Join us for a screening of Tangled Bank Studios’ film Spillover — Zika, Ebola & Beyond, followed by discussion of public health and science policy with the executive producer David Elisco, and lead researcher on the film Dr. Laura Helft. Special video introduction by Dr. Michael Osterholm, the director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP).
Synopsis: Spillover — Zika, Ebola & Beyond is a harrowing drama that follows scientists into the world’s hot zones in a search for answers. And it does so while providing much needed scientific context for the most recent Ebola and Zika outbreaks. Battle-hardened health workers and survivors share their untold stories, such as how a courageous band of Nigerians jumped into the breach to stop Ebola from turning into a truly global pandemic.
Featured Presenters:
Dr. Michael Osterholm (pre-recorded video)
David Elisco
Dr. Laura Helft
