Dr. Peter Michalos | MD Based in Southampton, NY | 12-09-25

Sid & Friends In The Morning

77 WABC

News, Comedy, News Commentary, Politics

4.2 • 752 Ratings

🗓️ 9 December 2025

⏱️ 16 minutes

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Dr. Peter Michalos joins John Catsimatidis & James Flippin as they substitute for Sid Rosenberg, to talk about the rise in flu cases and the introduction of the K variant, which the current flu vaccine does not cover. He explains how cold weather impacts virus transmission, the importance of humidifiers, and the use of UVC air purifiers. Dr. Michalos highlights early detection and treatment options for flu, such as Tamiflu and a new one-time pill called flsa. He also touches on homeopathic remedies like vitamin C and zinc, and emphasizes frequent hand washing. The conversation shifts to the CDC's update on the Hepatitis B vaccine, addressing the demographics at risk and the benefits of spreading out vaccine schedules to potentially reduce neuroinflammation concerns. Dr. Michalos also shares insights on a new non-mRNA COVID vaccine, Novavax, and the increased health risks faced by smokers during flu season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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1:27.9	So Dr. Mikolos, what do you make of this?
1:29.9	Is this just traditional seasonal flu activity?
1:33.8	Well, it's a little bit different.
1:35.4	We have a new variant called a K-variant.
1:37.5	And unfortunately, this year's vaccine doesn't cover that K-variant, but getting a flu vaccine helps by boosting the immune system and reducing
1:46.4	some of the symptoms. And when we say you catch a cold, how exactly does that happen? Our mucus
1:53.4	membranes and the moisture inside our sinus and our nasal passages actually acts as a barrier
1:59.8	that prevents colds and viruses from entering.
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