SARS-CoV-2 and COVID-19 are nasty enemies. Invisible, mysterious, and deadly, they have spread around the world and caused much of humanity to hide away. Germs like these only succeed and spread because of our social evolution, and our...

As we react to the predictions that epidemiological models make, changing the ways we act and go about our lives, those estimates can appear totally off. But if a model’s predictions end up being wrong, that might mean it's done exactly...

Coronavirus is spiking in parts of the U.S. spared the worst of the pandemic in its early days, as well as in states that already suffered. With an average of 75,000 new daily cases over the past week, hospital admissions are rising,...

As COVID-19 spreads across the country, there has been some debate over the need for government stay-at-home orders, whether Americans should be wearing masks in public and how the coronavirus spreads. Dr. Anthony Fauci of the National...

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has spent the last few decades working to improve global health through his philanthropic organization, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. One area of focus has been reducing the spread of infectious...

Yo-Yo Ma, one of the world’s most renowned and beloved musicians, is trying to provide comfort in this time of crisis. Ma has been posting videos of himself performing short pieces and encouraging other musicians -- of all levels --...

When we think of how we respond to outbreaks, we often think of physical things like vaccines or medicines, but there is another factor that is just as critical to understand: culture! Culture determines how we collaborate and use the...

Several COVID-19 variants are acting uniquely enough to qualify as a distinct strain. And you might have heard about one on the news: the Delta variant. Today we’re going to talk about what it is, why it’s here, and what you need to know...

SIR models for epidemics, showing how tweakign behavior can change an outbreak.

As we react to the predictions that epidemiological models make, changing the ways we act and go about our lives, those estimates can appear totally off. But if a model’s predictions end up being wrong, that might mean it's done exactly...

Social distancing is a time-honored, low-tech tool for slowing the spread of contagious pathogens. But it can also take a toll psychologically. Luckily, there are ways to mitigate these harms, so you can protect yourself and your...

Aaron's back answering your submitted questions about things related to the COVID-19. If you'd like to submit a question for a future episode you can do so at healthcaretriage.info 00:22 MYTH: Vitamin D/vitamin C/Echinacea/essential oils...

Aaron Carroll answers your coronavirus questions. 00:33 - What's the deal with NSAIDS? Should we avoid things like ibuprofen now to be safe? 01:47 - Can you do things outside in suburban areas like walk your dog or play basketball? Can...

German mathematician Daniel Regenberg contacted me to share his data on how many people are likely to get infected. I was very skeptical and did not believe it. But when I checked his numbers against...

The Influenza Pandemic of 1918-1919 claimed millions of lives across the globe. Known at the time as 'Spanish Flu', the first documented outbreak occurred at Camp Funston, Kansas.

Discover the origins of COVID-19, named for its discovery in 2019, and the ongoing efforts to develop a vaccine. Learn essential safety measures like frequent handwashing, mask-wearing, and social distancing to slow the virus's spread...

In this special episode, Dr. Zarka shows you what’s inside her “go bag,” a kit of survival supplies she keeps on hand at all times. In this episode you’ll find out how the horror genre can inspire real-world preparedness and take a look...

Teaching social distancing to toddlers will not be an easy task, but Mya is on the scene and ready to help. Explore concepts of social distancing, teaching healthy hand washing and strategies to keep our friends happy and healthy during...

In light of the current corona virus (COVID-19) pandemic, I created a little model to explore different measures to fight viruses. How effective are measures such as tests, quarantine, and social distancing?

For some, lockdown has felt like an eternity, but a lot of key workers have continued to go to work through unprecedented circumstances. Owen Jones asked four workers – a postal worker, a care home worker, a cycle courier and a security...

Global stay-at-home orders have forced dating apps to adapt to virtual dating, from video chats, to AI chaperones. But do you have a better chance at finding love?

These are anxious times given the recent coronavirus outbreak. And if that wasn't stressful enough, now we have to add social distancing on top of it. If you're anything like me, you've taken your responsibility to flatten the curve...

Physical touch is a vital part of life that benefits both our mental and physical health. But when we’re deprived of human contact for extended periods of time...like many of us have been during pandemic, we might experience touch...

Aaron Carroll answers your coronavirus questions. 00:33 - What's the deal with NSAIDS? Should we avoid things like ibuprofen now to be safe? 01:47 - Can you do things outside in suburban areas like walk your dog or play basketball? Can...