Episode Details

In the early 20th century, Americans were facing another public health crisis that challenged medical staff and engineers like never before. 

City leaders and public health officials of that time likely asked themselves something eerily familiar, “How can we prevent the spread of infectious disease?” While today’s public health crisis is different, one of the strategies applied in 1918 has made a comeback. We’re talking about indoor ventilation. 

In today’s episode, Jeremy McDonald of Guth DeConzo and Dr. Michael Byrns of the Rhode Island Department of Health weigh-in on easy and practical solutions to improve air quality. They look to the past, revisit current strategies, and explore the public health implications of improved ventilation. 

Tune in for another relaxed conversation with Dr. Jim McDonald and Dr. Philip Chan. If you like the episode, please make sure to share it with your friends and family to help them stay safe too.