Bird Flu: Third Case. (Program Repeat)

TUESDAY, JUNE 11
PROGRAM #10403 11:00 AM PT

Extra Edition: Bird Flu: Third Case. (Program Repeat).

Another human case of bird flu has been detected in Michigan, with new symptoms. The patient is a dairy worker. What to know about these cases? How can farm workers protect against the new virus? This archival program was originally aired on Thursday, June 6, 2024.

Guest: Dr. Denisse Vega Ocasio, Epidemiologist, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Atlanta, GA.

Strokes in Young People On The Rise. Strokes have dramatically doubled among 20- to 44-year-olds. How common are strokes in the United States and why is it increasing in young adults?

Guest: Dr. Clinton Wright, Vascular Neurologist and Associate Director, National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, Bethesda, MD.

Staying Safe In Extreme Heat. With extreme heat expected this week as we enter the summer season, California is working to keep people safe with outreach efforts, safety resources, and state action. This program covers California state actions and important information on extreme heat preparedness.

Guest: Yurina Melara Valiulis, Multiethnic Press Secretary, Office of Community Partnerships and Strategic Communications, California Governor’s Office of Planning and Research, Sacramento CA.

Photo: USDA

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