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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Jan 22, 2023 • 11min
Saving Our Heroes: Helping First Responders Heal Their PTSD
PTSD wasn’t an official diagnosis until 1980. Before then, Dr. Marilyn Wooley was told some people were simply a lost cause. Now, she helps first responders work through their trauma – proving that a PTSD diagnosis is not the end of their careers.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/saving-our-heroes-helping-first-responders-heal-their-ptsd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 15, 2023 • 15min
Dropping the Paywalls to Scientific Research
By 2026, all federally-funded scientific research articles will be publicly available thanks to a recent policy change by the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy. Experts explain how this will affect the public, researchers, and the publishing industry.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/dropping-the-paywalls-to-scientific-research Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 15, 2023 • 12min
Is Covid-19 the New Flu?
Healthcare’s hope is that Covid-19 soon becomes a seasonal sickness that we deal with using yearly vaccines. And while the public seems eager to put the pandemic in the past, many people aren’t following up with the recommended booster shots. An expert discusses why we can’t become too lax with our treatment of this virus.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/is-covid-19-the-new-flu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 15, 2023 • 3min
Medical Notes: January 15, 2023
Are masks affecting how our brains function? Then, getting a tattoo may be good for your health. Then, can our genes predict the future? And finally…it’s time to take your Sunday morning crossword seriously. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-january-15-2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 8, 2023 • 12min
'The Most Powerful Drugs Known to Man': A Guide to Anesthesia
Many patients believe all they need to know about anesthesia is that it takes their pain away, but Dr. James Cottrell says that’s just the tip of the iceberg. He believes everyone should be knowledgeable about these dangerous drugs in order to ask questions and make sure you’re getting the best anesthesia – and anesthesiologist -- for your needs.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/the-most-powerful-drugs-known-to-man-a-guide-to-anesthesia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 8, 2023 • 3min
Medical Notes: January 08, 2023
We may soon be able to move things with our minds. Then, teenagers need sleep – but at what cost? And finally, Have we found the perfect solution to foggy glasses? Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-january-08-2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 8, 2023 • 15min
Drunkorexia: A Popular Practice That Leads To Malnourishment
‘Drunkorexia’ is a habit that’s popular among young people where they refuse to eat before a night of drinking. Though many assume this will help keep their calorie consumption low, experts reveal why engaging in this practice can lead to weight gain and other health risks.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/drunkorexia-a-popular-practice-that-leads-to-malnourishment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 1, 2023 • 11min
How Air Travel Becomes A Nightmare For People With Disabilities
The Air Carrier Access Act was passed more than 30 years ago to prohibit airlines from discriminating against people with disabilities. And though it was an essential step for equality, it hasn’t been enough. Josue Cordova explains the struggles of traveling with a disability and how to fix these issues.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/how-air-travel-becomes-a-nightmare-for-people-with-disabilities/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 1, 2023 • 3min
Medical Notes: January 01, 2023
What’s causing the surge in RSV cases? Then, green tea is great for energy, just not for your liver. And finally…can we trust large companies with the health of our planet? Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-january-01-2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 1, 2023 • 16min
Aging With Your Home: Renovations To Make Your Space More Accessible
As we age, certain aspects of our home, like stairs and loose rugs, can become major obstacles. And while renovations can seem intimidating and expensive, there are many simple changes that can make a huge difference. Extreme Makeover: Home Edition’s Ty Pennington explains which projects to prioritize.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/aging-with-your-home-renovations-to-make-your-space-more-accessible Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
