J. Stephen Morrison, a senior vice president and director of the CSIS Global Health Policy Center, delves into the latest Covid-19 surge and new variants. He discusses the KP3.1 variant and the challenges posed by declining vaccination rates and misinformation. Morrison highlights the need for effective public health communication amidst political polarization, especially with the 2024 election looming. He also addresses the effects of Covid fatigue on public perception and the importance of focusing on ongoing health threats beyond just Covid-19.

J. Stephen Morrison, a senior vice president at the CSIS Global Health Policy Center, sheds light on the recent outbreak of a deadlier Mpox variant in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. He discusses the virus's origins and its mislabeling, delves into the challenges of public health responses amidst political hysteria, and outlines urgent interventions needed as cases rise in Africa. Morrison emphasizes the importance of vaccinations and international health coordination to combat this growing concern.