MedPod Today Ep. 6: COVID Rundown; Shady Medicare Advantage Ads; RIP 'Excited Delirium'

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MedPod Today: the podcast series where MedPage Today reporters share deeper insight into the week's biggest healthcare stories. This week, MedPage Today reporters discuss changes in COVID peak viral load, how long kids are contagious, and the latest COVID variant. Plus, several issues with Medicare Advantage advertising and an update on the loaded term 'excited delirium' -- and why medical professionals aren’t using it anymore. Episode produced and hosted by Rachael Robertson. Sound engineering by Greg Laub. Reporting by Kristina Fiore, Cheryl Clark, and Joyce Frieden.