April 6, 2022 – Second Booster Study, New Omicron Strain

In our continuing series looking at the latest medical research and news on COVID-19, Larry Mantle speaks with Dr. Arthur Reingold, professor of epidemiology and Head of the Division of Epidemiology and Biostatistics at UC Berkeley’s School of Public Health.  Topics today include:  Israeli study finds second booster offered short-term protection against Omicron.  Cases rise in San Diego and San Francisco.  Why haven’t cases risen throughout the United States?  CA lifts its proof of vaccination for indoor mega events.  United Kingdom detects omicron XE, a new variant.  Risk management for immunocompromised people.  COVID-19 concerns dropping in the United States.  Recent clinical studies could lead to vaccines that are easier to store.  NYT: FDA suspends Glaxo’s antibody drug.  President Biden’s global COVID-19 summit postponed.  This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.