Radio Health Journal
Each week, 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 radiohealthjournal.org. Also, check out the latest on Facebook and Instagram @radiohealthjournal and on X @RadioHealthJrnl.
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The New Guidelines That’ve Completely Changed C...
Our expert explains the new protocols and answers the age-old question: is it dangerous to sleep with a concussion?
10 min
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Children Are The Future, So Why Is Childcare Br...
Our expert breaks down where the issues stem from and how we can recover before it’s too late.
12 min
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Medical Notes: Opioid-Alternative For Nerve Pai...
Treating pain without opioids. Is it hot in here? The heat index estimates how hot the weather feels, which can differ from the actual temperature. Robots have taken over the operating room. You can’t trust your FitBit for accurate sleep measurements.
2 min
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The Allergy Epidemic: Protecting Your Kids From...
Dr. Ruchi Gupta, a pediatrician, offers up-to-date information on how to safely introduce new foods to young children – and the early warning signs of potential food allergies.
10 min
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From Detection To Remission: The Complete Guide...
Michelle Rapkin shares practical information while giving readers the confidence to be their own best advocate.
12 min
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Medical Notes: Overcoming Your Fear Of The Dent...
Are you over-Food allergies are on the rise? Are you scared of the dentist? A new link to Alzheimer's disease. Are teenagers too busy?
2 min
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Trouble Sleeping? We Have The Answers
Dr. Devon Smith, an insomnia specialist, debunks various sleep aid myths and reveals the habits that will truly help get your sleep back on track.
11 min
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Catching A Silent Killer: The Symptomless-Cance...
Our experts explain how to catch this silent killer early enough to cure it.
11 min
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Medical Notes: Staying Safe During The Solar Ec...
Are you over-medicated? Reading may be the secret to success. If you’re pregnant, you may want to add more salt to your diet. The solar eclipse is almost here!
1 min
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Should We Embrace Dementia?
Dr. Tia Powell details how to invest in your future by learning certain skills and activities that you can do at any age and in many capacities.
10 min
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The Suicide Stigma: Stories From Parents, Exper...
Our experts discuss the different perspectives of suicide and the stigmas that follow them.
13 min
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Medical Notes: Reversing Blindness, How Bulls A...
The gift of sight… Should kids wear headphones? What do humans and bulls have in common? Improving the future of plant-based foods.
1 min
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Ketamine Regulations -- “We Don’t Want To Repro...
Our expert shares the history of ketamine and how he believes it should be regulated to lessen the risk of addiction.
10 min
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Cancer Drug Shortage: Deciding Who Lives And Wh...
Our experts explain the effects of this ongoing shortage and how we can make sure it doesn’t happen again.
13 min
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Medical Notes: Birth Control Can Worsen Your In...
Is the sugar-free option always better? Some women may need to take a break from oral birth control. Are 10 thousand steps a day the mark of health?
1 min
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Public Health And Politics: A Look At The Mista...
Science has long been an influence of public policy, but some argue that public health organizations became too visible during the pandemic.
10 min
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Pain Is Not Womanhood: Earlier Diagnosing For E...
Dr. Jodie Avery, an epidemiologist, explains why America’s current process isn’t aiding women with this disorder.
12 min
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Medical Notes: Diagnosing Cancer On The Go, Bra...
Why do autoimmune diseases affect more women than men? Diagnosing on the go…Researchers have created a hand-held device that can detect breast cancer. Are speech disorders all in your head? The scientific way to feel less stressed.
2 min
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Knocking On Death’s Door: The At-Home Medical D...
Mark Opauszky discusses how his new phone application, Stethophone, can help patients be an active part of their own care team and stay on top of their health.
10 min
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“This Is Medieval” – The 24-Year-Old Who’s Rein...
Casey Qadir explains the advantages of this new device and her experience as a female entrepreneur in a male-dominated space.
13 min
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Medical Notes: How Social Media Is Giving You I...
Are all stroke victims treated equally? Glasses are getting an upgrade. Is the internet causing your inflammation?
1 min
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Got Foot Problems? It May Be A Rare Blood Cancer
Dr. Brandi Reeves, a hematologist, explains the subtle warning signs and reveals treatment options that can help slow the disease progression.
9 min
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Cultural Competence: Addressing Racial Disparit...
Our guests discuss sectors of healthcare and disease where racial disparities continue to block minority populations from quality care.
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Medical Notes: How Viagra Can Help Newborns, A ...
Viagra is having a rebrand in the medical community. All sleep is good sleep…or is it? Are you stressed out? There may soon be a pill for that.
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The Female Geniuses Throughout History You Need...
In honor of Women’s History Month this March, our expert tells the stories of a few female geniuses whose accomplishments deserve greater recognition.
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