Episode 196: Flu Shifts: Why Vaccines Still Matter

<p>In "Flu Shifts: Why Vaccines Still Matter," Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall review the latest trends and flu and how this year's vaccine compares to the circulating strains. Dr. Osterholm also discusses H5N1 impact on mammals in Antarctica and answers an ID Query about infant botulism.</p> <p> </p> <p>Resources for vaccine and public health advocacy:</p> <p><a href=" for Vaccines</strong></a></p> <p><a href=" Fighting Flu</strong></a></p> <p><a href=" Your Family</strong></a></p> <p><a href=" <p><a href=" Reserve Corps</strong></a></p> <p>Learn more about the <a href=" Integrity Project</strong></a></p> <p><a href=" EPISODES</strong></a>      </p> <p><a href=" THIS PODCAST</strong></a></p>

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This episode was published on Nov 20, 2025.

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