Osterholm Update

<p>In &quot;Smart Testing in the Omicron Surge,&quot; Dr. Osterholm analyzes the data on the severity of the Omicron variant, the rise in hospitalizations, the effectiveness of rapid antigen tests, and the new testing strategies being implemented across the US.</p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p>

<p>In this week&#039;s episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss eight major issues surrounding the rapid spread of the Omicron variant and his stance on the new CDC quarantine and isolation guidelines.</p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p> <p>Donate for CIDRAP&#039;s 20th anniversary: <a href="https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/donate">https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/donate</a></p>

<p>In this week's episode, Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the rapid global spread of the Omicron variant, how the United States and other countries around the world are responding to the Omicron surge, and how to approach the holidays. Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu Last year's Polar Express Holiday Episode: cidrap.umn.edu/covid-19/podcasts-webinars/polar-express Donate for CIDRAP's 20th anniversary: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/donate</p>

<p>In "A Viral Blizzard," Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the newest Omicron data, the crisis happening in hospitals across the US, the viral battle occurring between the Omicron and Delta variants, and the importance of booster doses. Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu Sandra's Beautiful Place: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/sandras-beautiful-place Donate for CIDRAP's 20th anniversary: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/donate</p>

<p>In this episode, Dr. Osterholm analyzes the current data on transmission, disease severity, and ability to evade immune protection of the Omicron variant. We also discuss the continuing Delta surge in many parts of the world, the role of vaccines and boosters, and when booster doses may be available for 12-17 year olds. Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu The Disappointed Tourist: http://www.disappointedtourist.org/ Donate for CIDRAP's 20th anniversary: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/donate</p>

<p>In "The Emergence of Omicron," Dr. Osterholm explains what we know and don't know about the Omicron variant, how we will learn more, and what it could mean for the future of the pandemic. Dr. Osterholm also emphasizes the importance of boosters and the potential for a post-Thanksgiving surge in cases. Email us your questions: OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu Micah's Beautiful Place: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/micahs-beautiful-place Donate for CIDRAP's 20th anniversary: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/donate</p>

<p>In this mini episode, Dr. Osterholm compares the dynamics of the pandemic this Thanksgiving to last year, and what factors to consider when making Thanksgiving plans.</p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p> <p>Donate for CIDRAP&#039;s 20th anniversary: <a href="https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/donate">https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/donate</a></p>

<p>In this episode, Dr. Osterholm explains what the rise in number of breakthrough infections really means, the importance of booster doses, and how to feel empowered to make a safe Thanksgiving decision based on personal and community risk.</p> <p>Mike&#039;s Beautiful Place: <a href="https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/mikes-beautiful-place-taiwan">https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/mikes-beautiful-place-taiwan</a></p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p> <p>Donate for CIDRAP&#039;s 20th anniversary: <a href="https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/donate">https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/donate</a></p>

<p>In today&#039;s episode, Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss the surge of cases in Europe and what it could mean for the rest of the world, the importance of vaccinations and booster doses, COVID-19 cases in deer, and making Thanksgiving plans while remaining COVID-conscious.</p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p> <p>Evin&#039;s beautiful place: <a href="https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/evins-beautiful-place">https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/evins-beautiful-place</a></p> <p>Donate for CIDRAP&#039;s 20th anniversary: <a href="https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/donate">https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/donate</a></p> <p>Listen to season 2 of Superbugs and You: <a href="https://link.chtbl.com/superbugs">https://link.chtbl.com/superbugs</a></p>

<p>In this episode, Dr. Osterholm and host Chris Dall discuss the international state of the pandemic, the unpredictability of events to come in the US, recent vaccine data, a COVID query on &quot;mix and match&quot; booster doses, and the approval of the Pfizer vaccine in 5-11 year olds.</p> <p>Email us your questions: <a href="mailto:OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu">OsterholmUpdate@umn.edu</a></p> <p>Inside the Pandemic: A candid conversation with Dr. Michael Osterholm and Andy Slavitt: <a href="https://umf.formstack.com/forms/InsideThePandemic">https://umf.formstack.com/forms/InsideThePandemic</a></p> <p>Listen to season 2 of Superbugs and You: <a href="https://link.chtbl.com/superbugs">https://link.chtbl.com/superbugs</a></p>