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Katelyn Jetelina

Epidemiologist and author of the newsletter "Your Local Epidemiologist", providing insights on viral trends and public health.

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Feb 25, 2025 • 18min

Why Are Flu And Other Viral Infection Rates So High This Year?

Dr. Katelyn Jetelina, an epidemiologist known for her newsletter "Your Local Epidemiologist," and Dr. Erica Shenoy, the Chief of Infection Control at Mass General Brigham, discuss the alarming spike in flu and other viral infections this winter. They explore factors contributing to the surge, like low vaccination rates and weakened immunity. The experts also examine how the COVID-19 pandemic has reshaped public awareness of viral threats and the challenges in monitoring bird flu. Their insights illuminate the critical state of public health during this troubling season.
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Sep 6, 2024 • 46min

Endemic Is Less Polemic Than An Epidemic

Katelyn Jetelina, a prominent epidemiologist and author of the Your Local Epidemiologist Substack, joins to discuss the current state of COVID-19. She assesses its shift from a pandemic to an endemic and the implications for public health. The conversation highlights the importance of vaccinations, the changing public perception of risk, and the continuing vigilance required. Additionally, they touch on related societal issues, including the rising concerns about vaccine-preventable diseases and the ethical considerations in environmental health.
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Jul 25, 2024 • 28min

Katelyn Jetelina, MPH, PhD., epidemiologist and author of “Your Local Epidemiologist (YLE)” newsletter.

Join the conversation with Katelyn Jetelina, epidemiologist and science communicator, as she discusses the link between climate change and bird flu, raw milk risks, science communication challenges, and strategies for promoting public health and preventing pandemics.