November 5, 2021 – New Pfizer Pill May Cut Severe Illness Risk, Europe Is Pandemic Epicenter Again, And More

In our continuing series looking at the latest medical research and news on COVID-19, Larry Mantle speaks with Dr. Shruti Gohil, professor of medicine and associate medical director for epidemiology and infection prevention at UC Irvine’s School of Medicine. Topics today include: Pfizer’s Covid antiviral pill may cut severe illness by 89%.  Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti reports ‘some fever and head cold’ symptoms following Covid-19 diagnosis. What does that tell us about breakthrough cases?  Europe is back at the epicenter of the Covid-19 pandemic, a W.H.O. official says.  Hawaii is easing restrictions and preparing to welcome back tourists.  Study shows dramatic decline in effectiveness of all three major Covid-19 vaccines.  This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.