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.
Episodes
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May 22, 2022 • 3min
Medical Notes: Week of May 22, 2022
Smartwatches can now track your Covid symptoms. Guns are now the leading cause of death among adolescents. Magnetic needles may be the next evolution of surgery. And finally, a review of 8th grade math textbooks. Learn about all the headlines at radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-week-of-may-22-2022/
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May 15, 2022 • 17min
Should You Always Trust Your Mental Health Diagnosis?
Sarah Fay was misdiagnosed six times throughout her life. Starting at age 12, Fay has battled with inaccurate and inadequate diagnoses that unfortunately shaped how she viewed herself. Fay details her journey and extensive research into mental health diagnoses in her new book Pathological. Learn more at: https://radiohealthjournal.org/should-you-always-trust-your-mental-health-diagnosis/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 15, 2022 • 10min
What Can We Actually Learn From Animal Studies?
In research, scientists aim to create an environment that reflects humans as closely as possible. Many times, these models are found in mice. But how accurate are mice at showing what will happen in humans? Dr. Donna Arnett discusses what we should keep in mind when reading about mice studies. Learn more at: https://radiohealthjournal.org/what-can-we-actually-learn-from-animal-studies/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 15, 2022 • 3min
Medical Notes: Week of May 15, 2022
Microplastics found in human blood. A 25% increase in alcohol-related deaths in 2020 compared to 2019. And finally…the food you eat may be affecting your personality. Learn more at: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-week-of-may-15-2022/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 8, 2022 • 15min
Tetralogy of Fallot and the Incredible Story of a Life-Saving Surgery
Tetralogy of Fallot is a rare heart condition that usually requires at least one open-heart surgery. However, two new self-expanding valves give up to 80 percent of patients the option of a catheterization procedure instead of surgery. Dr. Jeff Zampi explains how important this advancement is for patients with TOF.Learn more at: https://radiohealthjournal.org/tetralogy-of-fallot-life-saving-surgery/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 8, 2022 • 12min
Can You Trust Your Online Pharmacy?
Experts estimate that only four percent of online pharmacies are legitimate. The rest are counterfeit operations that prey on customers by selling falsified medications. A scientist reveals a new technology that puts the power back into consumers’ hands. Learn more at: https://radiohealthjournal.org/can-you-trust-online-pharmacies/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 8, 2022 • 3min
Medical Notes: Week of May 8, 2022
Is your medication harming the health of your baby? Then, the number of drugs laced with Fentanyl has skyrocketed. And finally, our vocal habits change depending on who we’re talking to. Learn more at: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-week-of-may-8-2022/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 1, 2022 • 15min
When Does Grief Become A Disorder?
Everyone grieves differently, but some can become completely debilitated by their sorrow for years. The American Psychiatric Association recently recognized this type of grief as a diagnosis called Prolonged Grief Disorder. One doctor behind the decision talks about how this will help people find a way out of that cycle of grieving. Learn more at: https://radiohealthjournal.org/prolonged-grief-disorder/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 1, 2022 • 12min
The Mysterious Brain Disorder That’s Taken Over the NFL
Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy is a progressive brain disorder that can only be diagnosed after death. The condition is caused by repeated head trauma, but much of CTE is still a mystery. Dr. Michael Alosco discusses who he thinks is most at risk and the various obstacles researchers face while studying CTE. Learn more at: https://radiohealthjournal.org/cte-brain-disorder-taken-over-nfl/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 1, 2022 • 3min
Medical Notes: Week of May 1, 2022
Why are farmers losing money? A new optical device can detect the risk of cavities before they appear. And finally… gardens around the nation are full of blooming roses and peonies. But as we inhale the sweet aromas, what’s happening in our brain? Learn more at: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-week-of-may-1-2022/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
