

Daniel Griffin
Infectious disease clinician and researcher providing clinical updates on viral diseases, including COVID-19, influenza, RSV, and measles; frequent guest on This Week in Virology discussing diagnostics, treatments, and public health implications.
Top 10 podcasts with Daniel Griffin
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Dec 6, 2025 • 55min
TWiV 1276: Clinical update with Dr. Daniel Griffin
Dr. Daniel Griffin, an infectious disease clinician and weekly commentator, discusses intriguing findings, including how the shingles vaccine may lower dementia rates. He critiques FDA claims linking COVID vaccines to children's deaths, updates on the measles epidemic, and shares insights on rising respiratory viruses like RSV and H3 influenza. Griffin also highlights the benefits of one-dose HPV vaccination and addresses long COVID symptoms, including neurodegenerative changes and effective treatments like celiac plexus blocks.

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Apr 12, 2025 • 50min
TWiV 1208: Clinical update with Dr. Daniel Griffin
In this discussion, Dr. Daniel Griffin, a physician and infectious disease researcher, highlights critical developments in public health. He expresses concerns about the resurgence of measles and pertussis, linking it to declining vaccination rates amid misinformation. Dr. Griffin also covers the implications of the herpes zoster vaccine on dementia risk and discusses the effects of long COVID—including brain volume impacts and treatment options. His insights underscore the importance of vaccinations and informed health choices.

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Mar 1, 2025 • 59min
TWiV 1196: Clinical update with Dr. Daniel Griffin
Dr. Daniel Griffin, an expert in infectious diseases, shares vital clinical updates on various health topics. He discusses the troubling postponement of key vaccine advisory meetings and its impact on public health. The conversation highlights alarming measles outbreaks and the importance of accurate communication to combat misinformation. Additionally, Dr. Griffin reviews the current landscape of RSV and COVID-19, evaluates long COVID interventions, and provides insights into the ongoing Ebola and polio efforts. Tune in for practical advice and the latest statistics!

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May 3, 2025 • 49min
TWiV 1214: Clinical update with Dr. Daniel Griffin
Dr. Daniel Griffin, a physician and infectious diseases researcher, joins the discussion to address critical public health issues. He warns of increasing vaccine-preventable diseases like measles and polio due to declining vaccination rates. Griffin highlights the recent end of the Ebola outbreak in Uganda and the connection between the shingles vaccine and reduced dementia risk. He also reviews the status of respiratory viruses and sheds light on challenges surrounding the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine, urging listeners to advocate for science in healthcare.

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Apr 26, 2025 • 48min
TWiV 1212: Clinical update with Dr. Daniel Griffin
Joining the discussion is Dr. Daniel Griffin, an infectious disease physician and clinical expert. He talks about the troubling US withdrawal from global health initiatives and the importance of vaccination against diseases like avian flu and measles. Dr. Griffin reviews the effectiveness and waning immunity of RSV vaccines, and how Paxlovid may help reduce strokes. He emphasizes the significance of vaccination in alleviating long COVID symptoms and shares resources for those seeking help with long COVID. Finally, he highlights the need for better public engagement in health education.

Nov 8, 2025 • 52min
TWiV 1268: Clinical update with Dr. Daniel Griffin
Dr. Daniel Griffin, an infectious disease clinician and researcher, offers a wealth of insights on viral infections. He discusses concerning links between in utero SARS-CoV-2 exposure and neurodevelopmental issues in children. The benefits of HPV vaccination in enhancing viral clearance are explored, alongside the troubling rise in measles cases among vaccinated healthcare workers. He also highlights the effectiveness of Paxlovid in reducing COVID-related hospitalizations and the role of vaccination in preventing long COVID in adolescents, making a strong case for science in healthcare.

Jun 28, 2025 • 49min
TWiV 1230: Clinical update with Dr. Daniel Griffin
Dr. Daniel Griffin, a physician and infectious diseases expert, joins Vincent Racaniello for an informative discussion. They express concerns over RFK's impact on vaccine policies, stressing the risks of neglecting immunization practices. The duo reviews alarming data on RSV, influenza, and COVID-19, along with recent advancements in monoclonal antibody treatments. They also explore emerging long COVID therapies and the importance of maintaining global vaccination efforts while addressing vaccine hesitancy. A call to action for scientific integrity resonates throughout the conversation.

Dec 27, 2025 • 43min
TWiV 1282: Clinical update with Dr. Daniel Griffin
Dr. Daniel Griffin, an infectious disease clinician and researcher, dives into pressing viral concerns, from a new high path influenza case in Wisconsin to the Marburg outbreak in Ethiopia. He highlights the alarming rise of measles cases across North America and discusses the effectiveness of current influenza antivirals. Key insights include the higher mortality rates linked to COVID-19 compared to influenza, and the promising data on nirsevimab for RSV prevention in infants. The importance of vaccination remains a recurring theme throughout their insightful chat.

Dec 13, 2025 • 50min
TWiV 1278: Clinical update with Dr. Daniel Griffin
Dr. Daniel Griffin, a physician and infectious disease expert, shares critical insights on recent health developments. He discusses the alarming rise in norovirus infections and the infant botulism outbreak linked to contaminated formula. The controversy surrounding the CDC's recommendation on hepatitis B birth doses is examined, alongside the implications of rising measles cases and responses from various states. Additionally, Griffin highlights the significance of RSV and COVID vaccines, along with alarming statistics on pediatric flu deaths, emphasizing the need for continued vigilance in public health.

Nov 22, 2025 • 1h 3min
TWiV 1272: Clinical update with Dr. Daniel Griffin
Dr. Daniel Griffin, a clinical virologist, dives into critical updates on infectious diseases. He discusses alarming CDC changes regarding vaccines and autism, the detection of wild poliovirus in Germany, and the first human case of H5N5 in the U.S. The Marburg outbreak in Ethiopia raises concerns about its impact, while avian flu devastates elephant seal populations. Griffin also highlights rising measles cases in North America and offers insights into RSV vaccination strategies, long COVID treatments, and the importance of continued vaccinations.


