In Good Health

How can we save babies born with HIV? We’re overusing salt – and not just in our pasta. Technology is only as good as it’s creator. Is it time to invest in a bird feeder?Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-why-we-need-to-monitor-our-salt-use-how-to-protect-babies-from-hiv-and-racial-bias-in-medical-technology Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

COPD is a silent killer – but it doesn’t have to be. Smoking cigarettes and vaping are among the main causes of the lung disease, but manufacturing plants and air pollution can make even the healthiest person sick. Our experts explain ways to reduce your risk and how to manage COPD once you’re diagnosed.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/no-smoke-is-good-smoke-how-vaping-is-increasing-cases-of-copd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nearly 800,000 Americans have a stroke each year, so make sure you know how to help if your loved one has a sudden attack. Our experts give you the tools to know the signs, symptoms, and actions you can take to save a life. Remember to BE FAST, every minute matters.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/minute-by-minute-everything-you-need-to-know-about-stroke-prevention Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We can catch food allergies sooner than ever before. Should women eat more produce? New research could help veterans get the treatment they need. Should grade school classrooms be more active?Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-why-women-should-eat-more-produce-better-healthcare-for-veterans-and-how-movement-helps-kids-learn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The key to living a long life? Chip Walter says it’s more about having less ‘bad’ genes rather than having more ‘good’ ones. But as we inch closer to finding immortality, there are some questions to be answered, such as “should we even be able to live hundreds of years?”Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/is-science-close-to-creating-immortal-humans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why do autopsy reports take so long to come back? While TV shows can make it seem like a two-step process, forensic toxicology can take weeks or months to figure out a person’s cause of death. Our expert takes us through this process and how it’s used in everyday life.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/celebrity-deaths-political-poisonings-inside-forensic-toxicology Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can we stop the progression of pancreatic cancer?Pancreatic cancer is expected to be the second leading cause of cancer deaths by 2030. It spreads quickly and is hard to manage due to the tumor’s unique biological makeup. However, an investigation in Cell Reports revealed the tumor’s genetic changes as it spreads through the body. This new information has led to the discovery of an experimental drug that could halt this process and stop the cancer from migrating (University of Rochester).Is it time for parents to be selfish?In the early days of parenting, there’s many sleepless nights, forgotten meals, and sick days that we power through because our children need us…but neglecting our own well being may actually be hurting our kids. A study published in Frontiers In Psychology has found that young kids with fathers who have mild anxious or depression symptoms report fewer behavioral difficulties and better scores on a standardized IQ test. More research is needed to reveal the factors that connect these two observations (McGill University).Science is taking muscle repair to the next levelSkeletal muscles are one of the most regenerative organ systems we have, but when faced with something more serious, our body could use some help. Research published in Nature Cell Biology has identified a key gene used in muscle repair that brings us one step closer to lab-made muscles. The scientists hope to move this research into fixing rotator cuff tears, before advancing into more difficult challenges, like genetic muscular diseases (UC Irvine).Concussions may trigger mental health issuesA study published in the Journal of Athletic Training studied how this brain injury is connected to suicide. Researchers found that male teens who’ve had two or more concussions in the past year are more likely to report having suicidal thoughts, planning, and attempts than male teens with one or no concussions. The risk of suicidal behavior seems to be the same for female teens regardless of brain injury (University of Michigan).Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-why-parents-should-be-more-selfish-how-scientists-are-creating-lab-made-muscle-and-do-concussions-lead-to-suicidal-thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Research shows that children involved in STEM courses, like engineering and science, have better reading comprehension and are more likely to be successful later in life. One national science fair is helping to keep kids, like award-winner Shanya Gill, interested in these industries and foster their passion for science.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/its-a-critical-age-why-young-kids-should-be-involved-in-stem Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Natural disasters are often devastating to the surrounding communities and environment. And since they’re becoming more frequent – and occurring in places they’ve never been before – it’s more important than ever to know how to support the victims and prepare yourself for these catastrophes.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/natural-disasters-are-only-getting-worse-how-can-you-help Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scientists may now be able to catch dementia earlier than ever before. Are eyes the windows to our mental health? A new mouse study may improve diabetes treatments. The neighborhood playground may be holding onto more than just childhood memories.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-your-local-park-may-be-polluted-with-lead-how-pupil-size-affects-anxiety-levels-and-the-stress-hormone-that-makes-insulin-work-better Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices