Episodes
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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History will remember 2020 as the year the world shut down, but there may be a silver lining to this dark time. New research shows that some cancer patients with severe Covid saw a reduction in their tumors. Our expert explains how Covid is helping researchers find a novel, effective treatment to fight cancer.
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How scientists could catch schizophrenia sooner than ever before. Ultra-processed foods may be raising your blood sugar levels. How happiness supports your brain health. Are robots better doctors?
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Polycystic ovarian syndrome affects at least one in ten women – probably more since it’s so underdiagnosed. Sadly, many women are told that having PCOS means they’ll never become pregnant. However, our expert this week dispels this and other misinformation that’s widespread about PCOS.
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Scientific research is becoming more inclusive, but one area that’s still lacking this diversity is pre-clinical research. Without knowing how medications will react to different ancestries and skin tones, millions of people are being put at risk. Our experts discuss the effect melanin has on a drug’s efficacy and changes the industry can implement right now that will make a big difference.
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Liver damage can be deadly, but you may be able to reverse it. Do you have a higher risk of cancer? You may want to skip your next caffeine fix. How much of the world can newborn babies understand?
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On the surface, seeing hallucinations and distorted faces seems like a mental illness. However, it’s actually an issue with sight called Prosopometamorphopsia. Many people with this rare condition don’t report it because they’re afraid they’re going crazy, but our expert breaks down this condition and what more research is needed to truly understand PMO.
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Though you may never stop to think about the room design when walking through a hospital, but it’s been tailored specifically for you. Jodi Feldheim, a healthcare architect, explains how nature plays an important part in medical design, the details that improve patient experience, and what future hospitals will look like.
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You have a bigger brain than your ancestors – and that’s good news. New research unveils another mystery of Alzheimer’s disease. Can we reverse antibiotic resistance? How to spend your money for maximum happiness.
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After months of doctors mistakenly believing Jacob Haendel was dying in a coma, he managed to catch his medical team’s attention with a flick of his wrist. Haendel went on to recover from his deadly disease, beating all the odds. However, this journey opened his eyes to the pitiful state of accessibility in our society. He’s now focusing his efforts to increase accessible infrastructure through a revolutionary app.
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At age 28, Jacob Haendel was diagnosed with a rare, terminal brain disease and given six months to live. But while doctors thought he was dying in a coma, Haendel was fully aware – just trapped inside his paralyzed body. He recounts his incredible story of pain, hope, and beating death against all odds.
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For the first time ever, scientists have found a molecular difference in people with autism. Why older people should connect with their inner child. Putting an end to the dreaded jet lag.
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Millions of people struggle with sleep, but letting a real condition go undiagnosed could be fatal. Obstructive sleep apnea occurs when the airway is blocked during sleep and can cause major issues, including your alertness during the day and mental health. Our experts discuss which treatment options may be right for you.
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Nose surgeries are some of the most common procedures and are usually simple to perform. However, the tiniest mistake could leave you feeling constantly short of breath and close to suffocation for the rest of your life. Our experts discuss empty nose syndrome and what may cause this rare condition.
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How many procedures require an opioid prescription? The color of your skin could affect how well medications work. Can venom help save lives? Why some people are more likely to have daughters.
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Cadavers have long been the go-to for anatomy and dissection courses in medical school. However, with so much emerging technology at our fingertips, using donors for these purposes may become obsolete. Our expert explains how virtual reality and 3D renderings are changing the future of medical education.
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Meningitis B is a rare but deadly disease. At first, it looks like a case of the flu, but waiting to go to the hospital could prove to be a fatal mistake. Our experts share how this infection has impacted their own lives and the best prevention strategies for you and loved ones.
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Pregnancy changes more than just belly size. How much does social media affect anxiety? Is there anything that can cure a hangover? Are adult braces making a comeback?
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Genome editing could potentially erase all genetic diseases from humanity, but is the tradeoff worth it? Our DNA is an intricately woven story of each individual person, meaning that changing one piece could have unexpected, detrimental effects somewhere else in the body. Our expert explains the incredible opportunities -- and astonishing risks -- of using CRISPR to edit the human genome.
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As pan respiratory virus season creeps up on us, being properly protected can save you a lot of money. New data shows that billions of dollars are spent each year by RSV patients in direct and indirect costs. Our experts discuss the complete economic burden of this disease and how you can stay healthy this winter.
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Is this the unhealthiest time in American history? New recommendations for kids with ADHD. Your pearly whites may be ruining your health.
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When a wound is too large for staples or sutures, skin grafts are used to cover the area. Since they’re usually taken from a healthy part of the patient’s body, it often means having two wounds to care for. Our expert explains the new technology that’s revolutionizing this industry and shortening patient’s healing journey.
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A large portion of the prescription medication American’s consume are generic. But with many of the active ingredients being sourced and manufactured in other countries, are our federal oversights enough protection? This week, our expert explains the systems in place – as well as their weaknesses and strengths.
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Is cooked food a health risk? If you have anxiety, you may be able to blame your ancestors. Does music make you more spontaneous? Why you should take a nap before judging someone else.
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Dr. Ilea Khan has spent her life in constant pain. Though she may appear healthy on the outside, Khan suffers from the same rare disease as Celine Dion – stiff person syndrome. This week, she explains what it’s like to live with an invisible illness and why advocacy and community is so crucial for people living with SPS.
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Scientists have been perfecting a technology that gives mobility back to people with paralysis. The system bypasses the injured part of the brain to send signals down into the body. Our expert explains how he created this technology, the success it’s had thus far, and what the future of independence looks like for these patients.
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Are you tired of drinking plastic? Why better sight may lead to better hearing. Why are kids so worried? Scientists have settled the ranch versus blue cheese debate – and it’s good news for cheese lovers.
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