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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Jul 31, 2024 • 4min
Medical Notes: The Common Antibiotic That Increases Your Risk of Death; Stop Getting Your Information From TikTok, and Why Night Shifts Are Bad for Your Health
Lifesaving medication that can turn deadly. TikToker’s aren’t doctors. Working on the night shift may be causing you extra stress. Is plant formula the new breast milk?Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-the-common-antibiotic-that-increases-your-risk-of-death-stop-getting-your-information-from-tiktok-and-why-night-shifts-are-bad-for-your-health Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 28, 2024 • 10min
Nursemaid’s Elbow: The Playful Move That Can Injure Your Child
It’s not uncommon to see parents swinging their kids around or avoiding a fall by lifting them up by one arm. Unfortunately, these common moves can dislocate your child’s elbow and lead to more issues down the road. Our expert discusses the common causes of nursemaid’s elbow and how to fix the injury.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/nursemaids-elbow-the-playful-move-that-can-injure-your-child Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 28, 2024 • 14min
Not Everyone Has An Inner Voice – Do You?
You know that little voice inside your head? Well, not everyone has it. In fact, we all exist on a spectrum from those who talk to themselves all day long, to many who think a few words here and there. Our expert explains the impact of having less inner speech and the creative methods used to research this phenomenon.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/not-everyone-has-an-inner-voice-do-you Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 24, 2024 • 3min
Medical Notes: Honeybees Can Sniff Out Cancer, How Dreams Influence Our Emotions, And Is Preschool Crucial For Later Success?
Honey bees may make an appearance at your next doctor’s visit. Should all kids be sent to preschool? Can dreams help us process negative emotions? The American diet is improving, but that’s not good enough.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-honeybees-can-sniff-out-cancer-how-dreams-influence-our-emotions-and-is-preschool-crucial-for-later-success Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 21, 2024 • 11min
Fibroids: What To Know About the Tumor Most Women Will Develop
While some women won’t even know they’ve developed a uterine fibroid, most will have at least some – often significant – symptoms due to the tumor. They can cause heavy bleeding, anemia, and infertility. Our expert shares everything you need to know about fibroids, including alternative treatment options.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/fibroids-what-to-know-about-the-tumor-most-women-will-develop Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 21, 2024 • 13min
The Skinny Revolution: Does Ozempic Simply Mask a Larger Issue?
It may seem like people are taking weight loss drugs like candy these days, but what are the true side effects of these GLP-1 medications? We discuss the life-changing results, what we don’t yet know about these drugs, as well as the concerns around these medications becoming popular in certain communities.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/the-skinny-revolution-does-ozempic-simply-mask-a-larger-issue Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 17, 2024 • 3min
Medical Notes: An Easier Way To Quit E-Cigarettes, Why First Responders Have a Higher Risk of Dementia, and Is Smell Our Most Important Sense?
The invisible burden of frontline workers. Quitting e-cigarettes may have just gotten a lot easier. Some newborn senses are more important than others.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-an-easier-way-to-quit-e-cigarettes-why-first-responders-have-a-higher-risk-of-dementia-and-is-smell-our-most-important-sense Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 14, 2024 • 11min
Bad Parents vs. Criminally Liable: Who’s To Blame In A School Shooting?
This year, the Crumbley’s became the first parents of a school shooter to be held criminally responsible for the actions of their son. What type of precedent will this set? Our experts discuss where the line is being drawn between being a bad parent and playing an active role in murder. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/bad-parents-vs-criminally-liable-whos-to-blame-in-a-school-shootin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 14, 2024 • 14min
You’re Being Influenced By Political Ads – Here’s How They’re Doing It
You’ve probably noticed the recent uptick in political ads, but have you ever wondered how effective these commercials are? Our experts break down the psychology behind these advertisements – including the reason behind why we’re seeing so many more negative ones. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/youre-being-influenced-by-political-ads-heres-how-theyre-doing-it Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 10, 2024 • 3min
Medical Notes: How Climate Change May Be Affecting Pregnancies, Aging Out of Foster Care, and How Babies Develop a Self-Image
Being placed in foster care can be traumatic – but getting out isn’t much better. More and more babies are being born prematurely, and climate change might have something to do with it. We know that babies like to move their hands, but it turns out they might not just be playing.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-how-climate-change-may-be-affecting-pregnancies-aging-out-of-foster-care-and-how-babies-develop-a-self-image Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
