☀️💦🦠In this episode, Jessica (who is also a toddler mom) dives into the pathogen hazards of splash pads when the water is not treated properly. She discusses the dangers posed by Naegleria fowleri, a brain-eating amoeba, and Cryptosporidium, a parasite causing severe gastrointestinal illness. Learn about the risks, symptoms, and essential safety measures to protect your family while enjoying splash pads this summer.

Legal: The information provided in this podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult with a qualified professional regarding health and safety concerns. The podcast and its creators are not liable for any actions taken based on the content discussed.

🐄🦠In this episode, Jessica provides the latest updates on H5N1 bird flu, discussing recent developments, and the third case of cow-to-human transmission. She also discusses what the "H" and "N" mean in H5N1. Come hangout!

Citations:

In this episode, we review CDC's May 24, 2024, MMWR (Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report) on the outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza A(H5N1) viruses in U.S. dairy cattle and the detection of two human cases in 2024. We'll explore the implications for public health and the measures taken to control the outbreak.

For this episode of Transmissible: A Public Health Podcast, discuss the biology of Lyme disease, the vector responsible for transmission, and the bacteria that cause it. We'll break down the symptoms in humans, the latest treatments available, and the testing methods used for diagnosis.

Our journey doesn't stop there; we'll take a look back at the history of Lyme disease and bring you up to speed with the modern epidemiology and current groundbreaking research. Whether you're a medical professional, a researcher, or someone affected by Lyme disease, this episode is for you. Tune in to stay informed and understand the intricate world of Lyme disease. Also, try listening on 1.25x speed if it feels too slow for you :)

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In this episode we cover the fascinating history of Nathan Straus, the co-founder of Macy's department store, and how he saved thousands of lives through his milk pasteurization philanthropy.

Citations: 

https://ephemeralnewyork.wordpress.com/2011/11/03/the-milk-stations-that-saved-the-lives-of-city-kids/

https://postcardhistory.net/2021/12/the-crusade-for-pure-milk/

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0362028X22087610#bb0120

https://www.americanheritage.com/saint-straus

https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-new-york-times-straus-tells-of-pure/9755277/

https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/article-abstract/429124

https://www.nyhistory.org/blogs/milk-life-death-and-womens-work

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This podcast provides general information and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider regarding any medical condition. Reliance on any information provided by this podcast is solely at your own risk. This podcast does not reflect the views of former or current employers.

This week Jessica dives into the fascinating and emerging world of Alaskapox virus, now renamed Borealpox virus. She discusses the name change and what we currently know about this "new" virus.

Citations:

https://health.alaska.gov/dph/Epi/id/Pages/Borealpox.aspx

https://www.adfg.alaska.gov/index.cfm?adfg=northernredbackedvole.main (cute vole alert!)

https://alaskapublic.org/2024/04/01/alaskapox-no-more-newly-discovered-disease-and-virus-is-to-be-called-borealpox/

Legal:

This podcast provides general information and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider regarding any medical condition. Reliance on any information provided by this podcast is solely at your own risk. This podcast does not reflect the views of former or current employers.

🍋⚓️💀This week Jessica is covering the fascinating and odd history and science of scurvy! She also says "um" too much due to being sick :( enjoy!

Disclamer: This podcast provides general information and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider regarding any medical condition. Reliance on any information provided by this podcast is solely at your own risk.

Citations:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29539504/

https://www.seanet.com/~alexs/ascorbate/196x/stone-i-acta_genet_med_et_gemell-1966-v15-p345.htm 

https://books.google.com/books?id=2Dzl-cIIjxYC 

https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/1911_Encyclop%C3%A6dia_Britannica/Scurvy 

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3232233/

https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(03)13131-5/fulltext#:~:text=After%205%20weeks%20at%20sea,lemons%2C%20clearing%20up%20the%20condition.

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10729832

📋✍️🦠This week's episode of "Transmissible: A Public Health Podcast," is all about the world of public health job applications! Whether you're a recent graduate or seasoned professional, we've got you covered with practical tips and a comprehensive list of job titles to explore.

In this episode, we explore the minute by minute timeline of the Chernobyl disaster and its lasting impact on public health. From the 1986 explosion of Reactor 4 to the long-term consequences of radiation exposure on affected communities, we uncover the tragic toll of the accident. We close out the episode with a discussion on disaster preparedness and lessons learned.

Citations:

https://www.atomicarchive.com/science/power/chernobyl-timeline.html (Timeline)

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4899336/#:~:text=To%20date%2C%20epidemiological%20studies%20of,%3B%20and%20(3)%20thyroid%20cancer 

https://world-nuclear.org/information-library/safety-and-security/safety-of-plants/chernobyl-accident.aspx