The Germs and Jargon Podcast

What happens when one of the world’s deadliest viruses captures global attention? In this episode of Germs & Jargon, we break down the science, history, myths, and real-world impact of Ebola in a way that’s easy to understand and impossible to ignore. From the first recorded outbreaks in Central...

In this episode of Germs & Jargon, we dive into the growing concerns around hantavirus, cruise ship illnesses, and the hidden risks of infectious diseases while traveling at sea. “Cabin Fever – Hantavirus x Cruising” explores what hantavirus is, how it spreads, the warning signs and symptoms to ...

Do you really need antibacterial soap? Does cranberry juice actually cure a UTI? And how many “common knowledge” health facts are just clever marketing? In this myth-busting episode of  Germs & Jargon , we break down the science behind everyday health beliefs people think are true. We dive into:...

Antibiotics are one of the most important tools in modern medicine, but what happens when they stop working? In this episode of  Germs & Jargon , we dive into antimicrobial resistance, often called AMR, and why it is becoming one of the biggest challenges in infectious disease and global health....

Modern medicine did not just happen. It was built through centuries of trial error curiosity and a few truly astonishing breakthroughs. In this episode of  Germs & Jargon , we explore the greatest medical miracles that transformed healthcare and saved billions of lives. We begin with  vaccines  ...