Viruses, bacteria, and other invisible bugs can start their journeys thousands of miles away. But thanks to the ease of air travel, they can quickly find a way into our homes, our schools…and our bodies, where they can take over. Today we are diving into how these microscopic invaders migrate across the globe, and more importantly, what we can do to stop them.
That is the life’s work of our Docology guest, Dr. Marty Cetron, who led the CDC’s Office of Migration and Quarantine for decades. If a disease has crossed borders in the last 25 years, from Asia, Africa, South America, or Europe, chances are, Dr. Cetron was helping shape the response. He walks us through how outbreaks move, why they move, and what it takes for you to stay one step ahead.
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