#389: Is Bird Flu The Next Pandemic with John Lieberman MD

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Dr. Bradley Block discusses the current situation with bird flu (H5N1) with Dr. John Lieberman, an infectious disease specialist with over 20 years of experience. Dr. Lieberman provides a detailed history of bird flu, explaining its zoonotic nature and how it has been transmitted from birds to humans and occasionally other animals like cows and minks. They explore the current status of the bird flu, highlighting that while human-to-human transmission remains inefficient, the virus is constantly mutating, which poses a potential future risk. Dr. Lieberman emphasizes that preparedness and coordination among various health agencies are crucial to prevent a pandemic. The episode concludes with a discussion on the ethical implications of animal farming practices contributing to disease spread and the need for a more integrated response to emerging zoonotic diseases.

Bio of Dr. John Lieberman:

Dr. John Lieberman is a board-certified physician in internal medicine and infectious diseases with over 20 years of clinical experience. He specializes in zoonotic infections and serves as a medical expert witness in various legal cases involving infectious diseases. Dr. Lieberman is known for his comprehensive knowledge of emerging infectious threats like bird flu (H5N1) and is committed to educating both medical professionals and the public on these critical issues. He is available for expert witness work and can be contacted via LinkedIn.

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