Radio Health Journal
Compass Media
Each week, 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 Shel Lustig 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 radiohealthjournal.org. Also, check out the latest on Facebook and Instagram @radiohealthjournal and on X @RadioHealthJrnl.
Location:
Chicago, IL
Networks:
Compass Media
Description:
Each week, 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 Shel Lustig 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 radiohealthjournal.org. Also, check out the latest on Facebook and Instagram @radiohealthjournal and on X @RadioHealthJrnl.
Twitter:
@RadioHealthJrnl
Language:
English
Contact:
MediaTracks Communications 2250 E. Devon Avenue, Suite 150 Des Plaines, IL 60018 847-299-9500
Website:
https://radiohealthjournal.org/
Email:
info@mediatracks.com
Episodes
Medical Notes: Your Local Park May Be Polluted With Lead, How Pupil Size Affects Anxiety Levels, And The Stress Hormone That Makes Insulin Work Better
12/6/2023
Scientists may now be able to catch dementia earlier than ever before. Are eyes the windows to our mental health? A new mouse study may improve diabetes treatments. The neighborhood playground may be holding onto more than just childhood memories. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-your-local-park-may-be-polluted-with-lead-how-pupil-size-affects-anxiety-levels-and-the-stress-hormone-that-makes-insulin-work-better Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:02:48
‘Everyone Can Be Made Psychotic’ – The Truth Behind Schizophrenia
12/3/2023
Hollywood often portrays schizophrenia in its most extreme form, but the disorder’s progression is much more complicated. Dr. Christoph Correll, a schizophrenia expert, pulls back the curtain on this condition. He explains why it’s often misdiagnosed, left untreated, and can affect anyone – including you. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/everyone-can-be-made-psychotic-the-truth-behind-schizophrenia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:11:23
Can Acupuncture Help Patients Recover From Open Heart Surgery?
12/3/2023
Since the heart is part of a larger system in our body, treating cardiac conditions means healing the full person instead of just the one organ. Dr. Kim Feingold, a cardiac psychologist, has researched the use of acupuncture therapy as an integrative approach to treating cardiac patients. She explains her findings and how this needle stimulation may aid in recovery from open heart surgery. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/can-acupuncture-help-patients-recover-from-open-heart-surgery Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:13:30
Medical Notes: Is ‘Farm To Table’ Going Out Of Style? How Global Warming Worsens Underlying Heart Conditions, And The Rise Of A New Tick-Borne Illness
11/29/2023
Scientists have predicted the future…and it’s not looking good. Farm to table may soon be a thing of the past. Another tick-borne illness is on the rise in America. Is the agriculture industry as harmful as wildfires? Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-is-farm-to-table-going-out-of-style-how-global-warming-worsens-underlying-heart-conditions-and-the-rise-of-a-new-tick-borne-illness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:02:42
False Confessions Pt.2: Using Science To Catch The Real Criminals
11/26/2023
Last week our experts broke down the psychology of false confessions, and today we’re discussing the aftermath of wrongful convictions. Why do people who’ve been wrongly convicted die earlier? How can law enforcement make sure they’re catching the real criminals? Our experts explain it all. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/false-confessions-pt-2-using-science-to-catch-the-real-criminals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:11:34
The Infertility-Causing Disease That May Not Be As Rare As We Thought
11/26/2023
Lisa McCarty experienced four miscarriages before finally being diagnosed with Asherman’s Syndrome, a condition where scar tissue forms in the uterus or cervix. She and Dr. Sigal Klipstein, a reproductive endocrinologist, explain the signs of Asherman’s – and when you should see a specialist. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/the-infertility-causing-disease-that-may-not-be-as-rare-as-we-thought Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:13:10
Medical Notes: Using Music To Kill Cancer, Revealing The Secret Behind A Healthy Pregnancy, And How Cigarettes Have Come Back Into Fashion
11/22/2023
Is music the new cancer treatment? New research reveals the key to a healthy pregnancy. A new hope for repairing nerve damage. Are cigarettes popular again? Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-using-music-to-kill-cancer-revealing-the-secret-behind-a-healthy-pregnancy-and-how-cigarettes-have-come-back-into-fashion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:02:48
Modern Day Witch Hunts: The Psychology Of False Confessions
11/19/2023
False confessions seem far and few between, but our experts say they’re more common than most of us think. In this first installment of the two-part series, we explain the different types of false confessions and what drives people to confess to a crime they didn’t commit. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/modern-day-witch-hunts-the-psychology-of-false-confessions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:10:43
From Hollywood To The Hospital: Jamie-Lynn Sigler’s Battle With MS
11/19/2023
Jamie-Lynn Sigler was cast in The Sopranos as a teenager, but was soon fighting for more than just her spot in Hollywood. After being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, Sigler found herself on a long journey of figuring out how to manage her disease while living a fulfilling life. She explains the steps she took in hopes of helping others in similar situations. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/from-hollywood-to-the-hospital-jamie-lynn-siglers-battle-with-ms Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:14:22
Medical Notes: A New Type Of Evolution, Chronic Absenteeism In Schools, And How Babies Trigger Milk Production
11/15/2023
We may have discovered a new form of evolution. Is winter the best season for our health? Education has become an afterthought for many kids. Breast milk is triggered by a baby’s whine. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-a-new-type-of-evolution-chronic-absenteeism-in-schools-and-how-babies-trigger-milk-production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:02:44
Everyone Has Lumps And Bumps – Make Sure Yours Aren’t Deadly
11/12/2023
The US Preventive Services Task Force has recently updated its guidelines for breast cancer screenings to help curb the 42,000yearly deaths. Our experts explain these changes, how to perform at-home exams, and why aggressive breast cancer may no longer be a death sentence. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/everyone-has-lumps-and-bumps-make-sure-yours-arent-deadly Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:10:21
Oppenheimer’s Legacy: Rising Cancer Risks Due To Ionizing Radiation
11/12/2023
Researchers have been studying the lasting health effects of the atomic bomb for decades – but there’s a new type of radiation scientists are worried about. Nuclear workers, medical physicians, and the public are all being exposed to low-dose, long-term ionizing radiation. It causes cancer, radiation cataracts, and impaired cognition. Experts explain how we can protect ourselves from these dangerous rays. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/oppenheimers-legacy-rising-cancer-risks-due-to-ionizing-radiation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:14:34
Medical Notes: Your New Robotic Bestie, An Uptick In Cases Of Treatment-Resistant Malaria, And Why Cancer Patients Should Practice Meditation
11/8/2023
Cancer treatments are taking a more holistic approach. Should you make friends with a robot? Malaria is becoming harder to fight than ever before. Scientists are genetically editing trees to save the environment. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-your-new-robotic-bestie-an-uptick-in-cases-of-treatment-resistant-malaria-and-why-cancer-patients-should-practice-meditation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:02:37
Brace Face: Author Who Was Bullied For Her Overbite Offers Guidance
11/5/2023
Christina Wyman was born with a craniofacial deformity and spent her childhood dodging bullies -- at school and at home. After two jaw surgeries as an adult, her extreme overbite is fixed, but the trauma lives on. She offers guidance on how parents can successfully support their kids through these tough times. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/brace-face-author-who-was-bullied-for-her-overbite-offers-guidance Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:10:30
Should Busy Cities Start Banning Left-Hand Turns?
11/5/2023
If you’re waiting at a streetlight to turn left, you’ll probably never be joined by a UPS truck. The company’s computer routing system has shown that left-hand turns waste time and fuel – but Dr. Vikash Gayah says they could also be dangerous to our health. Experts dive into these road rules and offer solutions to simplify your daily errands. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/should-busy-cities-start-banning-left-hand-turns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:14:31
Medical Notes: One Pill Could Replace Your Daily Workout, How Your Hometown Contributes To Your Diet, And A Less-Invasive Alternative To Injections
11/1/2023
Have we found an alternative to injecting medicine? Your hometown influences what you consume. We may soon be able to simplify our daily workout. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/one-pill-could-replace-your-daily_workout-how-your-hometown-contributes-to-your-diet-and-a-less-invasive-alternative-to-injections Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:02:12
How To Protect Your Home From Toxic Mold And Bad Air Quality
10/29/2023
As the temperature drops and we’re spending more time inside, it’s important to keep our homes disease-free. Things like mold and dust mites can compromise your health. Our experts explain how to properly clean your space and give easy steps you can take to keep your family safe. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/how-to-protect-your-home-from-toxic-mold-and-bad-air-quality Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:10:33
Dopamine And Parkinson’s: Challenging Over 100 Years Of Research
10/29/2023
Emerging research is changing everything we thought we knew about dopamine. The connection between Parkinson’s Disease and dopamine has been documented in the past, but a new study uncovers mechanisms of the chemical that were previously thought to be impossible. Our experts dive into the research and explain how this affects the future of Parkinson’s treatment. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/dopamine-and-parkinsons-challenging-over-100-years-of-research Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:14:47
Medical Notes: Rodents May Be The Key To Immortality, New Treatments For Muscular Dystrophy, And Why Dogs Are Great For Your Health
10/25/2023
A new hope for patients with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. Do rodents have the key to immortality? Buying a dog could be great for your health. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-rodents-may-be-the-key-to-immortality-new-treatments-for-muscular-dystrophy-and-why-dogs-are-great-for-your-health/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:02:12
Do It Scared: How To Become A More Resilient Person
10/22/2023
Are resilient people born or built? Dr. Dennis Charney, an expert in neurobiology, says it’s a little of both. He breaks down what common characteristics resilient people share and how you can overcome hardships in your own life. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/do-it-scared-how-to-become-a-more-resilient-person Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:10:30