Public Health Experts Discuss the “Triple-demic” of COVID, Seasonal Flu and RSV

KLCC | By Michael Dunne

Published December 16, 2022 at 4:20 PM PST

KLCC aired a special program on Friday, December 16, 2022 with public health experts in Lane and Deschutes County to discuss the ongoing health crisis presented by three respiratory illnesses – COVID 19, seasonal flu, and RSV – converging at once.

Dr. Patrick Luedtke, senior public health officer at Lane County, Dr. Rita Bacho, Program Manager for Deschutes County Public Health, and Dr. James McGovern of PeaceHealth provided guidance for the public and Dr. Luedtke answered questions from listeners.

Termed a “Triple-demic,” the simultaneous influx of patients suffering from COVID, seasonal flu, or RSV is straining our healthcare system nationally and locally.

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Michael Dunne

Michael Dunne is the host and producer for KLCC’s public affairs show, Oregon On The Record. In this role, Michael interviews experts from around Western and Central Oregon to dive deep into the issues that matter most to the station’s audience. Michael also hosts and produces KLCC’s leadership podcast – Oregon Rainmakers, and writes a business column for The Chronicle which serves Springfield and South Lane County.

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