

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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Feb 27, 2022 • 1min
Medical Notes: Week of February 27, 2022
Why should we trust our gut? Because it knows the difference between real and fake sugar, even when we don't. Then, a mouse study investigating a new cancer drug has found that the drug also improves metabolism. And finally, stop forcing food onto your picky eater. Learn more at: radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-week-of-february-27-2022/
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Feb 20, 2022 • 14min
Child Development in Pandemic
New research suggests the pandemic negatively affects child development. Many children born after the start of the pandemic score lower in child development than children born before. Researchers explain possible theories for these children’s slower development scores.
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Feb 20, 2022 • 11min
Seasonal Affective Disorder
Seasonal affective disorder can occur any time of year but is most prevalent during the winter months. SAD can develop into non-seasonal major depression if left untreated. An expert gives advice on how to combat SAD and reduce the risk of getting it next year.
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Feb 20, 2022 • 1min
Medical Notes: Week of February 20, 2022
A study published in the American Journal of Epidemiology has found no association between the vaccine and the likelihood of conception. Then, what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger, except maybe not for people who’ve experienced multiple major natural disasters. Then, a common food additive could be making you sick. And finally, a study has found people with better psychological well-being are less likely to develop dementia and other cognitive impairments.
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Feb 13, 2022 • 16min
Climate Change and National Security
The future of climate change impacts a lot more than our crops. Natural disasters and mass migrations of people threaten the health and safety of populations and governments around the world. Experts discuss how climate change creates economic, sociological, political, and military issues. Learn more at: radiohealthjournal.org/climate-change-national-security/
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Feb 13, 2022 • 9min
The Vegan Future
Some experts believe that the future of food is vegan. With the increasing effects of global warming, changes to farms are inevitable. Experts talk about why eating animals is inefficient, and why our planet won’t be able to support it in the future.
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Feb 13, 2022 • 2min
Medical Notes: Week of February 13, 2022
An FDA-approved drug could help prevent memory loss in Alzheimer’s patients. Scientists discover why people with asthma are less likely to develop brain tumors. More than a third of Gulf War troops still suffer from Gulf War Illness, now a study shows that frequent exercise can help reduce symptoms. And finally, why are people moving back to their rural hometowns? Learn more at: radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-week-of-february-13-2022/
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Feb 6, 2022 • 16min
Punishing Covid-Lying Doctors
There’s a growing number of complaints to state medical boards regarding doctors lying about Covid-19 and vaccines. The doctors spreading misinformation are not always reprimanded by state medical boards and are allowed to continue voicing the misinformation. They cite freedom of speech as a defense, but other doctors say licensed professionals have an obligation to the truth. Experts explain the controversy.
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Feb 6, 2022 • 9min
Needle Phobia (2022)
Some people who have not yet gotten the Covid vaccine are simply afraid of the needle. Bad childhood experience can keep people from receiving necessary medical treatments. A needle-phobic and a physician explain how parents should discuss injections with their children from a young age. Learn more at: radiohealthjournal.org/phobia-of-needles/
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Feb 6, 2022 • 1min
Medical Notes: Week of February 6, 2022
When it comes to illnesses that cause the most deaths, we tend to think of things like heart disease and cancer. But a new study finds that one hidden killer is a lot bigger than most people think: antibiotic-resistant infections. Then, the use of hair products could be altering the course of many pregnancies. And finally, if you’re using a cloth mask to protect yourself against Covid, researchers say it’s a good idea to switch.
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