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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Feb 21, 2024 • 3min
Medical Notes: 2024 Is The Year of Cancer, IBS May Be A Symptom of Something Worse, and Parkinson’s Disease Is Getting a Marketing Makeover
Will 2024 be the year of cancer? Are you stressed out? Your bathroom habits could be causing more health problems. Is Parkinson’s disease getting a marketing makeover? Learn More: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 18, 2024 • 13min
Service Dogs Are In High Demand – Here’s How You Can Help
Service dogs have been used throughout history but were legally recognized by the US government in 1990. These animals can help people with physical challenges, like grocery shopping, and mental health struggles such as PTSD and anxiety. Our experts discuss the importance of service dogs and how you can get involved.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/service-dogs-are-in-high-demand-heres-how-you-can-help Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 18, 2024 • 14min
“Eat To Survive”: Why Americans Lack Proper Education About Nutrition
Many children in America are taught about nutrition through the USDA’s balanced food plate known as MyPlate. Unfortunately, these graphics don't accurately portray a proper (and realistic) diet, which leaves many people feeling confused and frustrated. Loni Love, a comedian, explains the obstacles she’s faced during her journey towards a healthier lifestyle.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/eat-to-survive-why-americans-lack-proper-education-about-nutrition Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 14, 2024 • 3min
Medical Notes: Why Grocery Taxes May Be Good For Us, The World’s First Partial Heart Transplant, And A New Treatment For Cancer
The world’s first partial heart transplant is inspiring hope. A new advancement in cancer treatment. Are grocery taxes good for our health?Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-why-grocery-taxes-may-be-good-for-us-the-worlds-first-partial-heart-transplant-and-a-new-treatment-for-cancer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 11, 2024 • 13min
Not So Rare: What’s Causing The Rise In Pediatric Kidney Stones?
While kidney stones have historically affected middle-aged men, an unusual population has been seeing a rise in cases – young girls. Dr. Greg Tasian, a pediatric urologist, has been researching the reason behind this rise. He explains what causes kidney stones and how to reduce your child’s risk.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/not-so-rare-whats-causing-the-rise-in-pediatric-kidney-stones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 11, 2024 • 14min
Big Liars: Is Honesty Always The Best Policy?
Are you good at sniffing out lies? Many people aren’t. The typical ‘tells,’ like eye movement, won’t expose a true deception artist. Luckily, our experts explain the psychology behind why people lie and how you can avoid being duped.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/big-liars-is-honesty-always-the-best-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 7, 2024 • 3min
Medical Notes: Trauma Shrinks Your Brain, Restoring Movement To Paralyzed Limbs, And Why Rates Of Poverty Have Declined
Does trauma shrink your brain? Can spinal stimulation restore mobility for paralyzed limbs? Rates of poverty are in a decline.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-trauma-shrinks-your-brain-restoring-movement-to-paralyzed-limbs-and-why-rates-of-poverty-have-declined Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 4, 2024 • 11min
Black Angels: The Black Nurses Involved In The Fight Against Tuberculosis
Dr. Herbert Fox helped discover a cure for tuberculosis, but his work wouldn’t have been possible without the help of the black nurses who monitored and cared for each patient. When all of the white nurses refused to work, these women stepped up. Our expert details their bravery that’s gone largely unrecognized in society.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/black-angels-the-black-nurses-involved-in-the-fight-against-tuberculosis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 4, 2024 • 15min
What Is A Woman Worth? Needless Deaths From A Preventable Cancer
Cervical cancer is almost completely preventable, so why does it continue to kill thousands of women each year? Dr. Linda Eckert, an expert in cervical cancer prevention, believes the answer involves gender inequalities and sexual stigmas. She discusses these issues and offers life-saving prevention methods for women.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/what-is-a-woman-worth-needless-deaths-from-a-preventable-cancer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 31, 2024 • 4min
Medical Notes: How Childhood Trauma Leads To Chronic Pain, The Gut Bacteria That’s Harming Your Bones, And Detecting Cancer Faster Than Ever Before.
We can test for cancer faster than ever before. Do you know what’s causing your chronic pain? Gut bacteria is important – but it’s not always good for our health. How to stop a stomach bug from infecting your whole family.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-how-childhood-trauma-leads-to-chronic-pain-the-gut-bacteria-thats-harming-your-bones-and-detecting-cancer-faster-than-ever-before Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
