Infectious Science Podcast

02/07/2025

New Episode! "Untangling Alzheimer's: From Prevention to Future Treatments"

Unlock the secrets of the brain's most enigmatic conditions with Dr. Mauro Montalbano, our esteemed guest from the University of Texas Medical Branch. He takes us on a journey through his lab's cutting-edge research into neur...

Unlock the secrets of the brain's most enigmatic conditions with Dr. Mauro Montalbano, our esteemed guest from the University of Texas Medical Branch. He takes us o…

01/13/2025

5 Star Review: Real Science- Real Understandable

"Really interesting, very energetic, easy to listen to and very informative- great job!"

Real Science- Real Understandable. Published November 23, 2024 by Cropguy61 on Apple Podcasts.

01/03/2025

New Episode! "Unraveling the Modern STI Epidemic in America"

This episode tackles the alarming rise of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in the United States, exploring our hidden epidemic and the multitude of factors leading to this increase. We delve into the impact of COVID-19,...

This episode tackles the alarming rise of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in the United States, exploring our hidden epidemic and the multitude of factors le…

01/02/2025

Want to learn more about Crimean-Congo? Check out yours truly on another podcast

In the next episode of the Transmission Interrupted podcast, host Jill Morgan, NETEC PPE Workgroup Co-Chair and a member of the biocontainment team at Emory University Hospital, speaks with Dr. Dennis Bente and Dr. Saima Ali to unpack the complexities of Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever (CCHF).

Dr. Dennis Bente, DVM, PhD, is a professor in the Department of Microbiology & Immunology at UTMB Health. Bente is a globally-trained virologist, research scientist, and educator working to understand better the effects of tick-borne viruses on human and animal health. He co-hosts the Infectious Science Podcast, which takes complex infectious disease topics and turns them into accessible and enjoyable listening for a broad audience.

Dr. Saima Ali, FCPS, MHPE, is the head of the Department of Emergency Medicine (Adult Section) at the Indus Hospital & Health Network in Pakistan. She is a clinician educator and has an interest in EM curriculum development, and contextual educational research, and is an advocate of patients’ rights, safety, and maintaining the highest standards of quality healthcare in Emergency Medicine, rooted in social accountability.

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This episode offers valuable insights on how health care providers can stay prepared and protect against this virus, including:

🎯 The origins and spread of this tick-borne virus across Asia, Africa, and Europe.
🎯 Risks for those working closely with livestock and in health care settings.
🎯 Diagnostic challenges and supportive care approaches for managing symptoms.
🎯 Practical tips for preventing transmission in clinical environments.

12/06/2024

New Episode! "Intertwined Lives: Animals, Humans, and the Dance of Zoonotic Diseases"

Gain a deeper understanding of the intricate connections between humans, animals, and the environment as we explore the One Health concept. Picture the harmony of adding a curious chameleon to our office or the joy of raising...

Gain a deeper understanding of the intricate connections between humans, animals, and the environment as we explore the One Health concept. Picture the harmony of a…

11/01/2024

New Episode! "Illness & Illustration: The Beauty Myths of Tuberculosis & Vampires"

Send us a text Could tuberculosis truly shape our understanding of beauty? Prepare to unravel the eerie yet intriguing connection between this historical disease and the evolution of beauty standards across centuries. With Ch...

Send us a text Could tuberculosis truly shape our understanding of beauty? Prepare to unravel the eerie yet intriguing connection between this historical disease an…

10/15/2024

Sneak peek of the photo shoot we ust did. Pics are coming soon

10/12/2024

5 Star Review: Great infectious science podcast

"Love this podcast’s mix of novice and experts guest. Because of this mix, it makes it easy to follow and enjoyable to listen. Additionally they make l…

Great infectious science podcast. Published October 10, 2024 by Briankwalshrrt on Apple Podcasts.

10/04/2024

New Episode! "Bitten by Myth: Unraveling Rabies and the Werewolf Tale"

Send us a text Happy Halloween from the Infectious Science Podcast team! Join us as we dive into the parallels between medical and folkloric narratives. In this episode we explore how rabies inspired the werewolf myth. We dis...

Send us a text Happy Halloween from the Infectious Science Podcast team! Join us as we dive into the parallels between medical and folkloric narratives. In this epi…

09/17/2024

More photos of our podcast photo shoot coming soon!

09/06/2024

New Episode! "Antibiotics, Antivirals, and the Fungus Among Us"

Send us a text Antibiotics, antivirals, and antifungals have revolutionized modern medicine, saving countless lives and transforming our approach to infectious diseases. In this episode of our podcast, we delve into the diffe...

Send us a text Antibiotics, antivirals, and antifungals have revolutionized modern medicine, saving countless lives and transforming our approach to infectious dise…

08/16/2024

New Episode! "Decoding Leprosy Part II: Diagnosis & Treatment"

Send us a Text Message. Unlock the mysteries of Hansen's disease with us as we welcome acclaimed dermatopathologist, Dr. Mara Dasco. Through her journey from medical school in Galveston to her significant work in Baton Rouge,...

Send us a Text Message. Unlock the mysteries of Hansen's disease with us as we welcome acclaimed dermatopathologist, Dr. Mara Dasco. Through her journey from medica…

08/02/2024

New Episode! "Decoding Leprosy: Stigma, Science, and Godzilla"

Curious about how armadillos and ancient diseases intersect? Prepare to be captivated as we unravel the fascinating mysteries surrounding Hansen's disease, more commonly known as leprosy. We start this season with some fresh ...

Curious about how armadillos and ancient diseases intersect? Prepare to be captivated as we unravel the fascinating mysteries surrounding Hansen's disease, more com…

07/02/2024

We are 😁excited to share that the first few episodes of season two of the Infectious Science podcast are dropping soon! Find us on Apple Music or Spotify and tune in to learn about Hansens Disease, Godzilla and One Health.

12/16/2023

New Episode! "Breaking Barriers: Dr. Shannan Rossi on Viruses and the Business of Science"

Ever wondered about the intricate connection between human, animal, plant, and environmental health? Join us as Dr. Shannan Rossi, an associate professor in the Department of Pathology at UTMB, illuminates this fascinating co...

Ever wondered about the intricate connection between human, animal, plant, and environmental health? Join us as Dr. Shannan Rossi, an associate professor…

11/15/2023

New Episode! "Interwoven Threads of Avian Influenza and One Health with Dr. Greg Gray"

Ever wondered how bird flu affects not just our feathered friends, but also the wider ecosystem? Prepare to be enlightened as we journey into the world of avian influenza with Dr. Greg Gray. A respected authority on respirato...

Ever wondered how bird flu affects not just our feathered friends, but also the wider ecosystem? Prepare to be enlightened as we journey into the world o…

08/28/2023

New Episode! "Unveiling the E. coli Threat: A Potential Killer Lurking in Your Pantry"

Welcome to an eye-opening episode of our podcast, where we uncover the hidden dangers lurking in our food. Join me and our guest, Dr. Alfredo Torres, as we embark on a journey through bacteriology. In our conversation, Dr. To...

Welcome to an eye-opening episode of our podcast, where we uncover the hidden dangers lurking in our food. Join me and our guest, Dr. Alfredo Torres, as …