The 2 Minute Medicine® Podcast

In this episode, we begin with a discussion about a recent surge in human metapneumovirus cases in China. Then we take a closer look at the United States Surgeon General’s new recommendations on alcohol intake. After that, we examine recent developments in the avian flu outbreak. Finally, we discuss how strenuous exercise can be detrimental to women’s health. We are excited to share that the 2nd edition of our Classics in Medicine book is available in stores and on Amazon! Buy your copy today at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/2zZnJt9

In the first half of this episode we cover our article of the week which comes from  the New England Journal of Medicine and is entitled “Invasive Treatment Strategy for Older Patients with Myocardial Infarction.“ In the second half, we start with a discussion about Jamie Foxx’s hemorrhagic stroke that led to his 2023 hospitalization. Then we take a closer look at how paracetamol might have a more serious side-effect profile than previously believed. After that, we examine the battle between the FDA and vaping in the Supreme Court. Finally, we discuss the coffee and tea’s protective effects against head and neck cancer.

In this episode, we begin with a discussion about Ozempic’s potential in treating alcohol use disorder. Then we take a closer look at how President-Elect Trump's next term might affect healthcare.. After that, we examine a new therapy for slowing Alzheimer’s disease. Finally, we discuss the resurgence of the avian flu.

In the first half of this episode, we cover our article of the week which comes from the New England Journal of Medicine and is entitled “Twice-Yearly Lenacapavir or Daily F/TAF for HIV Prevention in Cisgender Women”. In the second half, we begin with a discussion about a new gene therapy to treat sickle cell disease. Then we take a closer look at how lupus can affect motherhood. After that, we examine the short and long-term effects of hurricanes on health. Finally, we discuss Rafael Nadal’s recent retirement and the consequences of sports injuries.

Description In the first half of this episode, we cover our article of the week which comes from the New England Journal of Medicine and is entitled “Liberal or Restrictive Transfusion Strategy in Patients with Traumatic Brain Injury”. In the second half, we begin with a discussion about using viruses to kill bacteria. Then we take a closer at reductions in rates of teenage vaping across the US. After that, we examine the recent FDA approval of AirPods as hearing aids. Finally, we discuss Brian May’s recent stroke, and how to identify the signs of strokes.

In this episode we begin by discussing our article of the week which comes from the New England Journal of Medicine and is entitled “The annual cost of cancer screening in the United States.” In the second half, we begin with a discussion about COVID-19, asthma, and exercise. Then we take a closer look at new treatments for life-threatening allergic reactions. After that, we examine the recent FDA rejection of MDMA for patients with PTSD. Finally, we discuss POTS, and how some individuals have overcome their diagnosis to achieve greatness.We are excited to share that the highly anticipated 2nd edition of our Classics in Medicine book is now available in stores and on Amazon! Buy your copy today at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/2zZnJt9

In this episode we begin by discussing our article of the weekwhich  comes from the New England Journal of Medicine and is entitled “Stress Ulcer Prophylaxis during Invasive Mechanical Ventilation”. In the second half, we begin with a discussion about recent blood tests showing promising responses. Then we take a look at a recent study that investigated a new preventative treatment for HIV. After that, we discuss skin cancer and a recent diagnosis. Finally, we discuss some of the recent aspects affecting the health of athletes at the Olympic Games. We are excited to share that the highly anticipated 2nd edition of our Classics in Medicine book is now available in stores and on Amazon! Buy your copy today at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/2zZnJt9

We begin with a discussion about our article of the week from JAMA network open entitled "Multivitamin Use and Mortality Risk in 3 Prospective US Cohorts". In the second half of the episode, we begin with Kate Middleton's appearance during chemotherapy treatment. Next, we explore the increasing popularity of whole-body MRI scans for early disease detection. Following that, we examine the spread of new COVID-19 strains in the US. Lastly, we discuss the implications of human exposure to microplastics and strategies to minimize this exposure.

The podcast covers a new anti-CD38 antibody for immune thrombocytopenia, intestinal transplants, bird flu impacts on humans and animals, injuries in the USA Olympic trials, athletes' recovery from injuries, and risks of artificial sweeteners.

In the first half of this episode we cover our article of the week which comes from The Lancet and is entitled “Efficacy and safety of bimekizumab in patients with moderate-to-severe hidradenitis suppurativa (BE HEARD I and BE HEARD II): two 48-week, randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled, multicentre phase 3 trials“.  In the second half, we start with covering news including how the ruling that Florida's ban on gender-affirming care was deemed to be unconstitutional. Then we cover Porzingis’s rare tendon injury at the time of the NBA finals. After that, we take a look at the new AI-based model developed to predict Parkinson’s disease years before the onset of motor symptoms. Finally, we go over the implications of increased screen time on children's language development.