Radio Health Journal – The Latest in Health, Science, Tech & Policy
Health · Science · Technology · Intersection of Medicine & Public Policy · Latest in Research & Innovation · News & Headlines · Independent Journalism · 30+ Years On-Air · Nationally Syndicated Radio Show & Podcast
Listen to Radio Health Journal to get the latest scoop on what’s trending in health, science, technology, and the intersection of medicine and public policy. Each week we speak with leading experts to break down the complex medical jargon and report on a timely topic. Did you know ecstasy could help to cure PTSD? What does “Medicare for All” really mean? These subjects and more with two stories weekly, plus Medical Notes – a short recap of the top medical headlines in the news.
Hosted by Elizabeth Westfield, Greg Johnson and Maayan Voss de Bettancourt. Written & produced by Kristen Farrah and Polly Hansen. New shows posted weekly. Subscribe, listen, rate and review (see all ways to listen). Also, check out the latest on Instagram and Facebook @radiohealthjournal and on X @RadioHealthJrnl.
Feature Segments
Since 1992, each Radio Health Journal episode has examined two of the nation’s most-newsworthy developments in medicine, public health, and much more, expertly told in long-form stories with first-hand survivors, unique perspectives, and world-renowned thought leaders, segments for which the nation’s most widely syndicated health program is consistently recognized and acknowledged.
Is The ‘Twin Connection’ Real?
Dr. Nancy Segal discusses the facts, myths, and why the loss of a twin is often felt more deeply.
The Supplement Surge: Do We Need More Regulations?
Dr. Cara Welch discusses the FDA’s involvement in this space and what to expect as the market evolves.
No Peace After Death: The Thousands Of Unclaimed Bodies In America
Our expert explains what happens to these people and how the states handle these situations.
Medical Notes & Headlines
Concise headlines from the spheres of medical research, scientific discovery, and ground-breaking technology — bite-sized snippets of the news & notes millions of weekly listeners consistently crave.
Medical Notes: How Caffeine Prevents Cancer, Reversing Heart Damage, And Your Guide To Dealing With The Winter Blues
Can heart failure be reversed? Coffee may be the secret key to fighting cancer. How are you dealing with the winter blues?
Medical Notes: A Cure For Nightmares, The Alcohol Myth, And How Cancer Hijacks Our Internal Clock
How cancer hijacks our internal clock. Why we should be wary of dirt.
Medical Notes: How To Suppress Fear, Why Your Saliva Matters, And Why So Many Naloxone Prescriptions Are Unfilled
Science may have found a cure for nightmares. Is alcohol ever good for you?
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