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Outbreak News Radio

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Vaccination
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Chikungunya
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Lyme Disease
Hantavirus
Brazil
Polio
Chagas Disease
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Malaria
Ethiopia
Nipah Virus

Interviews with expert guests on issues of infectious diseases, research, medicine and health.

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On today's show, I'll be looking at is very common medical problem- kidney stones- a problem so common that about 1 in 10 people in the United States suffer from them over their lifetime.

Joining me today to discuss kidney stones is Carmin Kalorin,... more

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In this September 2013 radio interview, I talk to Jeremy Lewis of Kyle Cares Amoeba Awareness and Heidi LaMeyer of Swim Above Water, about their personal stories with the tragic deaths of their respective children and the work they were doing at thei... more

In a July 2013 interview on the Tampa-based, Outbreak News This Week radio show, I talk to Dr. Patricia Quinlisk, Iowa Dept. of Public Health Medical Director and State Epidemiologist, about the large cyclospora outbreak in Iowa and the midwest.

An active surveillance investigation is underway by the CDC, FDA and state health departments regarding a nationwide surge of cyclosporiasis cases, a parasitic infection.

Dozens of states are affected, and of particular note, a massive spike of ove... more

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Recent Guests

Carmin Kalorin
Board-certified urologist and author
Kidney Stone Center, North Carolina
Episode: Kidney stones: The tiny concretion that causes so much pain
Jeremy Lewis
Father of Kyle Lewis; co-founder of Kyle Cares Amoeba Awareness Foundation
Kyle Cares Amoeba Awareness Foundation
Episode: Naegleria fowleri awareness: Kyle Lewis and Heidi LaMeyer
Heidi LaMeyer
Mother of Hailey; education and advocacy coordinator for Swim Above Water
Swim Above Water
Episode: Naegleria fowleri awareness: Kyle Lewis and Heidi LaMeyer
Patricia Quinlisk
Iowa Department of Public Health Medical Director and State Epidemiologist
Iowa Department of Public Health
Episode: Cyclospora Flashback: The 2013 Iowa outbreak wth Medical Director and State Epidemiologist, Dr Patricia Quinlisk
Wesley Long
MD, PhD, Medical Director of Microbiology at Houston Methodist
Houston Methodist
Episode: Cyclospora outbreak 2026
Peter Gwynne
Dr. Gwynne is a research assistant professor at Tufts University School of Medicine and senior author of a paper on antiphospholipid antibodies in Lyme disease
Tufts University School of Medicine
Episode: Lyme disease, antiphospholipid antibodies and the future of diagnostics?
Brenda A. Wilson
Ph.D., Professor of Microbiology and Adjunct Professor of Pathobiology, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; co-author of Revenge of the Microbes (second edition)
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Episode: Antibiotics, antimicrobial resistance and the Revenge of the Microbes
Cara Martone
Doctoral student at Tufts University studying Alpha Gal Syndrome
Tufts University
Episode: Alpha-gal syndrome, or Red Meat Allergy
Dr. Aaron Phipps
State public health veterinarian for the New Mexico Department of Health
New Mexico Department of Health
Episode: New Mexico news: Hantavirus and animal plague

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4.5 out of 5 stars from 41 ratings
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    The content is interesting, but the audio quality is not great and there are some mouth noises/smacking sounds that need to be edited out. I wish I could listen because I like the way the information is compiled, but unfortunately my ears are too picky.

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    Verna Lizza
    United States9 years ago
  • Great education

    Great podcast...love the topics

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VernaLizza
    United States9 years ago

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Cyclospora Flashback: The 2013 Iowa outbreak wth Medical Director and State Epidemiologist, Dr Patricia Quinlisk
Q: What treatment options exist for cyclospora, and what outcomes are you seeing with them?
The treatment involves an antibiotic, trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole, which is effective against Cyclospora; patients typically improve within a few days after starting therapy, though the illness can be more severe in young, elderly, or immunocompromised individuals.
Cyclospora Flashback: The 2013 Iowa outbreak wth Medical Director and State Epidemiologist, Dr Patricia Quinlisk
Q: How is the outbreak being managed in terms of public health response and inter-state cooperation?
Public health authorities issued broad alerts to the public, clinicians, and neighboring states; Nebraska collaboration has been especially strong due to shared distribution networks, helping to align investigation and response efforts.
Cyclospora Flashback: The 2013 Iowa outbreak wth Medical Director and State Epidemiologist, Dr Patricia Quinlisk
Q: What leads you to suspect fresh vegetables rather than fruit as the source, and have you narrowed it down?
Through extensive interviews with patients, investigators found no common fruits but did find common vegetables or vegetable products among cases, and efforts are focused on a handful of vegetables to trace the contamination.
Cyclospora Flashback: The 2013 Iowa outbreak wth Medical Director and State Epidemiologist, Dr Patricia Quinlisk
Q: Can you give us a snapshot of what cyclospora is and the symptoms you would encounter?
Cyclospora is a very small parasite ingested through contaminated food or water, infecting the intestines and causing prolonged, often severe diarrhea with fatigue and loss of appetite; the illness can last weeks to months.
Cyclospora outbreak 2026
Q: Can you talk about the preventive actions that people should be taking at this time?
Since the exact source isn't confirmed, practical guidance includes washing produce thoroughly, avoiding reliance on chlorine rinses for decontamination, and cooking produce when possible, especially for those who are immunocompromised, while consulting a physician for personalized precautions.

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What is Outbreak News Radio about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A rigorous, professionally oriented show that delivers in-depth infectious disease updates, expert interviews, and public health context. Episodes frequently cover outbreak status, pathogen biology, global health responses, and practical guidance for health professionals. The tone is data-driven and timely, often citing organizations like the WHO, CDC, and MSF, with a strong emphasis on surveillance, risk communication, and actionable takeaways for practitioners, policymakers, and researchers. Noteworthy is the focus on cross-border concerns, vaccine and treatment developments, and real-world public health operations, making it a likely go-to for listeners who want evidence-based, professional insights into ongoing infectious disease develo... more

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Recent guests on Outbreak News Radio include:

1. Carmin Kalorin
2. Jeremy Lewis
3. Heidi LaMeyer
4. Patricia Quinlisk
5. Wesley Long
6. Peter Gwynne
7. Brenda A. Wilson
8. Cara Martone

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