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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Medical Notes: Week of December 15, 2019
A look at the top medical headlines for the week of December 15, 2019
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Workplace Bullies
Some bullies never grow up, and just keep on bullying
17 min
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Older Dads, Younger Kids
The average age when men first become fathers has risen to 31, and more men are also becoming dads in their 40’s and 50’s
13 min
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Medical Notes: Week of December 8, 2019
A look at the top medical headlines for the week of December 8, 2019
1 min
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The Sleep Deprivation Of Local Police
Studies show that law enforcement is the most sleep deprived of all professions
18 min
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Medical Notes: Week of December 1, 2019
A look at the top medical headlines for the week of December 1, 2019
1 min
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Pet Food: What Shouldn’t Your Dog Or Cat Eat?
An expert pet nutritionist and veterinarian discusses what pets should and shouldn’t eat to be healthy
12 min
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Homelessness Myths
noted researcher discusses myths and truths about their addictions, employment, residences, and more, and why people often become homeless
16 min
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Preserving Beauty Through Cancer
A noted beauty expert discusses best ways to deal with the impacts of cancer treatment
13 min
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Medical Notes: Week of November 24, 2019
A look at the top medical headlines for the week of November 24, 2019
2 min
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The Risks of Egg Donation
Some agencies estimate that 50,000 children have been born in the US using donor eggs. But egg donation (or sale, as some insist) is not regulated, and while short term risks are known, few donors have been followed for years. Long term risks are not...
17 min
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The Changing Face Of HIV
One of the nation’s top HIV experts discusses HIV as a treatable, chronic illness and the need to still be vigilant
14 min
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Medical Notes: Week of November 17, 2019
A look at the top medical headlines for the week of November 17, 2019
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Suicide Survivors
Experts—one a suicide survivor herself—discuss the difficulties and ways survivors can cope
19 min
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Fertility Rate Decline And The Aging Population
Birth rates in the US are at an all time low, and fertility for all age groups under age 30 is dropping
11 min
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Medical Notes: Week of November 10, 2019
A look at the top medical headlines for the week of November 10, 2019
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Mass Violence: How Much Is Mental Illness To Bl...
Mass shootings and other forms of mass violence are on the increase. Where to assess blame is in sharp dispute. A new report from a blue ribbon panel of behavioral scientists has found that mental illnesses carry some of the blame, but mental...
17 min
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Medical Notes: Week of November 3, 2019
A look at the top medical headlines for the week of November 3, 2019, including: A study showing a growing number of young adults have substance use disorders. Then, a specific diet could help alleviate crushing fatigue for people with multiple...
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“Mind Control,” Psychedelics, And The CIA
An author discusses his investigation into CIA mind control efforts in the 1950’s and 60’s through the use of psychedelic drugs, which unwittingly led to an explosion of the drugs’ use
13 min
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Climate Change = Less Nutritious Foods
Rising levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere are making crops grow bigger & faster. However, researchers have found that these crops contain significantly lower levels of protein, iron, zinc, and other important nutrients, potentially...
17 min
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Paid Parental Leave
The US is one of the few world nations that provides no paid job leave for either new moms or dads. A new study shows that paid leave has benefits in infant mortality as well as mother’s health. An expert and advocate for paid leave discusses the...
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Medical Notes: Week of October 27, 2019
A look at the top medical headlines for the week of October 27, 2019 including a study that finds that cutting back on red meat and processed meat in the diet has little impact on health. Then, a study finds that a urine test for a genetic biomarker...
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The Psychology Of Gig Workers
Gig work is becoming more and more a part of the American economy. It takes a certain temperament for a worker to thrive on the freedom gig work offers without being paralyzed by the lack of security.
18 min
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Caring For Strangers
Emergency room physicians have to make sense of and care for complete strangers every day. A recently retired ER doctor looks back at lessons he’s learned that are applicable to everyone’s life.
12 min
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Medical Notes: Week of October 20, 2019
A look at the top medical headlines for the week of October 20, 2019 including A new study shows that americans’ diets are getting better… But only by a little. Then, If someone gets a new diagnosis of hearing loss… getting a hearing aid will...
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