Radio Health Journal | The Latest in Health, Science & Public Policy
Elizabeth Westfield, Greg Johnson, Maayan Voss de Bettancourt | AURN
Each week, Radio Health Journal breaks down important news in medicine, science and technology with the help of world-renowned experts. Our three weekly segments will help guide you to a happier, healthier life – with some fun facts to share at dinner parties. Can magic mushrooms cure your depression? Have we outrun natural selection? Hosted by Elizabeth Westfield, Greg Johnson and Maayan Voss de Bettancourt and produced by Kristen Farrah and Amirah Zaveri. New shows posted each Sunday by 5 a.m. EST. Subscribe, listen, and rate. If you’re looking for older episodes, you can find our entire segment catalog on our website radiohealthjournal.org. Also, check out the latest on Facebook and Instagram @radiohealthjournal and on X @RadioHealthJrnl.
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Nov 24, 2024 • 10min
Locked-In Pt. 2: The Unexpected Consequences Of Cheating Death
After months of doctors mistakenly believing Jacob Haendel was dying in a coma, he managed to catch his medical team’s attention with a flick of his wrist. Haendel went on to recover from his deadly disease, beating all the odds. However, this journey opened his eyes to the pitiful state of accessibility in our society. He’s now focusing his efforts to increase accessible infrastructure through a revolutionary app.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/locked-in-pt-2-the-unexpected-consequences-of-cheating-death Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 24, 2024 • 12min
Locked-In Pt. 1: Trapped Inside Your Own Body
At age 28, Jacob Haendel was diagnosed with a rare, terminal brain disease and given six months to live. But while doctors thought he was dying in a coma, Haendel was fully aware – just trapped inside his paralyzed body. He recounts his incredible story of pain, hope, and beating death against all odds.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/locked-in-pt-1-trapped-inside-your-own-body Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 20, 2024 • 3min
Medical Notes: How To Beat Jetlag And Why Connecting With Your Inner Child Is Good For Your Brain
For the first time ever, scientists have found a molecular difference in people with autism. Why older people should connect with their inner child. Putting an end to the dreaded jet lag.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-how-to-beat-jetlag-and-why-connecting-with-your-inner-child-is-good-for-your-brain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 17, 2024 • 11min
“I Accidentally Fell Asleep At The Wheel”: The Dangers Of Sleep Apnea
Millions of people struggle with sleep, but letting a real condition go undiagnosed could be fatal. Obstructive sleep apnea occurs when the airway is blocked during sleep and can cause major issues, including your alertness during the day and mental health. Our experts discuss which treatment options may be right for you.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/i-accidentally-fell-asleep-at-the-wheel-the-dangers-of-sleep-apnea Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 17, 2024 • 11min
Empty Nose Syndrome: The Botched Surgery That’ll Leave You Breathless
Nose surgeries are some of the most common procedures and are usually simple to perform. However, the tiniest mistake could leave you feeling constantly short of breath and close to suffocation for the rest of your life. Our experts discuss empty nose syndrome and what may cause this rare condition.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/empty-nose-syndrome-the-botched-surgery-thatll-leave-you-breathless Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 13, 2024 • 4min
Medical Notes: Skin Color Affects How Well Medicine Works, Revealing the Genes That Increase Your Chances of Having a Daughter, and the Snail Venom That Could Save Lives
How many procedures require an opioid prescription? The color of your skin could affect how well medications work. Can venom help save lives? Why some people are more likely to have daughters. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-skin-color-affects-how-well-medicine-works-revealing-the-genes-that-increase-your-chances-of-having-a-daughter-and-the-snail-venom-that-could-save-lives Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 10, 2024 • 12min
“It’s Not Rare If It Affects Your Child”: Prevention Strategies For Meningitis B
Meningitis B is a rare but deadly disease. At first, it looks like a case of the flu, but waiting to go to the hospital could prove to be a fatal mistake. Our experts share how this infection has impacted their own lives and the best prevention strategies for you and loved ones.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/its-not-rare-if-it-affects-your-child-prevention-strategies-for-meningitis-b Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 10, 2024 • 10min
Virtual Anatomy: Why Some Medical Schools Are Replacing Cadavers With VR
Cadavers have long been the go-to for anatomy and dissection courses in medical school. However, with so much emerging technology at our fingertips, using donors for these purposes may become obsolete. Our expert explains how virtual reality and 3D renderings are changing the future of medical education.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/why-medical-schools-are-throwing-out-cadavers-in-favor-of-vr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 6, 2024 • 3min
Medical Notes: How Pregnancy Changes The Brain, Reversing The Negative Effects Of Social Media, And Will Iv Drips Actually Cure A Hangover?
Pregnancy changes more than just belly size. How much does social media affect anxiety? Is there anything that can cure a hangover? Are adult braces making a comeback? Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-teeth-whitening-may-be-ruining-your-health-reducing-obesity-in-kids-with-adhd-and-is-this-the-unhealthiest-time-in-american-history Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 3, 2024 • 11min
Human Genome Editing: Overnight Evolution Or Modern Eugenics?
Genome editing could potentially erase all genetic diseases from humanity, but is the tradeoff worth it? Our DNA is an intricately woven story of each individual person, meaning that changing one piece could have unexpected, detrimental effects somewhere else in the body. Our expert explains the incredible opportunities -- and astonishing risks -- of using CRISPR to edit the human genome.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/human-genome-editing-overnight-evolution-or-modern-eugenics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
