

In Good Health
Elizabeth Westfield, Greg Johnson, Maayan Voss de Bettancourt | AURN
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.
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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Mar 21, 2026 • 9min
Will Hypnosis Fix Your Gut Issues?
Will Hypnosis Fix Your Gut Issues?
The gut-brain connection is very real – and could be the reason behind your stomach issues. When your irritable bowel syndrome is caused by mental stress, medication may not be the best treatment option. Our expert explains how hypnotherapy can help patients heal that mental connection and eliminate symptoms.
Guest: Dr. Megan Riehl, GI psychologist, author, Mind Your Gut
Host: Greg Johnson
Producers: Kristen Farrah
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Mar 21, 2026 • 10min
Death Doula: A Guide For Transitioning Into The Afterlife
Death Doula: A Guide For Transitioning Into The Afterlife
Death is never an easy topic to talk about. To help manage this difficult transition, many are turning to death doulas. They provide compassionate guidance for the dying, like how birth doulas support new mothers. Our experts this week discuss how to foster curiosity rather than fear, navigate the art of a peaceful end, and find meaning in the time that’s left.
Guests:
Darnell Lamont Walker, death doula, author, Never Can Say Goodbye
Barbara Hansen, mother
David Hansen, brother
Host: Elizabeth Westfield
Producer: Polly Hansen
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Mar 15, 2026 • 24min
Your Guide To Living With ADHD: Managing Daily Life, Healthcare, And Intimacy | From Doctor To Patient: Lessons In Self-Advocacy From A Physician
Your Guide To Living With Adhd: Managing Daily Life, Healthcare, And Intimacy
Living with ADHD often means struggling with essential executive functions like focus and organization. Because symptoms manifest differently in each person, many people lack the specific systems and structures needed to manage their unique challenges. Our guest offers advice on various coping strategies and what to do when those structures fail.
Guest: Cate Osborn, online mental health advocate, co-author, The ADHD Field Guide for Adults
Host: Elizabeth Westfield
Producer: Kristen Farrah.
From Doctor To Patient: Lessons In Self-Advocacy From A Physician
Dr. Sylvia Owusu-Ansah’s life took a turn when a routine medical screening became anything but. Despite her professional expertise, she still had to navigate the frightening transition from provider to patient. Owusu-Ansah explains how she’s using her story to show others how to self-advocate when navigating the healthcare system.
Guest: Dr. Sylvia Owusu-Ansah, pediatric emergency medicine physician, assistant professor of pediatrics and emergency medicine, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, cancer patient
Host: Greg Johnson
Producers: Kristen Farrah
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Mar 14, 2026 • 2min
Medical Notes: A New Low-Calorie Sugar, The Neurological Differences Of Autism, And How To Tell If Your Cancer Treatment Is Working
Medical Notes: A New Low-Calorie Sugar, The Neurological Differences Of Autism, And How To Tell If Your Cancer Treatment Is Working
Are autistic brains structurally different? Is ‘keto’ the key to a more resilient brain? A test that can speed up decision-making in cancer treatment. Good news for sugar addicts!
Host: Maayan Voss de Bettancourt
Producer: Kristen Farrah
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Mar 14, 2026 • 10min
From Doctor To Patient: Lessons In Self-Advocacy From A Physician
From Doctor To Patient: Lessons In Self-Advocacy From A Physician
Dr. Sylvia Owusu-Ansah’s life took a turn when a routine medical screening became anything but. Despite her professional expertise, she still had to navigate the frightening transition from provider to patient. Owusu-Ansah explains how she’s using her story to show others how to self-advocate when navigating the healthcare system.
Guest: Dr. Sylvia Owusu-Ansah, pediatric emergency medicine physician, assistant professor of pediatrics and emergency medicine, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, cancer patient
Host: Greg Johnson
Producers: Kristen Farrah
Links for information:Owusu-Ansah profileOwusu-Ansah InstagramOwusu-Ansah Website
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Mar 14, 2026 • 11min
Your Guide To Living With ADHD: Managing Daily Life, Healthcare, And Intimacy
Your Guide To Living With Adhd: Managing Daily Life, Healthcare, And Intimacy
Living with ADHD often means struggling with essential executive functions like focus and organization. Because symptoms manifest differently in each person, many people lack the specific systems and structures needed to manage their unique challenges. Our guest offers advice on various coping strategies and what to do when those structures fail.
Guest: Cate Osborn, online mental health advocate, co-author, The ADHD Field Guide for Adults
Host: Elizabeth Westfield
Producer: Kristen Farrah
Links for information: Osborn InstagramOsborn WebsiteADHD Book
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Mar 8, 2026 • 26min
The ‘CHATGPT’ Of Oncology: How AI Is Bridging The Gap In Cancer Care | The Patient Playbook: Navigating Billing Systems And Reducing Medical Debt
The ‘CHATGPT’ Of Oncology: How AI Is Bridging The Gap In Cancer Care
A person’s life expectancy should never be determined by their zip code, yet access to top-tier cancer centers remains a major factor in survival rates. To bridge this gap, a new AI-driven platform is providing patients with expert breakdowns of their specific diagnosis. Our experts this week discuss how this new tool is ensuring all patients have access to the most effective and up-to-date care strategies available.
Guests:
Simone Jensen, founder & CEO, Radical Health
Elisabeth Drabkin, board member, Radical Health’s Patient Advisory Board
Host: Elizabeth Westfield
Producer: Kristen Farrah
The Patient Playbook: Navigating Billing Systems And Reducing Medical Debt
Do you know that you should never pay a medical bill as soon as you receive it? This is just one of many common mistakes patients make that’s losing them a lot of money. Our expert this week breaks down how to take control of your financial health and get rid of unnecessary medical debt.
Guests: Caitlin Donovan, senior director, Patient Advocate Foundation
Host: Greg Johnson
Producers: Kristen Farrah
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Mar 7, 2026 • 2min
Medical Notes: How To Lower Your Dementia Risk, Fighting Dehydration With Fitness, And Is Your Environment Killing You?
Medical Notes: How To Lower Your Dementia Risk, Fighting Dehydration With Fitness, And Is Your Environment Killing You?
Good news! Your genes don’t have the final say when it comes to your brain health. Too much of a popular supplement could be setting the stage for unexpected birth defects. Where you live, might be as important to your health as your DNA. The secret to overcoming dehydration might be your fitness level.
Host: Maayan Voss de Bettancourt
Producer: Kristen Farrah
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Mar 7, 2026 • 10min
The Patient Playbook: Navigating Billing Systems And Reducing Medical Debt
The Patient Playbook: Navigating Billing Systems And Reducing Medical Debt
Do you know that you should never pay a medical bill as soon as you receive it? This is just one of many common mistakes patients make that’s losing them a lot of money. Our expert this week breaks down how to take control of your financial health and get rid of unnecessary medical debt.
Guests: Caitlin Donovan, senior director, Patient Advocate Foundation
Host: Greg Johnson
Producers: Kristen Farrah
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Mar 7, 2026 • 12min
The ‘CHATGPT’ Of Oncology: How AI Is Bridging The Gap In Cancer Care
The ‘CHATGPT’ Of Oncology: How AI Is Bridging The Gap In Cancer Care
A person’s life expectancy should never be determined by their zip code, yet access to top-tier cancer centers remains a major factor in survival rates. To bridge this gap, a new AI-driven platform is providing patients with expert breakdowns of their specific diagnosis. Our experts this week discuss how this new tool is ensuring all patients have access to the most effective and up-to-date care strategies available.
Guest: Simone Jensen, founder & CEO, Radical Health; Elisabeth Drabkin, board member, Radical Health’s Patient Advisory Board
Host: Elizabeth Westfield
Producer: Kristen Farrah
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