January 19, 2022 – Researchers Say L.A. Surge Is Peaking, U.S. Will Distribute Free N95 Masks

In our continuing series looking at the latest medical research and news on COVID-19, Larry Mantle speaks with infectious disease specialist and co-director of the Cedars-Sinai COVID-19 Recovery Program Dr. Catherine Le.  Topics today include:  Researchers say L.A.’s Omicron surge is peaking now.  U.S. faces wave of Omicron deaths in coming weeks, models show.  White House to start distributing free N95 masks starting next week.  Five things to know about ordering free COVID-19 tests from the federal government.  False negative results with rapid tests cause frustration.  Expect more worrisome variants after Omicron, scientists warn.  W.H.O.: Here’s how the COVID-19 health emergency could end this year.  Pfizer’s new COVID-19 pill works against Omicron in lab tests.  Canada approves Pfizer’s at-home COVID-19 antiviral prescription pill.  Possible side effects of Pfizer’s at-home COVID-19 pill.  Beijing says international mail is a possible culprit in first Omicron case.  Grammy Awards moving to Las Vegas April 3.  This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.