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LSHTM Viral

LSHTM
Public Health
Covid-19
Norovirus
HMPV
Epidemiology
Respiratory Infections
Measles
China
United Kingdom
Influenza
Vaccine Hesitancy
Immunization
Chikungunya
Vaccines
RSV
MMR Vaccine
Misinformation
Ebola
Healthcare Systems
Zika

An award-winning podcast focusing on the science behind public and global health, and solutions to improve health and health equity worldwide. Brought to you from the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine.

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This summer, chikungunya has been making headlines — with more than 7,000 cases reported in China’s Guangdong province and tens of thousands more across the Indian Ocean islands. Even parts of Europe, including France and Italy, have seen local trans... more

Cases of measles are on the rise globally, including in Europe, Central Asia, and North America. In the UK, cases are the highest they've been in 25 years. But why?

Join hosts Naomi Stewart and Karl Byrne in this bonus episode of LSHTM Viral as they... more

Ever had a sudden, gut-wrenching bout of vomiting and diarrhoea? You’re not alone—norovirus, the infamous ‘winter vomiting bug,’ has been wreaking havoc across the UK. But why are cases so high this year? And how can you protect yourself?

In this sp... more

In this bonus episode of LSHTM Viral, we explore human metapneumovirus (HMPV), a respiratory virus recently making headlines due to an outbreak in China and rising cases in the UK. But is this something we should be worried about?

Host Karl Byrne i... more

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Dr. Doris Kemunto Nyamwaya
Molecular epidemiologist specializing in emerging infectious diseases.
Medical Research Council, Uganda Virus Research Institute and London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, Uganda Research Unit.
Episode: Chikungunya: The Virus You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
Liam Smeeth
Director of the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine.
London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine
Episode: Measles: Why is it spreading and what can we do?
Heidi Larson
Professor of Anthropology and Risk and Decision Science, Director of the Vaccine Confidence Project.
Vaccine Confidence Project
Episode: Measles: Why is it spreading and what can we do?
Dr. Damien Tully
Associate Professor in Epidemiology, Biostatistics and Bioinformatics
London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine
Episode: Norovirus uncovered: Why this year is worse
Martin Hibberd
Professor of Emerging Infectious Diseases and Head of the Department of Infection Biology at LSHTM
London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine
Episode: HMPV: Should we be concerned about this ‘new’ virus?

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 108 ratings
  • 5 🌟

    Really excellent podcast and topics are all updated, relevant and well-conducted. Really love it 😍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mrmalekahmad
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Clear, accessible and trustworthy

    It’s been incredibly useful to have access in ‘real time’ to leading specialists who can help make sense of the pandemic. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HaniClare
    Norway4 years ago
  • Thank you!

    Thanks for all the creators of the podcast and all the guests! There are not so many way to find such great experts in public health and epidemiology. I listen to you to get inspiration in my work as science journalist and editor-in-chief in Cyprum.media (it’s Russian medical media)

    Take care!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dubovique
    Russia5 years ago
  • Great podcast!

    This podcast is very interesting and insightful! They have great guest speakers discussing topics pertaining to climate change and human health

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lover of rusty
    United States5 years ago
  • Clear Uk expert based information

    Leading experts, great balance of evidence based overview and in-depth analysis.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sirenitytoday
    United Kingdom6 years ago

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Measles: Why is it spreading and what can we do?
Q: What kind of messages or approaches have worked in rebuilding confidence around vaccinations?
Repetition, honesty, and simple messaging coupled with local engagement have shown to be effective in restoring vaccine confidence.
Measles: Why is it spreading and what can we do?
Q: Why do you think vaccines more than other types of public health interventions are such a focal point for misinformation and mistrust?
Vaccines are targeted interventions that affect individual health, making them a prime focus for misinformation and critique, particularly in highly polarized environments.
Measles: Why is it spreading and what can we do?
Q: What is measles and how does it affect the body?
Measles is a viral infection that causes symptoms like high fever and a red rash, and can lead to severe complications, especially in vulnerable populations.
Norovirus uncovered: Why this year is worse
Q: What's driving this spike in norovirus cases this season?
The spike is driven by the resumption of social activities post-COVID-19 and the emergence of a new variant (G2-17) to which people have low immunity.
Norovirus uncovered: Why this year is worse
Q: Can you tell us a bit about what norovirus is and what it does to your body?
Norovirus causes acute gastroenteritis, leading to symptoms like nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, and is particularly prevalent in colder months.

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