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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Jul 31, 2022 • 15min
Stranger Than Fiction: Using Electronic Tattoos to Monitor Health
Scientists are bringing temporary tattoos into the medical realm using nanotechnology. Electronic tattoos are patches placed on a patient’s skin that will be able to both monitor and treat their specific condition. Dr. Aaron Franklin discusses how this technology will revolutionize patient care.Learn more at: https://radiohealthjournal.org/stranger-than-fiction-using-electronic-tattoos-to-monitor-health/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 31, 2022 • 11min
Why Beating Cancer Doesn’t Mean The Battle’s Over
Cancer treatments like radiation or chemotherapy elevate a patient’s risk of fatal heart disease, even decades after beating the cancer itself. Fortunately, a new medical discipline called cardio-oncology is working to reduce this heart damage in cancer patients. An expert explains how this new role fits into cancer care.Learn more at: https://radiohealthjournal.org/why-beating-cancer-doesnt-mean-the-battles-over/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 31, 2022 • 3min
Medical Notes: July 31, 2022
A new invention helps researchers study the body’s chemistry; A spray-on coating could eventually replace plastic wrap; How to stay cool while lowering your energy bill; And finally, women in science don’t always get credit for their work. Learn more: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-july-31-2022/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 24, 2022 • 15min
“It’s Like Losing a Body Part”: Why Alopecia is More Than Just Hair Loss
Alopecia is an autoimmune disease that can lead to a partial or complete loss of hair. While the condition appears to be purely cosmetic, we speak with one patient, Deirdre Nero, about how it can lead to a plethora of physical problems and can greatly affect daily life. Dr. Brett King, a dermatologist at Yale University, explains how one new FDA-approved treatment is the first systemic therapy for severe alopecia. Learn more at: https://radiohealthjournal.org/why-alopecia-is-more-than-just-hair-loss/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 24, 2022 • 11min
Ending The Epidemic: Life-Saving Treatment For HIV
For many years, an HIV diagnosis was thought to be a death sentence. Although this is no longer the case, many affected individuals still face barriers to receiving treatment. Dr. Timothy Harrison, a deputy director at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, explains the still-persistent social stigma and how government entities are increasing access to HIV care. Learn more at: https://radiohealthjournal.org/ending-the-epidemic-life-saving-treatment-for-hiv/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 24, 2022 • 3min
Medical Notes: July 24, 2022
A new questionnaire can determine the risk of car accidents in elderly drivers. Then, industrialization is bad for breast milk. Then, does spanking increase the likelihood of experiencing physical abuse? And finally, can scientists use plants to study psychiatric disorders? Learn more at: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-july-24-2022/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 17, 2022 • 15min
Forever Small: Muscle Dysmorphia’s Place In Bodybuilding Culture
Bodybuilding is a sport that requires athletes to constantly monitor their phisiques. This fixation can often develop into a subtype of body dysmorphic disorder called muscle dysmorphia. Dr. Roberto Olivardia explains how the condition fits into the culture of bodybuilding. Learn more at: https://radiohealthjournal.org/forever-small-muscle-dysmorphias-place-in-bodybuilding-culture/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 17, 2022 • 12min
Why Are Men Skipping Their Annual Checkups?
A recent survey by Orlando Health finds that many men overestimate how healthy they are, prompting one-third of them to skip their annual health screening. Dr. Thomas Kelley addresses common fears that keep men away from the doctor’s office, and why annual checkups are crucial to overall health management. Learn more about the guests and topics featured in the segment: https://radiohealthjournal.org/why-are-men-skipping-their-annual-checkups/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 17, 2022 • 3min
Medical Notes: July 17, 2022
Anti-inflammatory drugs may increase chances of developing chronic pain. BMC Infectious Diseases study finds immunity diminishes to 22% four months after Covid-19 vaccine. Aspirin may be able to disrupt spread of colorectal cancer. And finally, an edible QR code may be the solution to counterfeit alcohol. Learn more at: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-july-17-2022/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 10, 2022 • 16min
How Clickbait Headlines Gave False Hope to SIDS Families
Sudden infant death syndrome has baffled the scientific community for years. What causes the condition is still unknown, though media headlines for a recent SIDS study would make you think differently. Dr. Fern Hauck explains the confusion and where SIDS research stands today. Learn more about the guests and topics featured in the segment: https://radiohealthjournal.org/sudden-infant-death-syndrome-clickbait-headlines/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
