Listen: Anthony Fauci on presidents, bird flu, and empathy

"For better or worse, I don't really think animus is helpful, particularly in my job," Fauci told STAT

Log In    Subscribe Anthony Fauci on presidents, bird flu, and turning down a multimillion-dollar job By Rick Berke and Helen Branswell Chip Somodevilla/getty Images In a special edition of the "First Opinion Podcast," STAT executive editor Rick Berke and senior writer Helen Branswell interviewed the country's former top infectious disease expert about some of the insights and revelations from his new memoir, "On Call: A Doctor's Journey in Public Service." The three discussed when Fauci knew that Covid-19 was a real threat, what worries him about bird flu, and the importance of navigating multiple presidential administrations with empathetic calm.   "For better or worse, I don't really think animus is helpful, particularly in my job," Fauci told STAT. "I think when you have animus to some people, it sometimes clouds your thinking." LISTEN NOW   Be sure to sign up for the weekly "First Opinion Podcast" on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts. Be the first to know Get instant notifications for the topics and reporters you choose with STAT+ Email Alerts. In case you missed it health Inside Anthony Fauci's 'On Call': 9 health and science takeaways from the memoir of America's most famous doctor First Opinion Podcast Why is eugenics still alive and well in scientific publishing? the readout loud Biotech layoffs, founder-focused VC, & a big pharma exit Read more Don't miss out on another STAT+ Investigation again! Unlock the world of health and medicine with a brand-new subscription to STAT+ Learn more STAT, 1 Exchange Place, Boston, MA ©2024, All Rights Reserved. I no longer wish to receive STAT emails Update Newsletter Preferences • Contact Us • Advertise with Us