In this episode, we draw chilling parallels between the COVID-19 pandemic and the 1918 influenza outbreak in Malaya, reminding us that history often repeats itself.
The core message is clear: despite the challenges of today, those in the past faced unimaginable trials with fewer resources and limited knowledge. It’s a sobering reflection on resilience and survival in times of global crises.
Episode Overview:- Introduction to pandemic parallels (COVID-19 vs. 1918 influenza)
- Historical overview of the 1918 flu in Malaya
- Key statistics and comparisons with modern pandemics
- The societal impact of pandemics on daily life
- Reflections on how far we've come in medical knowledge
- Closing thoughts on resilience and health crises
Credits The Vital Sign podcast is a production of
Renegade Radio with support from
Abbott Laboratories in Malaysia. It was produced by Senior Producer Kelvin Tay and Producer Raghinie Ravi, hosted by Afiq Kamarudin, written by Alyssa Pong Le Ann and Arnaldan Bryan Henry, and edited by Dickson Cheah.
The content was fact-checked by the Abbott Medical Affairs Team.
