In Good Health
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.
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Hurricanes and Human Trafficking: Revealing the...
Experts are predicting at least five major storms this year, and communities need to be prepared to focus on more than just rebuilding.
9 min
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More Than Mental Illness: The Truth About Homel...
Dr. Deborah Padgett, a professor of social work, explains the real causes of homelessness and how many Americans are one crisis away from finding themselves in a similar situation.
10 min
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Medical Notes: Don’t Ice an Injury, the New Gel...
Should you use ice or heat on an injury? If you have breast cancer you may want to go vegan. Plus, will drinking alcohol ever be healthy?
1 min
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Child Hunger in America: Rising Rates and Promi...
Food insecurity in America is back on the rise after a decade of downward trends. Dr. Sara Bleich, a public health policy expert, reveals the top contributing factors and which communities are most at-risk.
9 min
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Voices of Black Women: Long-Term Cancer Researc...
Why do black women develop more aggressive cancers? That’s a question that a new, 30-year-long study is setting out to answer – among other disparity concerns.
10 min
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Medical Notes: Nightmares May Be Signaling A De...
Bad night of sleep? It could be signaling an autoimmune disease. Older women may want to consider a vegetarian diet. It’s recently been discovered that a small part of the population has no inner voice. Can magic mushrooms cure a stutter?
1 min
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Homeless Healthcare: Medical Respite For Patien...
Our experts explain why this care is needed and what’s next for the residents once they leave this temporary housing.
8 min
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Stillbirths Can Be Prevented – What Every Pregn...
Dr. Steve Rad, OB/GYN to the stars, explains the warning signs every mother and physician should know.
11 min
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Medical Notes: What You Should Know Before Quit...
What you need to know before quitting birth control. Protein is an essential nutrient, but are you eating too much of it? Why you should be juicing your produce. Plus, why are we always blinking?
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Scarring: “You Die From a Burn or You Live With...
Dr. Michael Longaker, a plastic surgeon, explains the purpose of scarring and new technology that could completely reverse the damage.
8 min
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The Modern Father: A History of Men and Babies
Dr. Sarah Hrdy, an anthropologist, reveals the biological evidence of involved fathers – even before humans existed – and the natural origins of fatherhood.
11 min
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Medical Notes: Why Kids Need Homework, the Immu...
Sorry kids, homework is here to stay. The best defense against disease may start with your teeth. Plus, is it safe to smoke weed while pregnant?
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Manifestation: The Scientific Path To Creating ...
Doty explains how to properly manifest in order to reach your fullest potential.
10 min
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Why Is Forced Sterilization Still Legal In Amer...
Our experts explain how this practice has been used throughout history and discuss the debate of outlawing forced sterilization.
10 min
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Medical Notes: Dangerous Heatwaves This Summer,...
Is intermittent fasting as beneficial as we think? Why older adults should take caution this summer. Better drug tests. Are parents too trusting of VR?
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Taboo Or Liquid Gold? Period Blood Is The Key T...
Dr. Sara Naseri has pioneered research on just how useful this fluid is at managing so many aspects of female health.
7 min
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Cancer Clinical Trials: The Harsh Reality Of Po...
Our experts explain how the system needs to be restructured to increase access and save lives.
11 min
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Medical Notes: Cold Plunge For Your Heart Healt...
We may be able to reverse antibiotic resistance. Is 2024 the year of natural disasters? New mothers should think twice before using cannabis. Do you need to take a cold shower?
1 min
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How Hypnosis Can Fix Your Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Dr. Megan Riehl explains the science behind gut hypnotherapy and who can benefit.
8 min
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“We Don’t Bleed Salt”: Exposing The Industry-Wi...
Dr. Sharra Vostral reveals how this testing method started and the repercussions it continues to have on modern products.
11 min
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Medical Notes: Curing Your Diabetes, The Cicada...
Why the coal industry needs a new transportation model. Can you cure your diabetes? The cicada invasion may be worse than expected.
1 min
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Sick And Desperate: How Gofundme Exposes Americ...
Our expert explains why crowdfunding isn’t filling the gap left by America’s broken healthcare system.
8 min
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Climate Change Will Cause Forced Migration – Ar...
Our experts discuss what the future will look like if we’re able to make the necessary changes – and if we’re not.
10 min
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Medical Notes: The Foolproof Way To Remember Na...
Should you be worried about measles? If you’re bad with names, we may have found the solution. How to increase diversity in stem programs.
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The Nursing Home Shortage Is Going To Leave Man...
Dr. Michael Barnett offers different solutions and advice on how to prepare for when it affects you.
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