Sawbones: A Marital Tour of Misguided Medicine

There has been a lot going on in the United States in the last few days that might affect what's going on with health, medicine, and other sciences. Dr. Sydnee talks about the implications of all of these now and in the immediate future, and what we can do about it.Music: "Medicines" by The Taxpayers https://taxpayers.bandcamp.com/World Central Kitchen: https://wck.org/

Depending on where you live, you might be hearing a lot lately about Pertussis or Whooping Cough, even in Dr. Sydnee and Justin’s home county. Dr. Sydnee talks about the long history of this disease, its symptoms, and how the vaccine eventually came about.Music: "Medicines" by The Taxpayers https://taxpayers.bandcamp.com/Palestine Children's Relief Fund: https://www.pcrf.net/

Imagine if your doctor could go on strike in the middle of a treatment. That’s the most popular argument against physicians’ unions, but there’s a lot more to the issue. Dr. Sydnee talks about the process of training doctors in the United States, why doctors would want to unionize, and what a doctors’ union might look like.Music: "Medicines" by The Taxpayers https://taxpayers.bandcamp.com/Palestine Children's Relief Fund: https://www.pcrf.net/

It's a real medical (with a lower-case m) mystery, as Dr. Sydnee tries to find the source of a trick on TikTok that reportedly helps alleviate constipation. Join Sydnee on her surprisingly difficult journey to find what exactly this "trick" is to determine whether or not it does anything at all.Music: "Medicines" by The Taxpayers https://taxpayers.bandcamp.com/Palestine Children's Relief Fund: https://www.pcrf.net/

The hosts share humorous winter tales, setting a cozy vibe for their book recommendations. They dive into diverse literature, discussing gripping mysteries and the joys of fantasy. Audiobooks vs. physical books spark a playful debate as they highlight social justice themes in contemporary reads. They embrace the spontaneity of 'book talk' and celebrate favorite series, analyzing classic fantasy ties and world-building. Join them for a heartwarming literary journey that invites shared love for stories!

Celebrate the season with a staged reading of a hilariously misguided Hallmark Christmas movie! Follow a young doctor in the charming village of Poinsettia Point as she navigates quirky holiday traditions. Enjoy comical misunderstandings as patients confuse festive treats with medical advice. Join absurd encounters during holiday dinner discussions and witness a chaotic pie event that critiques commercialization. Plus, catch a laugh-filled twist as Santa arrives injured, blending Easter traditions into the Christmas mix!

Listeners submitted quirky medical questions, leading to a delightful exploration of topics like menstrual disks and ear-cleaning myths. The hosts humorously address skin changes during pregnancy and the perils of Q-tips. They discuss the lymphatic system's efficiency and joke about aging and its impacts on health. With light-hearted anecdotes about bodily oddities, it's an entertaining blend of informative advice and laughs, making health discussions both relatable and engaging!

It’s nearly winter, which means the return of mycoplasma or “Walking Pneumonia” on this hemisphere. This week Dr. Sydnee and Justin talk about how this infection was discovered, the questionable way it was researched and how it differs from “typical” pneumonia.Music: "Medicines" by The Taxpayers https://taxpayers.bandcamp.com/Harmony House: https://harmonyhousewv.com/

Dive into the quirky world of the Tesla medical bed, a product humorously disconnected from both Elon Musk and genuine healthcare. The hosts critique absurd wellness trends, dissecting bizarre products like bio photon pillows and life force energy devices. They tackle the dubious pricing and claims surrounding these wellness innovations while balancing skepticism with laughter. The discussion highlights ethical concerns in the industry and plays with conspiracy theories that surround these outlandish medical claims, keeping the conversation both fun and insightful.

Needless to say it’s going to be a long four years for the United States. This week’s episode of Sawbones offers some guidance on what we might expect for medicine and health care going forward and what pro-active steps you may want to consider.Music: "Medicines" by The Taxpayers https://taxpayers.bandcamp.com/