Modern Wisdom #149 - Dr Eric Feigl-Ding - Just How Bad Is COVID-19?
Mar 9, 2020
Dr. Eric Feigl-Ding, an Epidemiologist at Harvard Chan School of Public Health, sheds light on the COVID-19 crisis. He tackles pressing issues like whether the virus could be bioengineered, its alarming transmission methods, and the real mortality rates associated with it. Listeners will discover the importance of evidence-based information amidst rampant misinformation. Dr. Feigl-Ding also discusses the effectiveness of quarantine protocols, the complexities of super spreaders, and practical strategies to mitigate risks during the pandemic.
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Coronavirus Family
- Coronavirus is a family of viruses, like different models of a car brand.
- SARS, MERS, and some common colds are all coronaviruses.
COVID-19 Origins
- COVID-19 likely jumped from animals to humans, evidenced by genetic clues.
- No evidence supports bioengineering or bioweapon theories.
COVID-19 vs. Flu
- COVID-19 is not "just the flu" because it has a 10-30x higher mortality rate.
- Unlike the flu, there's no pre-existing immunity or vaccine.