Frenemies: Understanding Infectious Diseases and Outbreaks

Host Dr. Eve Glazier sits down with infectious disease specialist Dr. Dan Uslan to unpack how viruses, bacteria, and other pathogens spread, why some illnesses spiral into major outbreaks, and what it takes to protect entire communities. Together, they explore the science behind vaccines, the critical role of public health systems, and how modern medicine works to stay one step ahead of emerging threats. Editor’s note: A mosquito species referenced in this episode was misstated. The second mosquito mentioned, originally called Anopheles, should be Aedes. The information has been clarified in this description for accuracy. 🎧 Tune in here. Podcast Credits UCLA Health Medically Speaking with Dr. Eve Glazier Host Dr. Eve Glazier Executive Producers Annie Krasnow Michael Burke Suzanne Koudsi Walker Producers Niki Miller Jessica Alabastro Creative Producer Kanza Shaheen Technical Directors Adrian Cardoso Andrew Stocks Editor Tony Sweet Recorded at Canella Media Special Thanks To our expert guests and the incredible staff across UCLA Health who make this podcast possible. A special thank you to Johnese Spisso, President of UCLA Health and CEO of the UCLA Hospital System, for her visionary leadership and support. We are also grateful to the patients and families whose stories inspire our work every day. Produced by UCLA Health Communications & Marketing For More Information Visit: ⁠https://www.uclahealth.org/medicallyspeaking Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.