The New CDC director on the COVID Wave (w/ Dr. Mandy Cohen)
In the Bubble with Andy Slavitt
Lemonada Media
4.6 • 3.5K Ratings
🗓️ 9 August 2023
⏱️ 59 minutes
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COVID cases are rising in the U.S. -- does this mean we are on the precipice of a summer wave? That’s the question for the new head of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Dr. Mandy Cohen. Plus, the latest on when the next round of vaccines might become available and what the expected guidelines will be about boosters going forward. Andy also dives more into Dr. Cohen’s background, why she’s taking on the role of heading the beleaguered agency at this time, and how she plans to restore trust in the CDC.
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| 1:40.4 | This is In The Bubble with Andy Slavitt. |
| 1:42.4 | Welcome to the show. |
| 1:44.4 | I apologize if my voice sounds a little grating to you. |
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