Season Seven

An illustration of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.

Public health in action: Five years after COVID-19

Five years after COVID-19 began, University of Michigan School of Public Health experts reflect on lessons learned and ongoing research. Hear stories of resilience programs for older adults and studies tracking the pandemic's lasting impacts.

A child and adult connect with a healthcare professional through a multicolored infinity loop.

Innovation meets empathy: Expanding access to care through technology

In this episode, Michigan Public Health professor John Piette interviews alumna Kate Monti, co-founder of Avela Health. They explore her transition from tech-enabled addiction recovery work to supporting neurodivergent families, highlighting the parallels, challenges, and impact of technology on healthcare access.