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Meg Tirrell
CNN medical/business correspondent who reports on infectious disease and public health topics and provides expert explanation about the current flu season in this episode.
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Jan 13, 2026
• 14min
Why Does Everyone Have the Flu?
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Meg Tirrell, a CNN medical correspondent specializing in infectious diseases and public health, joins Dr. Sanjay Gupta to dissect this year's unprecedented flu season. They explore the new K subclade of the virus and discuss how vaccine mismatches impact protection. Tirrell emphasizes the importance of early flu testing and the role of antivirals like Tamiflu in treatment. Additionally, Sanjay breaks down the latest dietary guidelines, stressing a shift towards whole foods and limiting ultra-processed options.
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