In Good Health
Elizabeth Westfield, Greg Johnson, Maayan Voss de Bettancourt | AURN
Each week, In Good Health, from the creators of 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 ingoodhealthpodcast.org. Also, check out the latest on FB, IG, X, and YouTube @ingoodhealthpod.
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 ingoodhealthpodcast.org. Also, check out the latest on FB, IG, X, and YouTube @ingoodhealthpod.
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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
Jan 28, 2024 • 12min
Mental Health In The Military: Stigmas, Resources, And Roadblocks
As a psychologist, Dr. Chuck Weber helped a lot of soldiers during his time in the military. However, limited resources held him back from being able to fully help the families of active-duty soldiers. He explains why this is such an important area of service and how he fought to prioritize mental health services.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/mental-health-in-the-military-stigmas-resources-and-roadblocks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 28, 2024 • 14min
Eating Invasive Species: Does Your Diet Help The Environment?
Many people choose their diet based on what tastes good, but what if you could have great food while helping your local environment? Dr. Joe Roman, a conservation biologist, explains the dangers of invasive species and how we can do our part in saving the environment by strapping on an apron.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/eating-invasive-species-does-your-diet-help-the-environment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 24, 2024 • 3min
Medical Notes: Fight Against Dry Skin, The Health Effects of Extreme Flooding, And How Probiotics May Delay Covid Effects
Weather disasters could be damaging more than your property. How can you avoid dry skin this winter? It may be time to invest in a quality probiotic.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-fight-agains-dry-skin-the-health-effects-of-extreme-flooding-and-how-probiotics-may-delay-covid-effects Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 21, 2024 • 11min
Do You Support Giving Children Mental Health Days Off Of School?
We’re quick to pull our kids out of school when they’re running a fever or throwing up, but what about when they’ve become burnt out or severely stressed? Just because we can’t see the physical symptoms doesn’t mean there isn’t a problem. Our expert explains the benefits of giving your children mental health days and how to prepare them for future obstacles.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/do-you-support-giving-children-mental-health-days-off-of-school Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
