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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Aug 28, 2022 • 3min
Medical Notes: Week of August 28, 2022
Are robots helping or hurting the human workforce; Rewarding someone for a job well done may be a mistake; Pregnant women no longer have to give up caffeine; One more reason to get your eight hours of sleep each night. Learn more: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-august-28-2022 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 21, 2022 • 15min
988: The New Number for Suicide and Crisis Prevention
In many households, mental health isn’t talked about until it’s too late. Fortunately, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration created a suicide and crisis hotline in 2005 to help those struggling. This year, the ten-digit number was changed to just three: 988. Experts explain how this change will help increase awareness and access to prevention resources.Learn more at https://radiohealthjournal.org/988-the-new-number-for-suicide-and-crisis-prevention/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 21, 2022 • 12min
The Tattoos That Give Breast Cancer Survivors Their Identity Back
Tattoos can be a sign of expression, but for survivors of breast cancer, the art means something different. Areola restoration is a subset of medical tattooing – an advanced form of cosmetic tattooing. It can provide a sense of closure for the women who’ve battled cancer and undergone mastectomies. Shana Irish discusses how medical tattooing can help these women finally feel comfortable in their own skin.Learn more at https://radiohealthjournal.org/the-tattoos-that-give-breast-cancer-survivors-their-identity-back Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 21, 2022 • 3min
Medical Notes: August 21, 2022
How can we raise a healthier generation? A report determines that efforts to improve the health habits of children have largely failed. Then, a recent study in eLife reveals that our gender determines how our muscles interact with other metabolic tissue. Plus, does toxic air damage our brains? And finally…video games may not be rotting our brains after all. Learn more: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-august-21-2022 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 14, 2022 • 15min
What You Should Know About Ingesting Microplastics
When broken down, plastic products create tiny particles called microplastics. These nearly invisible specks seep into our water, air, and have recently been found inside our bodies. Experts discuss how we ingest microplastics, and what potential effects they may have on our health.Learn more: https://radiohealthjournal.org/what-you-should-know-about-ingesting-microplastics/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 14, 2022 • 11min
First Responders Have A New Robotic Sidekick
While the public safety industry has slowly evolved, entrepreneur Doron Kemple says there hasn’t been a large push for innovation in recent years. Kemple founded Bond – a private security company that’s betting big on drones working alongside first responders in emergency situations. He explains how these robots can advance the field by improving response times, providing more on-scene information through video, and more.Learn more: https://radiohealthjournal.org/first-responders-have-a-new-robotic-sidekick/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 14, 2022 • 3min
Medical Notes: August 14, 2022
Only 7% of Americans have good cardiometabolic health; How light affects your mood; The secret to a long life; How cigar labels are misleading consumers. Learn more: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-august-14-2022/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 7, 2022 • 15min
How Mercury’s Invading Our Air, Water, and Food
It’s no secret mercury can harm our health, so why are dangerous exposures still prevalent? Well, it might be due to the unexpected contacts many people don’t know about. Dr. Charles Driscoll explains how mercury’s invaded all parts of our lives, and the government’s erratic policies surrounding the element.Learn more: https://radiohealthjournal.org/mercury-pollution-invading-our-air-water-food/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 7, 2022 • 12min
Mind Over Matter: How Science is Utilizing the Placebo Effect
Though the placebo effect has been the downfall of much research, one scientist aims to change that. Dr. Emiliano Santarnecchi hopes to use it as a supplemental therapy to medicinal treatments. He discusses the potential applications, as well as the ethical dilemma behind this idea.Learn more: https://radiohealthjournal.org/mind-over-matter-how-science-is-utilizing-the-placebo-effect/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 7, 2022 • 3min
Medical Notes: August 7, 2022
In the future, robots may be brushing your teeth; Air pollution is taking years off of life expectancy; Can gardening help ease symptoms of anxiety and depression?; And finally…has zoom hindered creativity? Learn more: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-august-7-2022/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
