This episode features a discussion with Dr. Mike Rushanan, Director of Medical Security at Harbor Labs, and Tushar Jois, PhD student in computer security led by MD/PhD student Rohan Panaparambil on the intersection of security and medicine. The episode begins with a brief news update on the Delta variant of the virus that causes COVID-19, new CDC mask guidance, and vaccine mandates by Allie Berges and Neha Anand. Afterwards, the guests talk about the balance of security and privacy of medical data and innovation in regards to COVID-19 contact tracing, medical devices, and other healthcare issues, also touching on policy and regulatory issues. 

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Original music composed by Ved Tanavde (adapted from composition by Thomas Le, Alina Spiegel, and Antonio Salas)

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