Jason Jarvis
Former Special Forces medic and tropical medicine educator completing a PhD in Tropical Medicine and Education; holds a master's from the London School of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene and provides expertise on Chagas disease and other tropical conditions.
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Oct 24, 2025 • 33min
166-Chagas disease with Jason Jarvis
In this engaging discussion, Jason Jarvis, a former Special Forces medic and tropical medicine expert, dives deep into Chagas disease, emphasizing its alarming spread into the southern U.S. He explains the life cycle of the kissing bug and how it transmits the disease, highlighting the critical symptoms and diagnostic challenges. Jason stresses the importance of preventive measures for healthcare providers and discusses effective treatments, particularly the urgency of early intervention. This conversation offers vital insights for anyone involved in tropical medicine.
Mar 14, 2025 • 47min
134-Malaria Deep Dive with Jason Jarvis
Tropical medicine specialist Jason Jarvis, with an MSc in infectious disease, joins for an engaging discussion on malaria. He explains the complex lifecycle of malaria, emphasizing the role of Anopheles mosquitoes and the various stages of the parasite in humans. Jason delves into symptoms, diagnostic challenges, and effective treatments. The conversation highlights the promising R21 vaccine, focusing on childhood vaccination while exploring future adult trials. They discuss critical public health initiatives to combat this deadly disease and the need for robust information from trusted sources.
