In our continuing series looking at the latest medical research and news on COVID-19, Larry Mantle speaks with Dr. Kimberly Shriner, infectious disease specialist at Huntington Hospital in Pasadena.
Today’s topics include:
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How many variants of the coronavirus are there?
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South Africa halts AstraZeneca vaccine rollout over new variant
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South Africa seeks new vaccine plan after halting AstraZeneca
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ICU nurses say relaxed staffing levels are affecting patient care
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Time to double masks as coronavirus variants emerge, experts say
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As COVID-19 vaccines raise hope, cold reality dawns that illness is likely here to stay
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Some California churches reopen after Supreme Court lifts ban on indoor services
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Has Israel found the cure for COVID-19?
Guest:
Kimberly Shriner, M.D., infectious disease specialist at Huntington Hospital in Pasadena