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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Have You Been Fooled By These Common Medical My...
Dr. James Hamblin explains how to tell if a persistent itch or bothersome joint pain has a simple fix or needs to be checked by a professional.
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Medical Notes: 'The dark side of avocado oil, a...
Should everyone be screened for kidney disease? Avocado oil may not be as healthy as you think. Do your eyes need to go to the gym? And more.
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The Psychological Trends of the Ever-Growing Gi...
Is the freedom of gig work worth the lack of regulation, protections, and benefits? We explore the perception and psychology of gig workers.
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Dealing With Loss This Father’s Day
Whether you lost your father recently or years ago, Father’s Day can be hard. Dr. Hafeez offers advice on how to use it for healing and growth.
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Medical Notes: June 18, 2023
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Why Doctors Should Have Creative Passions Outsi...
Hannah Boone entered medical school with a degree in music -- an educational path thought to create more involved and empathetic physicians.
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Medical Gaslighting: What To Do When Doctors St...
Author Karen DeBonis shares how she was forced to advocate for herself when doctors didn’t listen take her seriously.
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Medical Notes: June 11, 2023
This new brain discovery could save lives. Then, researchers estimate that at least half of this population is affected by hearing loss, but haven’t known what causes it. Then, scientists are getting up close and personal with our guts. And finally… watching the clock may be worsening your insomnia.
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Helping Patients Feel Like Kids Again: The Magi...
Learn how some of these hospitals go above and beyond to help our sick kids every day.
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Don’t Let an Injury Keep You From Playing the Game
Dr. Fotios Tjoumakaris has some tips to keep you healthy on and off the pickleball court.
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Medical Notes: June 4, 2023
Can Netflix help with childhood cancer treatment? Microplastics may be messing with sex hormones. Red-flag warning signs of cancer. Your child’s drink may be toxic.
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Adrenal Dysfunction May Be Causing Your Brain F...
Dr. Izabella Wentz, a thyroid expert, explains the lifestyle changes you can make to fix your hormone imbalance.
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Ozempic: A Look Into Hollywood’s Magic Weight L...
Dr. Disha Narang explains how these types of therapies need to be paired with long-term, strict daily routines in order to be effective.
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Medical Notes: May 28, 2023
When should you get a mammogram? Then, can science regrow missing limbs? Then, proper chewing may help people with type two diabetes. And finally…airplanes may be ruining your sleep.
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‘It’s Just Easier To Not Include Women’: The Ge...
Why don’t we have widespread information on puberty, the menstrual cycle, and menopause? Experts discuss the dangerous reality of gender bias in health care.
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Food Marketing to Children Part 2: How To Make ...
Last week we discussed how food marketers spend billions to get kids to eat unhealthy food. Today, we’re giving you some tips on how to add more nutritious options back into your family’s diet.
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Medical Notes: May 21, 2023
Mistletoe isn’t just for kissing under. Your thirties are more important than you think. Always forgetting to take your daily pills? And finally…we may finally have a vaccine for RSV.
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Medical Notes: May 14, 2023
A new treatment cured 100 percent of mice from brain cancer. Then, can science reverse a bad diet? Then, birth control is becoming gender neutral. And finally… protection against viruses may now be printable. Learn More:
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Has The Food Marketing Industry Contributed To ...
Childhood obesity is one of the most common chronic diseases for children in the US. Experts say that the marketing of ultra-processed foods to kids has grown exponentially in recent years – promoting unhealthy diets. These experts break down the...
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Honoring The Mothers Who Never Got To Meet Thei...
Miscarriage is the most common form of pregnancy loss – so why aren’t we talking about it? Dr. Jessica Zucker says this silence promotes a societal stigma of shame and isolation. This week, we open the conversation around miscarriage in an effort...
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How AI Is Thrusting Us Into The Future Of Medicine
From improving the patient experience to speeding up protein evolution, artificial intelligence is rocketing the field of medicine into the future. Our experts discuss the many different applications of AI and how we can expect to interact with the...
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Medical Notes: May 7, 2023
Having dementia doesn’t mean taking more medication. Then, Is it the size or shape of your heart that matters? Then, Speech therapy is going digital. And finally, do we need high-tech diapers? Learn More:
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What You Need To Know About Your Baby’s Flat Head
Flat head syndrome occurs when a baby’s head develops a long-lasting flat spot. However, Dr. Peter Taub, a professor of pediatrics, says the deformity isn’t a syndrome at all and doesn’t cause any neurologic symptoms. He explains what causes it...
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Rewiring Your Brain To Create Healthier Habits
Dr. Greg Hammer believes our health is a big piece of overall happiness. Unfortunately, it can be hard to break bad habits and be motivated to create healthier ones. Hammer offers tips and tools that can help us be more intentional with our health....
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Medical Notes: April 30, 2023
Cases of HIV may be on the rise. Then, why is multiple sclerosis under diagnosed in children? Then, Should fathers drink during a pregnancy? And finally… Protective gear in football is always evolving, but is the new padded cap making a difference?...
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