European Scientific Working Group on Influenza (ESWI)

ESWI Airborne's Podcast

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ESWI Airborne podcast series features captivating talks that give an insight into the fascinating world of respiratory viruses. Moderated by Dr. Jane Barratt , a global advisor on ageing, health and social policy, each episode welcomes ESWI members, global health experts, ESWI coalition partners, or IDC members to join the conversation. As listeners, we get acquainted with the world of viruses while she asks thought-provoking questions on issues ranging from how to keep viruses at bay, how vaccines work, why vaccination is important to certain risk groups, how to tackle fake news, and much, mu...

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European Scientific Working Group on Influenza (ESWI)

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Spotlight on the burden of flu for people living with diabetes 12.09.2022 23:17

Why are people with diabetes more at risk from flu? What are the options for reducing the risk? What are the challenges and solutions to increase awareness across health care professionals, researchers and patients themselves? How did COVID-19 change the attention to viral infections in risk groups? Listen to the insightful conversation among the experts and members of the Influenza Diabetes Comm...

Roman Prymula - Walk the talk on immunisation 28.06.2022 30:40

With a wealth of experience, Professor of Epidemiology and former Minister of Health, ESWI Board Member Roman Prymula gives a personal testimony of the COVID-19 pandemic and the different perspectives of politics vs science when it comes to health policy. Insights into vaccinology, the rise of anti-vaxxers and views on how to counter vaccine-hesitancy contribute to this engaging episode.

Colin Russell - Using mathematical modelling to predict virus evolution and inform pandemic response 13.06.2022 37:11

The dynamic interplay between epidemiological research, virus evolution, and mathematical modelling is skilfully described by Dr Colin Russell, Professor of Applied Evolutionary Biology and ESWI Board Member. Flu was Prof. Russell’s first love, however the complex epidemiological pathways of the COVID-19 pandemic sparked his interest in how mathematical modelling informs pandemic response particul...

Ed Hutchinson & Sarah Iannucci - Visualising Viruses 29.05.2022 35:07

What do snowflakes and viruses have in common? What is the scientific value of analysing “wild and wacky” forms of viruses? And what does a biomedical illustrator really do? These, and many more questions are addressed in this captivating episode delving into the scientific world of biomedical visualisation by Dr Ed Hutchinson, ESWI Board Member and senior lecturer at the MRC-University of Glasgo...

Peter Openshaw - A mucosal perspective on pandemics 16.05.2022 31:09

"Learn about the fascinating field of mucosal immunology, vaccine effectiveness, and the role of face-mask protection not from virus particles but “spiticles and snoticles”. Dr Peter Openshaw, ESWI Board Member and Professor of Experimental Medicine, Imperial College London, expertly guides us through what led to the unprecedented speed of COVID-19 vaccine development. From his experience of...

Terho Heikkinen - Flu shots for children? Why this should be more on the radar 27.04.2022 20:03

ESWI Board Member Terho Heikkinen, Professor in paediatrics at the University of Turku in Finland talks about paediatric infectious diseases. Learn about why the flu shot is to be recommended in children. This podcast is kindly sponsored by Viatris.

George Kassianos - Vaccinations to consider before, during, and after pregnancy 27.03.2022 30:05

Dr George Kassianos, ESWI Board Member and retired general practitioner gives a comprehensive and in-depth explanation of vaccination and pregnancy, including the risks and benefits to the mother and the infant. All the important vaccines are covered including Covid-19, influenza, MMR, and others. This podcast is kindly sponsored by Viatris.

Ab Osterhaus - Pandemic Preparedness Planning in Peacetime 27.03.2022 27:28

ESWI Chair and Professor in Virology, Ab Osterhaus, gives a captivating explanation on why we need to stay vigilant and properly prepare for the next pandemic. This podcast is kindly sponsored by Viatris.

Ted van Essen - How to be an inFLUencer: the role of a general practitioner 27.03.2022 21:33

ESWI Board Member and retired general practitioner Ted van Essen describes his unique journey from studying the benefits of influenza vaccination to risk groups to becoming “Dr Ted” on Dutch television, and having this important role in bringing accurate information about influenza vaccination to the general public. This podcast is kindly sponsored by Viatris.