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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Sep 25, 2022 • 14min
How Our Mind’s Natural Defense Can Be Deadly for Society
Why are we able to function after mass tragedies? The answer is a defense mechanism in our mind that Dr. Paul Slovic calls the Arithmetic of Compassion. He explains how three components essentially numb our feelings to help us move on after traumatic experiences. Unfortunately, the Arithmetic of Compassion can aslo influence us to turn our backs on others who are suffering.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/how-our-minds-natural-defense-can-be-deadly-for-society/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 25, 2022 • 12min
Our Memories Are Lying to Us: The Mandela Effect
The Mandela Effect is a phenomenon where large groups of people falsely remember the same information. But how is this possible? Experts discuss the possible causes, as well as how these false memories lead to errors in fields such as education and criminal justice.Learn more: https://radiohealthjournal.org/our-memories-are-lying-to-us-mandela-effect/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 25, 2022 • 4min
Medical Notes: September 25, 2022
Afraid of needles? It’s your lucky day. Then, according to research in the journal, Science, a seafood market in Wuhan, China has been confirmed as ground zero for the coronavirus pandemic. Plus, are antibiotics doing more harm than good? And finally, scientists are using mini antibodies, known as nanobodies, to treat neurocognitive diseases. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-september-25-2022/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 18, 2022 • 15min
Esports: Virtual Gameplay With Real Life Consequences
Even though esport players compete online instead of on a field, the growing sport still requires the same team of trainers and medical staff as football or soccer. And given the intense practice schedules, injuries are thought to be unavoidable. Experts discuss both physical and ergonomic strategies to best prevent career-ending injuries.Learn more: https://radiohealthjournal.org/esports-virtual-gameplay-with-real-life-consequences/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 18, 2022 • 12min
A Drop in Vaccination Rates Puts Us All at Risk
The World Health Organization reports that the pandemic fueld the largest drop in childhood vaccination rates in the last thiry years. In fact, New York recently revealed the first case of polio America has seen in over three decades. Experts explain how vaccines are made and why parents need to update their children’s vaccines as soon as possible.Learn more: https://radiohealthjournal.org/a-drop-in-vaccination-rates-puts-us-all-at-risk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 18, 2022 • 3min
Medical Notes: Week of September 18, 2022
Gyms may soon be filled with older adults looking to workout their brain; Artificial intelligence could diagnose your next illness; Parental alcoholism may affect your children more than you know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 11, 2022 • 16min
It’s All In Your Head: The Science Behind Emotional Intelligence
The field of emotion research is flooded with more opinions than facts, however, one main theory says our emotions are an instant response to the world around us. But does that mean we have no control? Two experts discuss the role of emotions and how you can foster your emotional intelligence.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/its-all-in-your-head-the-science-behind-emotional-intelligence/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 11, 2022 • 11min
The Unclaimed Bodies of America
Funerals happen nearly every day and are typically organized and paid for by loved ones. But what happens to the bodies that are never claimed? Dr. Pamela Prickett explains how states handle the dead who are left without any relatives or loved ones to bury them.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/the-unclaimed-bodies-of-america/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 11, 2022 • 3min
Medical Notes: September 11, 2022
PCPs need more daylight to help all their patients; Using locust to detect cancer; Youth proves to be an asset in fighting Covid-19; Testosterone doesn’t always fuel anger. Learn more: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-september-11-2022/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 4, 2022 • 15min
Parasocial Relationships: How Celebrities Influence Your Decisions
If you’ve ever felt connected to a movie star or celebrity, you’ve experienced a parasocial relationship. This one-sided connection gives the celebrity influence over your daily decision making and creates a feeling of friendship with someone you’ve never met. An expert explains both the benefits and drawbacks of parasocial relationships.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/parasocial-relationships-how-celebrities-influence-your-decisions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
