failures of the government and health agencies during the early days of the COVID-19 outbreak, and what needs to be done to be prepared for the next pandemic.

COVID and Return To Fall School Sports Sep 17, 2021

Pediatrician Dr. Seema Awatramani and her guest discuss the typical challenges of returning to sports in the fall, the added concerns brought on by COVID-19, and the APA recommendations to help keep young athletes and spectators safe.

Long-COVID and Kids Sep 15, 2021

Dr. Jonathan Whiteson examines the findings of a new study showing that lingering physical, mental and neurological symptoms are affecting children, including many who had mild reactions to the initial coronavirus infection.

US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy COVID Update Sep 13, 2021

US Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses the COVID vaccines, boosters, the Delta variant, and the Administration’s vaccine mandates.

Effects of COVID-19 on Youth Athletes Sep 10, 2021

The COVID 19 Pandemic had a significant impact on young athletes. But was it all negative? Sports Medicine Doctors Cordelia Carter and Guillem Lomas examine the findings of new research by the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons.

How COVID-19 Spreads in Babies & Toddlers Sep 09, 2021

Pediatrician Dr. Benard Dreyer and his guest discuss how COVID 19 affects infants and toddlers and how to avoid transmission between adults and the very young.

NEJM Study on Pfizer COVID Vaccine Safety Sep 08, 2021

Dr. Marc Siegel talks with Harvard Predictive Medicine Group’s CHIP Director, Dr. Ben Reis, about his study comparing Myocarditis risk for COVID vaccines versus COVID infection, as well as the many side effects those vaccinated experienced in comparison to the side effects experienced by people who contracted the virus without a vaccine.

Dr. Sanjay Gupta COVID 19 Update Sep 03, 2021

Emmy Award Winning Chief Medical Correspondent for CNN, Dr. Sanjay Gupta, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses the current status of the Pandemic, the neurological manifestations of COVID 19, and the politicization of masking and vaccines.

COVID 19, the Vaccine, and Pregnancy Aug 31, 2021

Dr. Marc Siegel and his guest discuss the impact of COVID 19 during pregnancy and why women are at higher risk for severe illness due to COVID during pregnancy. And they review the facts and myths of the effects of the COVID vaccine on hormones and fertility.

Delta Variant, Vaccine Protection, Ivermectin Aug 30, 2021

Dr. Marc Siegel and his guest, Clinical Director of the Infectious Disease Clinic at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Chair and Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School, Dr. Paul Sax, examine the latest information on the Delta variant, and how effective the current vaccines are to protect against it. They also review some of the misinformation surrounding treatments for COVID 19.

Media and COVID 19 Public Health Messaging Aug 27, 2021

Dr. Marc Siegel and Chief Medical Correspondent for CBS, Dr. John LaPook discuss COVID 19, public health messaging, and what can be done to help reduce vaccine hesitancy through coherent and clear communication of the facts.

COVID19 Update, Global Outbreak, Vaccine Distribution Aug 25, 2021

Dr. Marc Siegel and his guest Professor Madhukar Pai, MD, PhD offer a world view of the current state of the Pandemic and the importance of vaccine distribution around the world—with insight into the challenges we may face if the virus is not controlled globally.

Thinking & Attention Problems Linked to COVID 19 Aug 24, 2021

Dr. Jonathan Whiteson and his guest discuss the findings of new research looking at the long-term impact of COVID 19 on the brain, how long the effects may last, and how we can distinguish these effects as biological as opposed to the anxiety and stress relationship surrounding the Pandemic.

COVID in Kids; Vaccines for Kids; Delta Symptoms Aug 18, 2021

Director of the Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases at NYU Langone Health, Dr. Adam Ratner, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses the impact the COVID Delta variant is having on children, the recommendations of the American Pediatric Association for masking in schools, and the latest information on COVID vaccines for children under 12.

Pregnancy and COVID Vaccine, Testing, Vaccine Distribution Aug 16, 2021

Senior Scholar at the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security, Dr. Jennifer Nuzzo, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses the newly released CDC research showing the benefits of the COVID vaccine for pregnant women, and their babies. Hear the latest on COVID testing and global vaccine distribution.

COVID and Back to School Safety Guidelines Aug 13, 2021

Pediatrician Dr. Arun Chopra talks with a member of the Executive Committee for the American Academy of Pediatrics’ Council on School Health about the recommendations for children returning to school safely, without putting their health in jeopardy.

Vaccination After COVID Infection Cuts Reinfection Risk in Half Aug 11, 2021

USPHS Lieutenant and Officer with the CDC, Lt. Alyson Cavanaugh, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and explains how long natural immunity to the COVID virus lasts. And, she reviews the findings of a new study released by the CDC showing that those vaccinated after a COVID infection have their risk of reinfection cut in half.

Global Vaccine Distribution, Boosters, Delta Variant Concerns Aug 09, 2021

Co-Director of the Center for Vaccine Development at Texas Children’s Hospital, Dr. Peter Hotez, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses the concerns about the Delta variant and the importance of vaccinations in helping to curb the recent rise in COVID cases, as well as America’s role in global vaccine distribution.

Children, the Delta Variant, COVID Vaccines Aug 05, 2021

Dr. Mark Pochapin and his guest discuss how the new Delta variant is affecting children, why getting vaccinated is safe and important for people of all ages, and when we might expect a COVID vaccine for children under the age of 12.

Impact of Delta Variant, Vaccines & Immunity, Vaccine Approvals Aug 04, 2021

Dr. Angela Rasmussen, Researcher at the Vaccine and Infectious Disease Research Organization – International Vaccine Centre (VIDO-InterVac) joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses vaccine approvals, COVID immunity, Delta Variant transmission and the surge of infections in the US.

Delta Variant, COVID Outbreaks, Vaccine Approvals Jul 29, 2021

Dr. Paul Offit, member of the FDA's Vaccines and Related Biological Products Advisory Committee (VRBPAC) joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses the COVID vaccines and their efficacy against the Delta variant. He also weighs in on mask mandates and vaccine approvals.

CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky on New Mask Guidelines Jul 28, 2021

Centers for Disease Control Director, Dr. Rochelle Walensky, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and explains the new scientific data that led to the CDC’s new guidelines on wearing masks indoors. Learn why “this is not a decision the CDC made lightly.”

COVID Rehab: The Patient Journey & Role of Long COVID Recovery Clinics Jul 27, 2021

Hear the compelling story of an award-winning teacher who now lives with chronic, disabling symptoms of long COVID. She joins Dr. Jonathan Whiteson and his guest to share her experience and the role of the Post-COVID Assessment and Recovery Clinics in helping her through her journey.

Public Messaging, COVID Variants, Vaccine Hesitancy, Masking Jul 26, 2021

Dr. Michael Osterholm, Director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP), joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses concerns about the Delta and other COVID variants, why the type of mask you wear is important, and what can be done to overcome vaccine hesitancy.

Is One Vaccine Better Than the Others in Protecting Against the COVID Variants? Jul 23, 2021

Dr. Fred Feit talks to the senior author of a new NYU study looking at the three FDA authorized vaccines and the body’s immune response to them, including their efficacy in protecting against the COVID-19 variants.

Back to School Concerns and Advice Jul 22, 2021

Dr. Marc Siegel and his guests discuss how the pandemic impacted learning and child development, the importance of in person learning, the role of vaccines in keeping schools open, masking in schools, and what you need to know about how COVID affects children.

COVID, World News, and Helping the Young Process Media Content Jul 16, 2021

Dr. Joseph Ravenell and his guest examine how news and information trigger children and young adults, and what can be done to help them process all the information they are exposed to on social media and other media platforms.

COVID Variants, Vaccines, Boosters, Messaging, and Misinformation Jul 14, 2021

Dr. Marc Siegel and his guest, award-winning reporter, Apoorva Mandavilli, discuss COVID vaccines and boosters, variants, misinformation, public health messaging, and what America might look like in light of COVID-19 beyond the Pandemic.

School Recommendations & Updated CDC Guidelines Jul 12, 2021

Should students wear masks in school? Co-chair of the ABC Science Collaborative, Dr. Daniel Kelly Benjamin, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses the findings the group published on COVID-19 transmission in schools. And he reviews the updated COVID-19 School Guidelines just released by the CDC.

Dr. Anthony Fauci Weighs In on COVID Origins, Vaccines, Variants Jul 09, 2021

NIAID Director, Dr. Anthony Fauci joins Dr. Marc Siegel and weighs in on COVID 19 origins, the level of protection you can expect from the virus after being vaccinated, and when the FDA might grant full approval to the Pfizer and Moderna COVID vaccines.

Could a Third Dose of COVID Vaccine Be Necessary for Immunocompromised Individuals? Jul 08, 2021

Chair of NYU’s Department of Surgery, Transplant Surgeon, and organ recipient, Dr. Robert Montgomery, joins Dr. Steven Hodak and discusses the COVID vaccine for immunocompromised people. He shares some findings of a recent trial that looked at whether a third dose of COVID vaccine might be necessary for those who are transplant patients.

COVID Vaccines, Variants, Messaging, and Misinformation Jul 07, 2021

Dr. Marc Siegel and his guest discuss the latest information on COVID variants and how effective the vaccines are against them. They also examine why misinformation has been such a prominent factor during this Pandemic.

Vaccine Recommendations for Kids 12 & Up Jul 01, 2021

Pediatrician Dr. Benard Dreyer and his guest discuss the COVID vaccines for children and they answer listener questions about doses, side effects, variants, inflammation, and myocarditis.

COVID Origins, Variants, Vaccines, Global Health Jun 30, 2021

Senior Scholar at the Johns Hopkins University Center for Health Security, Dr. Amesh Adalja, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses viral origins, where we stand with the Pandemic globally, COVID variants, and vaccine hesitancy and misinformation.

What We Know About the Virology of COVID-19 Jun 25, 2021

Dr. Marc Siegel talks to the Co-founder & Director of the Institute of Human Virology at the University of Maryland School of Medicine and Co-founder for the Global Virus Network, Dr. Robert Gallo, as well as the President of the Global Virus Network, Dr. Christian Brechot, about COVID-19 Origin, Immunity, Vaccines, and Variants. And, Dr. Gallo offers some insight into his role in discovering HIV, as well as pioneering the development of the HIV blood test.

Ethics Surrounding the COVID Vaccine Jun 24, 2021

Famed Bioethicist Dr. Art Caplan joins Dr. Frank Adams and explores the ethics surrounding the COVID vaccine, hesitancy, mandating the vaccine, incentives, the possibility of vaccine passports, and the responsibility of each individual to do their part in public health matters.

COVID-19 and Loss of Ability Jun 22, 2021

Dr. Jonathan Whiteson looks at new research examining the impact a severe COVID infection is having on physical and functional decline.

COVID-19—Where We Stand Now Jun 21, 2021

UNMC College Of Public Health Dean, Dr. Ali S. Khan, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses where America lies as far as combined natural and vaccinated immunity. He weighs in on the possibility of a Test to gauge an individual’s immune response to the virus, and whether or not we should be worried about the Fall and Winter.

Understanding the Long-Term Effects of COVID Jun 17, 2021

Dr. Mark Pochapin talks with NYU’s Dr. Stuart Katz, the principal investigator of a new NIH-funded effort to understand the long-term health effects of COVID. The initiative aims to characterize the long-term effects of infection in a diverse set of people and the trajectory of their symptoms over time.

Post-COVID and POTS Jun 16, 2021

Dr. Jonathan Whiteson and his guest discuss POTS, postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome, a condition marked by feeling lightheaded and dizzy, while experiencing heart palpitations when moving from a seated to upright position. Hear the many possible causes of this syndrome, including its link to a COVID-19 Infection.

Dr. Paul Offit Update on COVID Vaccine Trials and Approvals Jun 14, 2021

CHOP Vaccine Education Center Director, and Member of the FDA’s Vaccines and Related Biological Products Advisory Committee (VRBPAC), Dr. Paul Offit, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses the risk of Myocarditis from a COVID-19 infection and the reported cases due to the COVID Vaccines. And, he explains why it’s important for children, teens, and young adults to be vaccinated.

Ashish Jha on COVID Immunity and Global Vaccine Distribution Jun 11, 2021

Dean of the Brown School of Public Health, Dr. Ashish Jha, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses the big picture of natural immunity and vaccine immunity, as well as vaccine development and Global distribution.

COVID Vaccine: Safety and Side Effects Jun 10, 2021

Dr. Erich Voigt and his guest review the latest information on the COVID vaccines and answer listener questions, clearing up misinformation about the side effects.

Jerome Adams on COVID Vaccines and Public Health Messaging Jun 07, 2021

Former Vice Admiral in the U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps, and former U.S. Surgeon General, Dr. Jerome Adams, joins Dr. Marc Siegel to discuss vaccine hesitancy and clarity in Public Health messaging, distribution of the COVID vaccine in minority communities, and the lessons learned over the course of this Pandemic.

US Surgeon General Vivek H. Murthy Update Jun 04, 2021

United States Surgeon General, Dr. Vivek H. Murthy joins Dr. Marc Siegel and talks about the President’s COVID “Month of Action” plans, vaccine hesitancy, the US role in global vaccine distribution, and the profound impact this Pandemic has had on his own family.

New Research on Long-Term COVID Symptoms Jun 03, 2021

Dr. Steven Hodak and his guest review research on the long term neurologic effects of COVID, and why most COVID19 patients experience lingering symptoms like headaches and brain fog, even if they didn’t have these problems when first hospitalized with the virus.

Scott Gottlieb Weighs In on Vaccines, Variants, and COVID-19 Origins Jun 02, 2021

Former FDA Commissioner, Scott Gottlieb, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses vaccine development and distribution, concern about variants, and the possibility that COVID-19 originated from a lab leak.

COVID Vaccine Development, Distribution, and Immunity Jun 01, 2021

FDA "Center For Biologics Evaluation & Research" Director, Dr. Peter Marks, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and discusses the latest on Vaccine Development and Approvals, Distribution and Immunity.

COVID, Blood Clots, Vaccines May 27, 2021

Dr. Steven Hodak and his guest explain the impact COVID 19 has on the body. They discuss blood clots, inflammation, autoimmune disease, and they help clear up confusion and misinformation about the COVID Vaccines.

Dr. Anthony Fauci Update: COVID Origins, Vaccines, the Future May 25, 2021

NIAID Director, Dr. Anthony Fauci, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and opens up about COVID origins, vaccine hesitancy, where we stand in our battle against the Pandemic, and the future of mRNA technology.

COVID Research, Clinical Trials, and the Future of Vaccines May 21, 2021

Co-PI of the NIH-funded Leadership Group for the Vaccine and Treatment Evaluation Unit network Dr. Kathleen M. Neuzil, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and explains her work as part of the strategic team evaluating COVID vaccines and therapeutics in the US. As part of the study team who designed the first COVID-19 vaccine trial, she explains how the trials were conducted, the stringent guidelines followed, and the collaboration that helped make the MRNA vaccines so successful.

Looking Back at COVID-19—With a Look to the Future May 19, 2021

Former Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and former administrator for the Agency of Toxic Substances and Disease Registry, Dr. Robert Redfield, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and weighs in on the origins of COVID-19. Hear his thoughts on the platforms used to create COVID vaccines, and the controversial new mask guidelines.

What You Need To Know About Summer Camp 2021 May 18, 2021

Child Psychiatrist Dr. Jess Shatkin and his guests discuss what summer camp looks like in 2021. Hear about social distancing and masking considerations, how campers will bunk as cohorts, and the questions parents need to ask to make sure their kids are kept safe.

NIH Director Francis Collins Update May 14, 2021

The Director of the National Institutes of Health, Dr. Francis Collins, joins Dr. Marc Seigel and dispels myths about COVID-19's origins, how the COVID vaccines work, and the side effects of the vaccines. And, he offers insight into some of the therapeutics and preventatives that are on the horizon to help with any future viral threats.

White House Update on COVID Vaccine Authorization and Distribution May 13, 2021

Chief Science Officer for the White House COVID-19 Response and Former FDA Commissioner, Dr. David Kessler, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and weighs in on the FDA’s decision to authorize the COVID vaccine for children as young as 12. He discusses vaccine distribution and what needs to be done to encourage vaccine compliance.

What You Need to Know about the COVID Vaccine for Children 12 to 16 May 13, 2021

Pediatrician Dr. Seema Awatramani and her guests examine the data on the vaccine just approved for children as young as 12. And they answer questions on efficacy, safety, and concerns about adverse reactions.

FDA’s EUA of COVID Vaccine for Children 12 to 16 May 12, 2021

Former President of the AAP, Dr. Benard Dreyer, joins Dr. Marc Siegel and reviews the data that led to the FDA’s decision to move forward with Emergency Use Authorization of a COVID vaccine for children as young as 12. Learn how soon young teens and older preteens will be able to raise their sleeves and get vaccinated.

COVID Vaccine Safety Protocols, Global Availability and Rollout May 11, 2021

Angela Rasmussen, PhD, research scientist at the Vaccine and Infectious Disease Research Organization – International Vaccine Centre (VIDO-InterVac) joins Dr. Marc Siegel and dispels the misinformation about vaccine efficacy and safety protocols. Hear about the vaccines available globally, and why getting vaccinated is necessary even if you’ve already had COVID.

What You Need To Know About COVID Vaccines for Children May 07, 2021

Pediatrician Dr. Benard Dreyer and his guest discuss the progress of the COVID vaccine clinical trials for children under 12. Learn how effective the vaccine is expected to be, if there are any safety concerns, and what a vaccine for children will mean in our battle to overcome this pandemic.

COVID Vaccine Impact on Mammogram Readings, Cancer Care May 06, 2021

Dr. Marc Siegel and his guest discuss what considerations are necessary for breast cancer screenings throughout this pandemic. Learn how the vaccine can affect screening results, the difference between a mammogram and an MRI, and why getting back on a regular cancer screening schedule is vital.

COVID’s Psychological Impact on Kids May 04, 2021

Dr. Jess Shatkin, Dr. Lori Evans and their guest discuss how home schooling, parent anxiety, social distancing and a lack of in-person contact with friends has impacted kids' mental health. They also look at the anxiety of getting back to normal, and how kids cope with insecurity about going back to school.

The FDA’s Janet Woodcock on Vaccine Approvals and the J&J Pause. May 03, 2021

Acting FDA Commissioner Dr. Janet Woodcock joins Dr. Marc Siegel and explains the process behind the pause of the COVID-19 J&J vaccine, the data that led to the lifting of the pause, and the stringent guidelines for seeking both EUA and certified approvals for vaccines, boosters, and medications.

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