Dr. Philip Chan, Rhode Island Department of Health

Public Health Out Loud

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Public Health Out Loud is a podcast that delves into the broader public health concerns and issues facing everyday Rhode Islanders. From discussions about safeguarding against future pandemics to actionable plans for families to help keep their loved ones safe from preventable diseases, Public Health Out Loud is a no nonsense resource for listeners who want to stick to the facts. Host Dr. Philip Chan promises to deliver accurate, light-hearted, and informative public health updates that matter to you. This podcast is brought to you by the Rhode Island Department of Health.

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Dr. Philip Chan, Rhode Island Department of Health

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Pandemics: Future, Past, and Present: Should We Wave Goodbye to the Handshake? 11.11.2020 23:44

As the world buzzed along at the start of 2020, trouble was brewing in other parts of world that would eventually arrive in the United States. We’re talking about SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. While everyone knows how that story played out, the novel disease is continuing to shape the political, social, and medical landscape in unexpected ways. In the face of adversity, businesses a...

Epidemics, Pandemics, Syndemics: What Does This Mean Anyway? 11.11.2020 31:14

Everyone has heard the word ‘pandemic’ by now. Whether you’re waiting in traffic or checking out the safety posters at your favorite restaurant, you’re probably going to hear or see ‘pandemic’ mentioned again. Not all contagious viruses and diseases are called pandemics though. In the case of COVID-19, the World Health Organization didn’t raise the alarm bells until March – about three full months...

A Very Different America: Did We Meet the Demands of COVID-19? 11.11.2020 31:51

Despite countless recommendations on the use of face masks, the scientific community ran into an unexpected hurdle that might have been inconceivable just a few years ago. Specifically, how the use of face masks became a political issue. Across the United States, Americans will find inconsistencies in the adherence of safety precautions. Fortunately, in the Ocean State, most residents are followi...