Dr. Amy Xie, a CDC Epidemic Intelligence Service Officer, provided valuable insights into navigating the upcoming "respiratory season." Explaining the resurgence of illnesses like whooping cough and the importance of proactive measures, such as getting vaccinated against flu, COVID-19, whooping cough, and RSV. Dr. Xie stressed the need to stay home when feeling unwell and maintain good hygiene practices to protect oneself and the community.

Highlighting the role of epidemiologists in monitoring disease patterns and investigating causes, emphasizing the collaborative effort between public health agencies and the public to stay healthy during the winter months.