News and Features
When a Mosquito Bite Changes Everything: A Personal West Nile Story
January 1, 2026
A discussion about Shawn’s short documentary on Tom Baldwin’s recovery from West Nile virus. The piece offers insight into the film, the story behind it, and the broader public‑health conversation it supports.
Podcast Feature: World Immunization Week Interview
April 22, 2026
Shawn was recently featured on the Encephalitis Podcast for a World Immunization Week conversation centered on his documentary Unconquered: Battling Back After West Nile Virus. The interview explores both the personal narrative at the heart of the film and the broader public‑health implications of rising mosquito‑borne diseases in the United States.
The discussion highlights the growing need for coordinated action across medical, environmental, and public‑health sectors, and underscores the role of storytelling in elevating awareness, prevention, and community resilience.
Podcast Feature: World Immunization Week Interview
April 22, 2026
Shawn was recently featured on the Encephalitis Podcast for a World Immunization Week conversation centered on his documentary Unconquered: Battling Back After West Nile Virus. The interview explores both the personal narrative at the heart of the film and the broader public‑health implications of rising mosquito‑borne diseases in the United States.
The discussion highlights the growing need for coordinated action across medical, environmental, and public‑health sectors, and underscores the role of storytelling in elevating awareness, prevention, and community resilience.