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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Aging With Your Home: Renovations To Make Your ...
As we age, certain aspects of our home, like stairs and loose rugs, can become major obstacles. And while renovations can seem intimidating and expensive, there are many simple changes that can make a huge difference. Extreme Makeover: Home...
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Medical Notes: January 01, 2023
What’s causing the surge in RSV cases? Then, green tea is great for energy, just not for your liver. And finally…can we trust large companies with the health of our planet? Learn More:
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Trying To Fix The Biased Lab Testing That’s Cos...
If left untreated, kidney disease can eventually lead to death -- which is why early testing is so important. However, the main test has historically had different threshold requirements based on race, which has led to lower diagnosing rates and...
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The Doctor That Can Actually Feel His Patients’...
Mirror-touch synesthesia is a sensory processing disorder where a person can feel the sensations of another. As you can imagine, this condition can be an asset for certain people, like Dr. Joel Salinas. He’s a neurologist who can diagnose patients...
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Medical Notes: December 25, 2022
Did you know taking certain drugs can reduce the effectiveness of other’s you’re on? Then, the pandemic had unsuspecting effects on children. Then, is our skin biopsy research outdated? And finally…anyone can learn to be creative. Though we tend...
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Home For The Holidays: Why ER Visits Spike Arou...
The holidays are full of traveling, seeing our family, and visits to the emergency room. Whether you live in snowy Colorado or sunny LA, accidents increase during winter. Experts discuss this phenomenon and share tips on how to safely make it through...
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Ending Overdose: Making The Antidote More Acces...
The National Safety Council reports that opioid overdoses have become the number one cause of death for people age 18 to 45. In an effort to save lives, Theo Krzywicki created the non-profit End Overdose. The organization informs and arms the public...
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Medical Notes: Week of December 18, 2022
In the age of technology, we may finally have ‘smart eyes.' Then, a new way to track cancerous tumors. And finally…an expert reveals how you can stay healthy this holiday season. Learn More:
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Medical Notes: Week of December 11, 2022
A new test could better detect autism in children. Then, can air particles cause a heart attack? Then, A new, non-pharmaceutical approach to treating type two diabetes. And finally…can grocery shopping actually predict longevity?
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Why Getting Stuck In A Crowd Is More Dangerous ...
The recent tragedy in South Korea during Halloween seemed to have come out of nowhere. However, crowd dynamic experts say it was actually the perfect storm for catastrophe. Crowd surges occur when too many people are packed into one p1:50lace and...
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Being Selfish Is Sometimes The Healthiest Option
We’re taught from a young age to always share and be kind, but Dr. Scott Kaufman thinks that’s not always the right thing to do. His new research looks at the idea of ‘healthy selfishness’ – taking care of yourself before focusing on helping...
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Chronic Heartburn Isn’t Normal -- It Can Cause ...
Acid reflux may seem like just an annoying condition, but when it becomes extreme, developing into GERD, it can create permanent damage. In fact, ignoring your acid reflux can lead to esophageal cancer. Dr. Samir Patel details how to properly treat...
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How ‘Long Covid’ Has Brought Attention to a Neg...
Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome has long been a condition surrounded by doubt in the medical community. How could someone be completely exhausted from doing a crossword puzzle? Dr. Lucinda Bateman, an ME/CFS expert, explains the...
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Medical Notes: Week of December 4, 2022
Scientists have found new information on the effects of pregnancy. Then, a key element in fighting cancer can be found in the forest. Then, a new paper in the journal, Endocrinology, is the first to show how men and women respond differently to...
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Medical Notes: Week of November 27, 2022
Air pollution may be killing more people than previously thought. Then, Science is giving us one more reason to drink wine. Then, Can air particles cause a heart attack? And finally… One of the first studies to research how COVID-19 affects older...
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Gut Feeling: The Trillions Of Bacteria In Charg...
Trillions of bacteria live in our gut, creating an intricate system called the ‘gut microbiome.’ Dr. Robynne Chutkan, a gastroenterologist, explains how this network is a crucial component to our immune system. She also offers step-by-step...
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“Love The Person, Hate Their Behavior” Supporti...
Addiction doesn’t just affect one person; it can tear entire families apart. But how can you convince a loved one to get help, and is there a way to support them without enabling the addiction? An expert discusses the steps families can take to...
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Antibiotics Part 2: We Are What We Eat
In this continuation of last week’s antibiotic segment, we explore the prevalence of drug use within animal agriculture. Two-thirds of the yearly antibiotic supply are consumed by this industry. What’s the impact to people who ultimately eat these...
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Has Healthcare Let Down The Men And Women Who S...
Suzanne Gordon’s new book “Our Veterans” explores the question: have we failed our service members? Though the VA Healthcare system is a great resource, too many veterans are unable to access it. Gordon exposes our society’s insufficient care...
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Medical Notes: Week of November 20, 2022
Will the war in Ukraine escalate global food insecurity? Then, overcrowding in emergency departments is becoming a risk to patient safety. Then, a new lighting design for motorcycles may save lives. And finally… the idea for a new medical glue was...
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Antibiotics: The Growing Health Crisis We’re No...
People around the world have heavily relied on antibiotics to fight off infections for decades. Unfortunately, this dependency has created a global resistance to some of the drugs, leading to the deaths of more than one million people in 2019. Dr....
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How To Overcome Your Mental Blocks To Reach Suc...
Mental toughness is usually a term reserved for athletes. However, Dr. Haley Perlus, an expert in performance psychology, explains why it’s so important for everyone to work on their mental fortitude. Perlus joins us this week to offer tips on how...
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Medical Notes: November 13, 2022
Researchers are betting on gel in the fight against cancer. Then, CBD may be entering a new market. Then, Apple may be expanding into the health world. And finally, two tricks to help boost your memory. Learn More:
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Have We Relied Too Much on Healthcare?
Hospitals are a foundational part of our health, but Dr. Michael Stein, a primary care physician, believes we may be depending too much on medicine. He explains the difference between healthcare and public health, arguing that we should pay more...
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How Ordinary People Became America’s First Para...
In 1966, Americans were more likely to die from a car crash than soldiers in the Vietnam War. Most people needing emergency assistance were carried to the hospital in the back of a police car. In his new book, Kevin Hazzard uncovers how our modern-day...
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