Monday, October 18, 2021 - Ashley dives into an unusual way to interact with cold weather in a visit to a remarkable gathering at the Missouri River. ~~~ Tom Isern shares a Plains Folk essay titled “Deeper Significance in the Neighborhood.” ~~~ The Conversations on Health Care podcast has been an important resource during the pandemic, allowing us to share information from leading experts. Today we hear from Dr. Ofer Levy, a member of the FDA COVID Vaccine Advisory Panel. Among the topics discussed is the review process to authorize vaccines for children.
A Cold Plunge in the Missouri River ~ Essay from Historian Tom Isern ~ Immunologist Dr. Ofer Levy
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