This Week in Virology TWiV 1182: Clinical update with Dr. Daniel Griffin
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Jan 11, 2025 Dr. Daniel Griffin, a clinical expert and public health advocate, sheds light on pressing viral topics. He delves into mpox vaccination hesitancy, the implications of the first U.S. death from H5N1, and why raw pet food poses risks. Griffin analyzes the surge in metapneumovirus in China and discusses the effectiveness of Paxlovid for kidney disease patients battling COVID-19. He also addresses the connection between SARS-CoV-2, skin conditions, and long COVID, highlighting the importance of vaccination in safeguarding public health.
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MPOX Vaccination
- Get the MPOX vaccine as it's a severe disease with no effective treatment.
- Vaccine hesitancy, fueled by misinformation, hinders global efforts to control the spread.
Bird Flu Genotypes
- Not all bird flu strains are the same; some affect cows and others are deadly to humans.
- The cow version (genotype B) can cause milk production drops and is adaptable, while the bird version (genotype D) is highly lethal.
Avian Flu in Cats
- A cat in Los Angeles contracted avian flu after eating raw pet food from Monarch Raw Pet Food.
- Four other cats in the same household are suspected to have the infection after eating the same food, prompting a public health warning.