Making Sense of Science - Why Dr. Ashish Jha Expects a Good Summer

Why Dr. Ashish Jha Expects a Good Summer

04/09/21 • 37 min

Dr. Ashish Jha, dean of public health at Brown University, discusses the latest developments around the Covid-19 vaccines, including supply and demand, herd immunity, kids, vaccine passports, and why he expects the summer to look very good.

Making Sense of Science features interviews with leading medical and scientific experts about the latest developments in health innovation and the big ethical and social questions they raise. The podcast is hosted by science journalist Matt Fuchs

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