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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Presenteeism
Presenteeism is when people go to work at less than peak efficiency due to illness, injury or distraction. Experts discuss the huge cost to the economy, the chronic illnesses that exact the most cost, and the accommodations that could save businesses...
14 min
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Autism and Prodigies (2018 Update)
True prodigies are hard to find. Only one in every five to ten million people are labeled a prodigy. A diagnosis of autism, on the other hand, occurs once in every 88 people. Dr. Joanne Ruthsatz is an Assistant Professor of Psychology at The Ohio...
10 min
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Firefighters and PTSD
Firefighters have extremely high rates of PTSD, similar to combat soldiers, yet are very reluctant to seek help. Experts discuss reasons for this reluctance, results of it, and how new efforts at peer counseling may help ease the psychological strain....
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Medical Notes: Week of May 13, 2018
A new study shows arthritis may be caused by an imbalance of bacteria in the intestines, the impact of caffeine on Alzheimer's disease, and how an erratic schedule affects your weight
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Using Animals to Sniff Out Disease
Diseases apparently have distinctive odors that humans can't detect. Researchers are using dogs, mice, rats and other animals to literally sniff out cancer and other diseases in the laboratory. In the 3rd World, rats are used to diagnose TB. Experts...
15 min
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Processed Food Addiction
Researchers are discovering that for some people, eating processed foods produces some of the same brain effects as people addicted to alcohol or drugs. An expert discusses how dietary adjustment can end this addiction and its effects.
10 min
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Medical Notes: Week of May 6, 2018
Next year's flu vaccine, a link between calcium and colon polyps, and the risk of a potential chocolate shortage
1 min
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Medicare Tackles the Opioid Epidemic
New limits on Medicare prescriptions of opioids are controversial, as some doctors believe patients could suffer more pain. Others believe the limits will achieve a much needed brake on the temptation to overprescribe while allowing legitimate treatment.
15 min
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Curing Chronic Sinusitis
Many people confuse allergies, colds, and sinus infections. A physician specializing in these maladies describes the differences, and the new ways sinusitis can be treated.
9 min
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Medical Notes: Week of April 29, 2018
A study finds it's not true that vaccines overload children's immune system. Face-to-facet interaction at work is linked to happiness. Plus, maybe pasta really isn't that bad for you?
1 min
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Diagnosing Perinatal Depression
Perinatal depression is seldom brought up by a new mother, so healthcare providers must screen for it carefully. Experts discuss the balancing act.
15 min
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Foreign Accent Syndrome
People who suddenly speak with what sounds like a foreign accent often have a brain injury due to a stroke or other trauma. Experts discuss the syndrome and chances of recovery.
9 min
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Medical Notes: Week of April 22, 2018
Using pot to combat the opioid epidemic, therapy dogs in the ICU, and how losing your life savings could cost you your life.
1 min
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Adventures of a Paramedic
A former paramedic describes the "inside story" of the job, its dangers and rewards.
14 min
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The Mystery of Meniere's Disease
Experts discuss symptoms and treatments of Meniere's disease, an often misdiagnosed disorder producing loss of hearing and crippling vertigo.
10 min
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Medical Notes: Week of April 15, 2018
How cancer impacts the rest of a person's life, a new treatment for urinary tract infections, and the connection between lowering stress levels and your sweetheart's t-shirt.
1 min
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The Price Consequences of Doctor Consolidation
Hospitals and very large medical groups are buying up independent physician practices but studies show purchased practices cost more for patients.
15 min
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The Vaccine Race and Ethics
Millions of lives have been saved as a result of vaccines. But in the development of desperately needed vaccines, scientists cut corners in ways that wouldn’t be allowed today.
10 min
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Medical Notes: Week of April 8, 2018
Is vaping safe, the danger in judging a person's health by their weight, and how much money buys happiness.
1 min
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Sexually Abusive Doctors
The Dr. Larry Nasser case publicized doctors who sexually abuse patients. However, the extent of these assaults is unknown, as few doctors are ever punished and their misdeeds are never known.
15 min
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Teaching Doctors To Listen
Experts discuss how to help doctors better listen to their patients when diagnosing their illness in order to improve care plans and decrease healthcare costs.
10 min
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Medical Notes: Week of April 1, 2018
How PFCs affect weight gain, women are more likely to bully other women, and what is more important for longevity exercise or the occasional drink?
1 min
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Stem Cells and COPD
Lung diseases such as COPD are difficult to treat but a new method taking a patient’s own stem cells is showing success.
9 min
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Hospitals and Housing
Experts discuss their “housing first” approach and how it is helping to reduce healthcare costs for the homeless population.
16 min
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Medical Notes: Week of March 25, 2018
A new treatment for Gulf War Illness, eating disorders in lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth, and a link between nose jobs and selfies.
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