COVID Corner

Sinasabing ang Omicron XE ay ‘recombinant of the variants BA.1 and BA.2'. Ano ba ang ibig sabihin ng recombinant?If you have questions about COVID-19, send us a voicemail at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ano ang ibig sabihin pag lumipat na tayo sa pinakamababang alert level? If you have questions about COVID-19, send us a voicemail at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Countries like South Korea and Israel have started rolling out 4th doses of the Covid-19 Vaccine. Kailangan pa ba ito? If you have questions about COVID-19, send us a voicemail at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mass gatherings are likely to drive superspreader events. But with the onset of the campaign period for presidential elections, how can this be avoided? If you have questions about COVID-19, send us a voicemail at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When does a pandemic become an endemic? And where is covid headed? Genomic data scientist Dr. DJ Bandoy talks about the endemic covid scenario. If you have questions about COVID-19, send us a voicemail at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do fully vaxxed travelers still need to be isolated in a quarantine facility? And how many negative RT-PCR tests do travelers need to take? Genomic data scientist Dr. DJ Bandoy breaks down the travel protocols starting February 1, 2022. If you have questions about COVID-19, send us a voicemail at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Dok DJ, babakunahan na daw ang mga 5 to 11 year olds, safe po ba ito?” Genomic data scientist Dr. DJ Bandoy walks you through the process. If you have questions about COVID-19, send us a voicemail at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“I recently tested positive for covid, how long after I'm fully recovered should I get my booster shot?” Genomic data scientist Dr. DJ Bandoy gives us a crash course on immunology! If you have questions like this, send us a voicemail at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New year, new infections. Exactly how bad is the post-holiday COVID surge? And does the spike in cases have anything to do with the new omicron variant? Dok DJ Bandoy crunches the numbers for us in this episode.If you have questions about COVID-19, email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

'Tis the season to be careful! With the looming Omicron threat, Dr. DJ Bandoy gives his tips for a COVID-free Christmas. When is it a good time to go to the malls? Which Christmas parties should I avoid?  If you have questions about COVID-19, email us at [email protected] a new podcast today on PumaPodcast's website.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Neighboring countries in Southeast Asia are gearing up for the next step to end the pandemic: vaccine manufacturing. But the Philippines has yet to create vaccines of our own. Dr. DJ Bandoy talks about the challenges and the importance of vaccine manufacturing.If you have questions about COVID-19, email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is Omicron more transmissible? Are covid vaccines effective against it? Dr. DJ Bandoy tackles the big questions about the newly reported variant of concern. If you have questions about COVID-19, email us at [email protected], check out PumaPodcast's new podcast on video games and leadership: Squad Leader! https://spoti.fi/3def1dPDiscover a new podcast today on PumaPodcast's website. (linked: https://www.pumapodcast.com/podcasts) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scientists worldwide are watching the recent surge of covid cases happening in the UK. From July to October, the UK has had 3 million cases. This despite 79.5% of its population having been vaccinated. What is causing the surge this time? Dr. DJ Bandoy explains.  If you have questions about COVID-19, email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sadly pagdating sa bakuna walang forever. Dr. DJ Bandoy tells you everything you need to know before getting that third dose of COVID-19 vaccine. Have questions about COVID-19? Email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anti-covid pill manufacturer, Merck, and the Medicines Patent Pool have entered a licencing agreement to offer international access for molnupiravir. What does this mean for low to middle income countries? And, can anti-covid pills be used to replace vaccines? Dr. DJ Bandoy explains in this episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

By now, we've all heard of the Delta variant and we've seen what it can do. But now the Delta variant has mutated once more and some experts fear that its descendant, Delta Plus, is 10% more transmissible than the variant. Dr. DJ Bandoy tells us what we know about Delta Plus so far.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pharma giant Merck says its new antiviral drug can cut hospitalizations in half for COVID-19 patients. Dr. DJ Bandoy talks about the studies on Molnupiravir.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Bandoy returns to the Philippines and describes his experience from boarding the plane to staying in the quarantine hotel. If you have questions about COVID-19, email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The pilot vaccination for teenagers in the Philippines is set to begin. The IATF announced that six hospitals in Metro Manila will vaccinate 15 to 17 year olds starting October. Dr. DJ Bandoy talks about the latest studies on COVID-19 vaccine for minors. If you have questions about COVID-19, email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From symptoms check apps to syndromic surveillance, Dr. DJ Bandoy shares his experience attending face-to-face classes at the University of California, Davis. If you have questions about COVID-19, email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How do aerosol particles behave in the air? And, are face shields enough to prevent the spread of COVID-19?  Dr. DJ Bandoy breaks down the studies.If you have questions about COVID-19, email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

U.S. health officials are preparing to rollout COVID-19 booster shots for adults as new variants continue to emerge. But what is the logic behind using booster shots? And should this be a priority? Dr. DJ Bandoy tells us more.If you have questions about COVID-19, email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. DJ Bandoy breaks down the rules for quarantine and isolation in this episode of COVID Corner. If you have questions about COVID-19, email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The first case of the Lambda variant in the Philippines was detected on August 15. The Lambda and Delta variants both have similar mutations in the spike protein and the receptor binding domain. But a crucial thing that sets Lambda apart from other variants is that it shows vaccine resistance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

75% of COVID-19 cases in Singapore were vaccinated individuals. Although the cases were not severe, health experts are now looking into “breakthrough infections” possibly driven by the highly contagious Delta variant. Genomic data scientist Dr. DJ Bandoy explains what causes breakthrough infections in this episode.If you have questions about COVID-19, email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What is R0? And how do data scientists compute it? Dr. DJ Bandoy explains in this episode.If you have any questions about COVID-19, email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Health experts have cautioned the public against taking antibody tests to determine their level of protection against COVID-19. Dr. DJ Bandoy explains the limitations of antibody test kits and how these tests can give false confidence.Got questions about COVID-19? [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Genomic data scientist, Dr. DJ Bandoy, breaks down key mutations of the delta variant that has caused a surge of COVID-19 cases in Asia.Got questions about COVID-19? [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DJ Bandoy explains the results of mRNA vaccination trials on pregnant women. Have a question about COVID-19. Email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bloomberg ranked 53 countries based on the best and worst places to be as the world starts to go back to normal. On the top of the list are U.S., New Zealand, Switzerland, and Israel. The Philippines ranks 52. DJ Bandoy breaks down Bloomberg's criteria.For more questions: [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What food or drinks should I avoid before and after getting vaccinated? Is it safe to proceed with my COVID-19 shot if my blood pressure is high? Dr. DJ Bandoy answers common questions from listeners. Have a question about COVID-19? Email [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We know that COVID-19 is a zoonotic disease transmitted to humans by animals but can people pass it to their pets? Dr. DJ Bandoy answers this question from one of his listeners.Have a question about COVID-19? Email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's not UK variant, it's alpha variant. Dr. DJ Bandoy explains the WHO's new system of naming COVID-19 variants.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can I take Astra now and Pfizer later? Dr. DJ Bandoy breaks down the recent studies that mix and match COVID-19 vaccine doses.For a link to the study:https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(21)01115-6/fulltext For more questions: [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An estimated one million Filipinos missed the second dose of COVID-19 vaccine. Dr. DJ Bandoy explains the consequences of not completing the vaccine shots. For more questions about COVID-19, email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. DJ Bandoy breaks down the results of the European Medicines Agency clinical trials of Pfizer-BioNTech's COVID vaccine on 12 to 15 year olds. For more questions about COVID-19, email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. DJ Bandoy answers the common questions and concerns of people who don't want to get COVID-19 shots. For more questions about COVID-19, email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

India has become the new epicenter of the COVID-19 pandemic with 400,000 daily cases and 4000 deaths. But if we look at the positivity rate and vaccination rate, it is not that far from the Philippines. Dr. DJ Bandoy explains.For more questions about COVID-19, email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

That's a lot of zeroes, but the data also tells us we're doing better compared to last year. Dr. DJ Bandoy puts the numbers into perspective and explains what still needs to be improved.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

COVID-19 variants similar in strength and characteristics are popping up in different parts of the world. The immediate response of the government is to close its borders. But are these variants even related?Dr. DJ Bandoy explains.For more questions about COVID-19, email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Philippines is getting ready to receive its first batch of Russia's Sputnik V COVID-19 vaccine. Dr. DJ Bandoy explains what we know about the vaccine so far. For more questions about COVID-19, email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

19 deaths associated with blood clots were reported in the UK. But how big is the risk of getting blood clots from the COVID-19 vaccine? Dr. DJ Bandoy explains in this episode.For more questions about COVID-19, email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anong kinalaman ng pampurga ng aso sa COVID-19? The World Health Organization has cautioned against the use of Ivermectin to treat the virus. Dr. DJ Bandoy explains what Ivermectin is—and isn't.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nearly 8000 COVID-19 cases were recorded on March 20, the highest recorded in a single day. At this rate, how many cases can we expect in the coming weeks? Dr. DJ Bandoy gives us three scenarios.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A new P.3 variant of COVID-19 has been discovered in the Philippines. Dr. DJ Bandoy explains everything we know about the new variant so far.For more questions about COVID-19, email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How many Filipinos should be vaccinated per day to reach herd immunity by the end of 2021? Dr. DJ Bandoy crunches the numbers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The DOH started vaccinating healthcare workers this week. Dr. DJ Bandoy talks about what happens when you get vaccinated and why everyone should keep wearing face masks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Food and Drug Administration gave an emergency use authorization of the Sinovac vaccine. Dr. DJ Bandoy talks about what this authorization means, as well as the limitations of the Sinovac vaccine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Israel has administered the most COVID-19 vaccine doses per capita in the world. 40% of the population has been vaccinated, including 90% of the most at risk elderly. Dr. DJ Bandoy gives us key takeaways from their vaccine campaign.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New COVID-19 variants have higher transmission rates. In response, public health officials are considering recommending double face masks. But how effective would that be?For more questions about COVID-19, message us on the Teka Teka Facebook page.https://www.facebook.com/tekateka.news/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.