Radio Health Journal
Each week, 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 radiohealthjournal.org. Also, check out the latest on Facebook and Instagram @radiohealthjournal and on X @RadioHealthJrnl.
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Brace Face: Author Who Was Bullied For Her Over...
Christina Wyman offers guidance on how parents can successfully support their kids through these tough times.
9 min
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Should Busy Cities Start Banning Left-Hand Turns?
Experts dive into these road rules and offer solutions to simplify your daily errands.
13 min
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Medical Notes: One Pill Could Replace Your Dail...
Have we found an alternative to injecting medicine? Your hometown influences what you consume. We may soon be able to simplify our daily workout.
1 min
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How To Protect Your Home From Toxic Mold And Ba...
Our experts explain how to properly clean your space and give easy steps you can take to keep your family safe.
9 min
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Dopamine And Parkinson’s: Challenging Over 100 ...
Our experts dive into the research and explain how this affects the future of Parkinson’s treatment.
14 min
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Medical Notes: Rodents May Be The Key To Immort...
A new hope for patients with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. Do rodents have the key to immortality? Buying a dog could be great for your health.
1 min
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Do It Scared: How To Become A More Resilient Pe...
Dr. Dennis Charney breaks down what common characteristics resilient people share and how you can overcome hardships in your own life.
9 min
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Curing Cancer With Vaccines Of The Future
An expert explains the science behind how we may soon be able to cure cancer.
14 min
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Medical Notes: Kids Using Weight Loss Drugs, Ad...
Covid-19 may have left babies vulnerable to disease. Should kids use weight loss drugs? It may be time to start eating insects. Stop putting bananas in your smoothies.
2 min
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How The mRNA Vaccine Has Revolutionized Infecti...
Dr. William Schaffner, an infectious disease expert, breaks down the revolutionary technology and why we should feel safe going into this winter season.
9 min
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What Crime Shows Won’t Tell You About How To Sp...
Our experts explain the psychology behind why people lie and how you can avoid being duped.
13 min
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Medical Notes: Why You Should Keep A Dream Jour...
Why You Should Keep A Dream Journal, How Music Moves Our Cells, And How Fashion Is Helping The Visually Impaired
1 min
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What To Do When Animals Invade Our Habitat
Mary Roach, a science author, dives into the reasons behind this steady rise of wildlife lawbreakers.
8 min
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Rheumatoid Arthritis: Living With An Invisible ...
Our experts explain the importance of community support and how to cope with an inflammatory arthritis diagnosis.
15 min
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Medical Notes: Air Quality Linked To Dementia, ...
Poor air quality is bad for your lungs, but what about your brain? Does playing football lead to Parkinson's disease? Think twice before buying blue light glasses.
1 min
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How To Get A Step Ahead Of Your Foot Health
Dr. Marlene Reid, a podiatric surgeon, explains proper foot care and how to mitigate any pain flare-ups.
10 min
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“Own Your Choices”: Getting Healthy Without Med...
Our experts explain some of the lifestyle changes we can make to decrease our dependence on medication.
13 min
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Medical Notes: Suicide Rates Are at an All-Time...
Suicides are at an all-time high. Should you be worried about a new Covid strain? Plus, should your baby be listening to smooth jazz?
1 min
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Kitchen Chemistry: The Facts (And Myths) Of Die...
Dr. Emily Lantz, a professor of nutrition, breaks down how our body uses protein, how much protein we need in a day, and who needs extra supplementation.
10 min
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Why Fertility Preservation Is Crucial For Cance...
An expert explains what the process looks like for both genders and why we need to increase access to fertility clinics.
13 min
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Medical Notes: Inadequate Addiction Treatment, ...
Why aren’t people getting the addiction treatment they need? Can eating disorders be caused by your genes? Your cells are talking to each other. You’ve heard birds sing, but what about mosquitoes?
2 min
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How To Protect Yourself From Air Pollution
Dr. Nikki Bars McCullough, a respiratory expert, gives advice on how to stay safe even when inside your home.
10 min
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How Will The Affirmative Action Ban Affect Heal...
Our experts break down how this will affect medical school enrollment, as well as the healthcare career opportunities for minority populations.
13 min
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Medical Notes: Toxic Breastmilk, New Covid Anti...
Medical Notes: Toxic Breastmilk, New Covid Antibodies, and Cellular Tattoos
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The ‘Perfect Pregnancy’ Doesn’t Exist: Childbi...
Dr. Lara Freidenfelds explains how our mindset has changed over time and the repercussions that follow.
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