ESWI Airborne's Podcast
ESWI Airborne podcast series features captivating talks that give an insight into the fascinating world of respiratory viruses. Moderated by Dr. Jane Barratt, a global advisor on ageing, health and social policy, each episode welcomes ESWI members, global health experts, ESWI coalition partners, or IDC members to join the conversation.
As listeners, we get acquainted with the world of viruses while she asks thought-provoking questions on issues ranging from how to keep viruses at bay, how vaccines work, why vaccination is important to certain risk groups, how to tackle fake news, and much, much more.
This podcast series is adapted to the level of interest of healthcare professionals, patients belonging to risk groups, policy-makers and the public at large. Its purpose is to convey the thoughts and points of view of our guest speakers. Its purpose is not to provide specific medical advice to individuals or substitute consultation with medical practitioners.
ESWI Airborne's Podcast
Burden of disease - The economic and societal impact of acute respiratory viruses
The shocking numbers of babies and children who die, or who are in need of care, coupled with the rising number of undiagnosed older adults puts a significant burden from RSV on health systems. The risk of severe RSV illness can be mitigated and thus there is an urgency for increasing awareness of the impact of RSV.
Listen to Colin Russell, ESWI Board Member and Professor of Applied Evolutionary Biology, Elizabeth Kuiper, Head of the Social Europe and Well-being programme at the European Policy Centre and George Valiotis, Executive Director of the European Health Management Association expertly untangle the economic and societal impact of acute respiratory viruses with a focus on RSV. They cover everything from air pollution, deep-rooted health inequalities, need for data and surveillance, immunisation programmes, health management to the newly established EU Health Union
