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 3, 2024 • 12min
How Getting Sick Can Cost You Billions
As pan respiratory virus season creeps up on us, being properly protected can save you a lot of money. New data shows that billions of dollars are spent each year by RSV patients in direct and indirect costs. Our experts discuss the complete economic burden of this disease and how you can stay healthy this winter.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/how-getting-sick-can-cost-you-billions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 30, 2024 • 3min
Medical Notes: Teeth Whitening May Be Ruining Your Health, Reducing Obesity In Kids With Adhd, And Is This The Unhealthiest Time In American History?
Is this the unhealthiest time in American history? New recommendations for kids with ADHD. Your pearly whites may be ruining your health.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
Oct 27, 2024 • 10min
Spray-On Skin: The Future Of Skin Grafting
When a wound is too large for staples or sutures, skin grafts are used to cover the area. Since they’re usually taken from a healthy part of the patient’s body, it often means having two wounds to care for. Our expert explains the new technology that’s revolutionizing this industry and shortening patient’s healing journey.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/spray-on-skin-the-future-of-skin-grafting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 27, 2024 • 13min
Generic Drugs: The Industry Secrets That Can Lead To Drug Shortages
A large portion of the prescription medication American’s consume are generic. But with many of the active ingredients being sourced and manufactured in other countries, are our federal oversights enough protection? This week, our expert explains the systems in place – as well as their weaknesses and strengths.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/generic-drugs-the-industry-secrets-that-can-lead-to-drug-shortages Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 23, 2024 • 3min
Medical Notes: How Surprise Sounds Lead To Risky Decisions, Why Cooked Foods Raise Cancer Risks, And The Genetic Cause Of Anxiety
Is cooked food a health risk? If you have anxiety, you may be able to blame your ancestors. Does music make you more spontaneous? Why you should take a nap before judging someone else.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-how-surprise-sounds-lead-to-risky-decisions-why-cooked-foods-raise-cancer-risks-and-the-genetic-cause-of-anxiety Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 20, 2024 • 12min
Stiff Person Syndrome: Dying From An Invisible Disease
Dr. Ilea Khan has spent her life in constant pain. Though she may appear healthy on the outside, Khan suffers from the same rare disease as Celine Dion – stiff person syndrome. This week, she explains what it’s like to live with an invisible illness and why advocacy and community is so crucial for people living with SPS.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/stiff-person-syndrome-dying-from-an-invisible-disease Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 20, 2024 • 13min
“We’re Reading Their Minds”: Decoding The Brain To Reverse Paralysis
Scientists have been perfecting a technology that gives mobility back to people with paralysis. The system bypasses the injured part of the brain to send signals down into the body. Our expert explains how he created this technology, the success it’s had thus far, and what the future of independence looks like for these patients. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/were-reading-their-minds-decoding-the-brain-to-reverse-paralysis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 16, 2024 • 3min
Medical Notes: How To Remove Plastic From Water, The Magic Of Bleu Cheese, And Why Childhood Anxiety Is On The Rise
Are you tired of drinking plastic? Why better sight may lead to better hearing. Why are kids so worried? Scientists have settled the ranch versus blue cheese debate – and it’s good news for cheese lovers.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-how-to-remove-plastic-from-water-the-magic-of-bleu-cheese-and-why-childhood-anxiety-is-on-the-rise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 13, 2024 • 10min
The Conception Crisis: How To Fix Male Infertility
Infertility can be difficult to talk about, but to find a solution, you first have to know the cause. Though society tends to only look at women’s health, men are just as likely to create fertility issues. Thankfully, our expert reveals the most common causes of male infertility and how to get back on track to conceive a child.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/the-conception-crisis-how-to-fix-male-infertility Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 13, 2024 • 12min
Drugs Aren’t The Answer: Rethinking Health And Healing Within Medicine
Between painkillers and diet pills, doctors can write a prescription for nearly any ailment. However, throwing drugs at the problem isn’t fixing the root cause. Our experts explain the role of integrative medicine and how complimentary therapies, like acupuncture, are becoming more mainstream in healthcare.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/drugs-arent-the-answer-rethinking-health-and-healing-within-medicine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
