

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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Jan 5, 2025 • 8min
The Mandela Effect: How Do We All Share The Same False Memories?
Have you ever looked at Mr. Monopoly and swore he used to have a monocle? Though you’d be wrong, you’re also not alone. Researchers have been studying this phenomenon of shared false memories across society. Our experts explain the leading research and what may be causing this collective experience. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/the-mandela-effect-how-do-we-all-share-the-same-false-memories
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Jan 5, 2025 • 11min
The Forever Child: A Controversial Practice That Halts Growth Of The Disabled
Growth attenuation therapy is a highly controversial practice that’s used on kids with profound disabilities to keep them small their whole lives. Parents say it makes caregiving easier, but disability advocates argue it’s an infringement on human rights. Our experts dissect both sides of the argument.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/the-forever-child-a-controversial-practice-that-halts-growth-of-the-disabled
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Jan 1, 2025 • 1min
Medical Notes: The Brain Differences In Men And Women, Memories Can Be Made In The Kidney, and Why Hockey Is Bad For Your Health
AI reveals a new understanding of the human brain. Memories aren’t only in your head. Hockey is bad for your health.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/the-brain-differences-in-men-and-women-memories-can-be-made-in-the-kidney-and-why-hockey-is-bad-for-your-health
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Dec 29, 2024 • 8min
Can We Protect Athletes Without Changing The NFL?
Many athletes are no strangers to hard hits. However, when getting hit becomes your main job – like in the NFL – the injuries add up and can cause severe head trauma. Dr. Michael Alosco discusses what causes CTE and the mysteries that still surround the disease.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/can-we-protect-athletes-without-changing-the-nfl
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Dec 29, 2024 • 12min
Protecting Your Pregnancy: Everything You Need To Know About Stillbirth
A stillbirth can happen in any pregnancy, but knowing the risk factors can help increase your chances of having a healthy birth. Our experts this week reveal what mothers should be doing to lower the risk of stillbirth and how to deal with the aftermath of losing a child.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/protecting-your-pregnancy-everything-you-need-to-know-about-stillbirth
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Dec 25, 2024 • 1min
Medical Notes: How To Starve Cancer, Hack Your Sleep, And Supercharge Your Cells
Cancer loves the sugar in our diets. Scientists may be able to supercharge our cells. Can you hack a good night’s sleep? Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-how-to-starve-cancer-hack-your-sleep-and-supercharge-your-cells
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Dec 22, 2024 • 9min
Don’t Trust The Drugs: The Dangerous Lack Of Diversity In Clinical Trials
Many medications today are tested mainly on white men – putting millions of patients at risk for unknown side-effects. Our expert discusses the dangers of homogenous clinical trials and the current efforts working to improve the science. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/dont-trust-the-drugs-the-dangerous-lack-of-diversity-in-clinical-trial
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Dec 22, 2024 • 11min
One Woman’s Fight To Expose The Genetic Disease That Made Her An Orphan
Casey Mulligan Walsh only found out she had a genetic disease after the death of both her parents and her brother. She now advocates for early cholesterol testing in children. The earlier it can be detected, the earlier it can be treated, and the more lives can be saved. Our experts discuss the disease and treatment options.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/one-womans-fight-to-expose-the-genetic-disease-that-made-her-an-orphan
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Dec 18, 2024 • 2min
Medical Notes: Why Pregnant Women Should Skip Lipstick, The Tie Between Diabetes And Dementia, And The Future Of Farming In The Dark
We may soon be farming in the dark. Will having diabetes affect your memory? Your favorite lipstick may be a risk to your pregnancy. What a fake immune system tells us about cancer.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-why-pregnant-women-should-skip-lipstick-the-tie-between-diabetes-and-dementia-and-the-future-of-farming-in-the-dark
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Dec 15, 2024 • 9min
Why Breast Cancer Survivors Are Getting Tattoos
People often think that surviving cancer is the happy ending. And while it’s definitely happy, it’s not the end. Many breast cancer survivors are left with significant scarring and body image issues. Our expert reveals how her specific tattoo skillset helps these women become happy in their own skin again.Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/why-breast-cancer-survivors-are-getting-tattoos
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