

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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Jul 17, 2022 • 13min
Forever Small: Muscle Dysmorphia’s Place In Bodybuilding Culture
Bodybuilding is a sport that requires athletes to constantly monitor their phisiques. This fixation can often develop into a subtype of body dysmorphic disorder called muscle dysmorphia. Dr. Roberto Olivardia explains how the condition fits into the culture of bodybuilding. Learn more at: https://radiohealthjournal.org/forever-small-muscle-dysmorphias-place-in-bodybuilding-culture/
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Jul 17, 2022 • 10min
Why Are Men Skipping Their Annual Checkups?
A recent survey by Orlando Health finds that many men overestimate how healthy they are, prompting one-third of them to skip their annual health screening. Dr. Thomas Kelley addresses common fears that keep men away from the doctor’s office, and why annual checkups are crucial to overall health management. Learn more about the guests and topics featured in the segment: https://radiohealthjournal.org/why-are-men-skipping-their-annual-checkups/
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Jul 17, 2022 • 2min
Medical Notes: July 17, 2022
Anti-inflammatory drugs may increase chances of developing chronic pain. BMC Infectious Diseases study finds immunity diminishes to 22% four months after Covid-19 vaccine. Aspirin may be able to disrupt spread of colorectal cancer. And finally, an edible QR code may be the solution to counterfeit alcohol. Learn more at: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-july-17-2022/
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Jul 10, 2022 • 15min
How Clickbait Headlines Gave False Hope to SIDS Families
Sudden infant death syndrome has baffled the scientific community for years. What causes the condition is still unknown, though media headlines for a recent SIDS study would make you think differently. Dr. Fern Hauck explains the confusion and where SIDS research stands today. Learn more about the guests and topics featured in the segment: https://radiohealthjournal.org/sudden-infant-death-syndrome-clickbait-headlines/
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Jul 10, 2022 • 9min
How Has Covid-19 Shaped the Public Response to Monkeypox?
An outbreak of monkeypox, a viral disease, has popped up in numerous countries around the world. Public health agencies have issued safety recommendations, but with growing mistrust in these institutions, will anyone heed the advice? An expert discusses how the pandemic helped foster this rocky relationship. Learn more about the guests and topics featured in the segment: https://radiohealthjournal.org/covid-19-shaping-public-monkeypox-response/
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Jul 10, 2022 • 1min
Medical Notes: July 10, 2022
Why is homemade baby formula a bad idea? Medication doesn’t always work, especially if you have a severe form of asthma. Also, pregnant women are being exposed to chemicals more than ever. And finally, want to improve your kidney health? Drink more coffee. Learn more at: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-july-10-2022/
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Jul 3, 2022 • 14min
Orphan Disease Research: Overcoming Years Of Industrywide Neglect
Doctors diagnosed Patrick Girondi’s son with thalassemia in 1992, declaring he’d die by age 14. Like most other rare conditions, treatments for thalassemia were slim to none. Dr. Stanley Nelson explains how orphan disease research has progressed in the last few decades and why a cure isn’t always the goal. Learn more at: https://radiohealthjournal.org/orphan-disease-research/
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Jul 3, 2022 • 9min
How Just One Night In A Hospital Can Cause Years Of Trauma
Research has shown that hospitalized adolescents can walk away physically healthy, but years later, are still dealing with symptoms of posttraumatic stress from their experience. Dr. Justin Kenardy discusses the signs of posttraumatic stress and preventive measures both parents and medical professionals can utilize. Learn more at: https://radiohealthjournal.org/one-hospital-night-years-of-trauma/
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Jul 3, 2022 • 2min
Medical Notes: July 3, 2022
Why have experimental therapies for fragile X syndrome not worked? Then, antibiotics are great, but only when they’re actually needed. Plus, don’t try to vape your daily vitamins. And finally… allergies could save you from contracting Covid. Learn more at: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-july-3-2022/
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Jun 26, 2022 • 14min
Venom: A Lethal Weapon or Medical Miracle?
Researchers have discovered how to use evolutions deadliest and oldest weapon for good. But how can scientists create medicine from lethal venom? Dr. Leslie Boyer reveals the entire process and explains why horses are so valuable to the research. Learn more at: https://radiohealthjournal.org/venom-research-lethal-weapon-or-medical-miracle/
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