Episode 12 - Flu Shot Views, Virtual Boston Marathon story, and children vaccinations

This episode was recorded on September 15, 2020

  1. Flu vaccine… views from the group about whether one should get a flu shot; the overwhelming consensus on the call was YES, get a flu vaccine if your doctor recommends it, as it is a huge benefit to society as a whole, helping to keep people out of the hospital, something super important given some people with COVID will need a hospital bed

  2. Tim, a sub 2:40 marathoner (~6:04 per mile pace) and sub 10 hour Ironman athlete, talks about his virtual Boston Marathon in Death Valley California, his race preparation, his training, having covid, and other topics;

  3. A surgeon’s perspective regarding the impact of COVID on his practice;

  4. The importance of maintaining vaccinations for children on schedule (and not letting them slip)

  5. A discussion about going to the dentist and the importance of maintaining good oral hygiene and flossing

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