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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Apr 3, 2022 • 11min
A Look at the New, Non-invasive Treatment for Essential Tremor
Essential Tremor has always been treated by medication that’s not guaranteed to work, or brain surgery. A doctor explains the new, non-invasive treatment that can help those suffering with ET.Learn more at: https://radiohealthjournal.org/non-invasive-treatment-for-essential-tremor/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 3, 2022 • 3min
Medical Notes: Week of April 3, 2022
New research shows that more than 99% of commonly used chemicals aren’t sustainable. Then, researchers have identified unique differences between autism symptoms in boys versus girls. And finally, how paper airplanes are inspiring new types of flying robots. Learn more at: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-week-of-april-3-2022/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 27, 2022 • 16min
Who’s Responsible For a Mass Shooting?
Even as many students switched to virtual learning, school shootings didn’t stop. One recent school shooter used his parents’ gun, and now they are facing charges for their role in the incident. Experts discuss how the accountability of mass shootings doesn’t always just fall on the shooter.Learn more at: https://radiohealthjournal.org/parents-charged-in-school-shooting/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 27, 2022 • 11min
The Problem With a New Road Phenomenon Called ‘Super Speeding’
Less congested roads during the pandemic gave room for drivers to increase their speed, creating a whole new type of driving called ‘super speeding’. The issue is that there’s also been the largest number of car crash deaths since 2006. Experts talk about the dangers of speeding and how we can slow drivers down.Learn more at: https://radiohealthjournal.org/super-speeding/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 27, 2022 • 3min
Medical Notes: Week of March 27, 2022
AI outperforms expert humans in brain surgery instruction. A new study finds brain measurements in children with ADHD not that much different than peers. And finally, the right education could decrease teen birth rates. Learn more at: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-week-of-march-27-2022/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 20, 2022 • 14min
A Look at the Blood Diamonds Helping Fund Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine
Russia produces one-third of the world’s rough diamonds. The Russian government owns 33% of Alrosa, a Russian company that owns 90% of Russia’s diamonds. An expert discusses how a global embargo of Russian diamonds would send a strong economic message to its leaders.Learn more at: radiohealthjournal.org/blood-diamonds-funding-russias-invasion-of-ukraine/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 20, 2022 • 13min
Why ASPD is Still a Mystery: The Disorder Formerly Known as Sociopathy
ASPD is a disorder where those affected don’t feel empathy. Many serial killers and rapists have ASPD, so why haven’t we been looking for a cure? An expert talks about the challenges facing ASPD research.Learn more at: radiohealthjournal.org/antisocial-personality-disorder/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 19, 2022 • 3min
Medical Notes: Week of March 20, 2022
Climate change is causing more harm than we can keep up with, according to the IPCC's Sixth Assessment Report. Then, wastewater can help predict future Covid-19 outbreaks in communities. And finally, where are you looking during zoom meetings? Learn more at: radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-week-of-march-20-2022/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 13, 2022 • 16min
How Fitness Apps Contribute to Eating Disorders
Fitness apps can be helpful, but for some people, obsessive meal tracking helped them develop an eating disorder. Experts talk about the slippery slope of the fitness industry, and discuss proper recovery methods.Learn more at radiohealthjournal.org/fitness-apps-eating-disorders/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 13, 2022 • 11min
Why You Should Flush Your Goldfish Down the Toilet
Spring is a popular time for fish owners to get rid of their goldfish. Most people think that letting them loose in a pond is the best option, but you may want to rethink that. Experts discuss why goldfish should be flushed down the toilet instead of thrown into a neighborhood pond.Learn more at radiohealthjournal.org/why-you-should-flush-your-goldfish-down-the-toilet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
