AH CHOO - The Seasonal Flu vs. Bird Flu: Symptoms, Vaccines, and Pandemic Risks (Ep.30)

In this episode of The Med Edit Podcast, co-hosts Dr. Jessica Gray and Dr. Cari Sorrell break down everything you need to know about Seasonal Flu and Bird Flu (H5N1). With flu season in full swing and news headlines buzzing about the latest bird flu outbreak, it’s time to separate fact from fear.What You’ll Learn:The differences between Seasonal Flu and Bird Flu symptomsHow each virus spreads and the risks of transmissionThe importance of the flu vaccine and the latest updates on mRNA vaccinesWhy Bird Flu is making headlines and the potential for a human pandemicThe surprising link between Bird Flu outbreaks and rising egg pricesFrom debunking flu myths to understanding pandemic preparedness, this episode is packed with evidence-based medical insights.Listen now and stay informed this flu season!Connect with Dr. Jessica Gray and Dr. Cari Sorrell: The Med Edit PodcastInstagram: @TheMedEditPodcastFacebook: The Med Edit PodcastLinkedIn: The Med Edit PodcastLinkedIn: Dr. Jessica GrayLinkedIn: Dr. Cari SorrellYoutube: The MedEdit PodcastTikTok: The MedEdit Podcast ⚕️Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center: Continuing Medical Education CreditIn support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center and The Med Edit Podcast. Texas Tech University Health Science Center is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.References from today's episode:https://www.cdc.gov/bird-flu/situation-summary/https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/bird-flu-concerns-grow-scientists-race-develop-new-vaccines-rcna187824https://www.cnn.com/2025/01/25/business/egg-prices-avian-flu-outbreak/index.htmlhttps://www.genome.gov/genetics-glossary/Messenger-RNA-mRNACenters for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). "Seasonal Influenza (Flu)." CDC - FluCenters for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). "Flu Vaccination." CDC - Flu VaccinationWorld Health Organization (WHO). "Influenza." WHO - Influenza