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 2, 2023 • 16min
Will Hormonal Contraceptives Worsen Your Autoimmune Disease?
Of the 24 million Americans with autoimmune diseases, about 80% are women. A 2020 paper in the American Journal of Nursing estimates that nearly 90% of women who could become pregnant but don't want to use contraception – which may worsen a preexisting disease. Our experts explain what to do if you fall into this category and how to safely use hormonal contraceptives.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/will-hormonal-contraceptives-worsen-your-autoimmune-disease Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 2, 2023 • 11min
Do You Feel Pressured To Work While You’re Sick?
hough the pandemic changed a lot about traditional offices, by now many people are back working in communal spaces. While this is great for building relationships, it’s also a surefire way to spread disease. Our experts discuss how office culture feeds into putting yourself and others at risk.https://radiohealthjournal.org/do-you-feel-pressured-to-work-while-youre-sick Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 25, 2023 • 16min
Menopause: What To Expect When You’re Finished Expecting
Every female on earth will eventually go through menopause, so why don’t women know more about the process? If you’ve been suffering with menopausal symptoms or are confused about this life transition, our experts are here to help. They discuss how you can stay in control of your body and feel like yourself again during this time.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/menopause-what-to-expect-when-youre-finished-expecting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 25, 2023 • 10min
Have You Been Fooled By These Common Medical Myths?
Can you take too many vitamins? Does everyone need eight hours of sleep? Dr. James Hamblin answers these common questions and many more on this week’s segment. He explains how to tell if a persistent itch or bothersome joint pain has a simple fix or needs to be checked by a professional.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/have-you-been-fooled-by-these-common-medical-myths Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 25, 2023 • 3min
Medical Notes: 'The dark side of avocado oil, a treatment for lazy eyes & the long-term effects of grief'
Should everyone be screened for kidney disease? Your avocado oil may not be as healthy as you think. Do your eyes need to go to the gym? Severe grief is bad for your heart.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-june-28-2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 18, 2023 • 16min
The Psychological Trends of the Ever-Growing Gig Economy
The gig economy seems to only be growing, especially with the boom of businesses like Uber and Grubhub. Workers now get to choose their own hours, but is the freedom worth the lack of regulation, protections, and benefits like health insurance? Experts explain the societal perception and personal psychology of gig workers.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/the-psychological-trends-of-the-ever-growing-gig-economy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 18, 2023 • 11min
Dealing With Loss This Father’s Day
Whether you lost your father ten days ago or ten years ago, Father’s Day can be a hard time of the month. Dr. Sanam Hafeez, a clinical neuropsychologist, says it doesn’t have to be something to dread. She offers advice on how to turn this time of year into an experience of healing and growth.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/dealing-with-loss-this-fathers-day Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 18, 2023 • 3min
Medical Notes: June 18, 2023
How to keep your kids safe in pools this summer. Then, it’s time for camping, grilling, and avoiding mosquitoes. Plus, new treatments for eye disease may be right around the corner. And finally… forget about our digital fingerprints, our actual DNA can be found almost anywhere in the world.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-june-18-2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 11, 2023 • 15min
Why Doctors Should Have Creative Passions Outside of Medicine
Hannah Boone entered medical school with a degree in music instead of having a typical science background. While this may seem unwise, some experts think it may be the best prerequisite for a career in medicine. Find out why this educational path is thought to create more involved and empathetic physicians.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/why-doctors-should-have-creative-passions-outside-of-medicine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 11, 2023 • 11min
Medical Gaslighting: What To Do When Doctors Stop Listening to You
Doctors told Karen DeBonis that her son’s concerning tics were normal, and he’d grow out of them. But when she got a second opinion, an MRI scan showed that he had a large brain tumor. This week - DeBonis shares how she was forced to advocate for herself when doctors didn’t listen take her seriously.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-gaslighting-what-to-do-when-doctors-stop-listening-to-you Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
