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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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
Jun 11, 2023 • 4min
Medical Notes: June 11, 2023
This new brain discovery could save lives. Then, researchers estimate that at least half of this population is affected by hearing loss, but haven’t known what causes it. Then, scientists are getting up close and personal with our guts. And finally… watching the clock may be worsening your insomnia.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-june-11-2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 4, 2023 • 16min
Helping Patients Feel Like Kids Again: The Magic of Children’s Hospitals
Children’s hospitals do a lot more than cure diseases. For many long-term, young patients, these institutions become their entire world and not just the place where they receive treatment. Learn how some of these hospitals go above and beyond to help our sick kids every day.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/helping-patients-feel-like-kids-again-the-magic-of-childrens-hospital Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 4, 2023 • 10min
Don’t Let an Injury Keep You From Playing the Game
Pickleball is quickly becoming America’s favorite pastime. It’s a low-impact sport that’s great for people of all ages, but like any activity, it comes with its own injury risks. Dr. Fotios Tjoumakaris has some tips to keep you healthy on and off the court.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/dont-let-an-injury-keep-you-from-playing-the-game Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
