TMHS 423: The Meaning Behind Skyrocketing COVID-19 Cases & Hospitalizations - With Dr. Alan Preston

You don’t have to look far to find data (and opinions!) about the current pandemic. From news outlets to social media feeds, it can feel overwhelming to be constantly submerged into a plethora of information and scary statistics. But from a scientific perspective, it’s important to put context to the data in order to have a comprehensive grasp on what’s really happening. 

There’s no one better suited to help us gain a deeper understanding of reporting statistics and infection rates than Dr. Alan Preston. Dr. Preston is an expert in the field of epidemiology. On today’s show, he’s back to paint a broader picture when it comes to public health and virus transmission. 

You’re going to hear what goes into coronavirus testing and reporting, the importance of understanding measurement periods, and how to understand the burden of disease. Dr. Preston is also diving into the truth about death rates, economic implications, and why taking responsibility for your own health is so critical during this time. 

In this episode you’ll discover:

• The three ways that COVID-19 cases are reported.
• What it means to be presumed positive. 
• The difference between a PCR test and an antigen test. 
• Why understanding subtypes is important when interpreting data. 
• How to calculate a mortality rate. 
• The difference between dying from COVID-19 and dying with COVID-19.
• How COVID-19 deaths and chronic illnesses are linked. 
• The importance of taking ownership of your own health.
• How to actually boost the production of your natural killer cells.
• What herd immunity is. 
• The far-reaching implications of the economic shutdown.
• What you need to know about hospital capacities. 
• How stress impacts the immune system. 
• The importance of being considerate and compassionate to others. 

Items mentioned in this episode include:

• Foursigmatic.com/model — Get 15% off your daily health elixirs and coffee!
• Beekeepersnaturals.com/model — Get 15% off raw honey & other natural remedies!
• Why Quarantine Has Us More Unhealthy Than Ever – Episode 411
• Accurate Reporting & Epidemiology with Dr. Alan Preston – Episode 414
• Connect with Dr. Alan Preston LinkedIn 
• Mask Facts: The Science & The History of Masks in Medicine

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