Mike Osterholm

This discussion features Mike Osterholm, an esteemed infectious disease epidemiologist and director at CIDRAP, as he dives into pandemic preparedness. Topics include a gripping fictional scenario of a potential SARS-3 outbreak and the lessons learned from COVID-19. They unpack viral transmission dynamics, particularly common misconceptions about airborne spread. The conversation also covers the complexities of public health mandates and the critical need for global vaccine access, underscoring the importance of maintaining public trust and accountability in health responses.