
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.
The Hydrocodone Hyperbole: The Best Drug For Pain Isn’t Always An Opioid
Dr. Cecile Feldman explains new research that shows how over-the-counter medication is more effective in some cases – and how this revelation is changing prescribing practices in dentistry.
Trust Your Gut: How To Heal Your Gut Microbiome
Dr. Robynne Chutkan explains the important role our microbiome plays in our physical and mental health — and how you can heal your gut to put yourself back on track.
Digital Therapy: Mental Health Apps May Be Selling Your Personal Data
Dr. Stephanie Collier explains the value of digital therapy programs and reveals how to choose the safest, most effective option.
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: Why Being Cynical Is Bad For Your Health, How Fungi May Soon Take Over, And Increasing The Effectiveness Of Chemotherapy
Is another global pandemic on the horizon? Antibodies aren’t just a protection from disease. Chemotherapy is tough on the body, but magnets could help. Being cynical is bad for your health.
Medical Notes: How AI Is Ruining The Environment, The Secret To Battling Dry Skin, And Can An Eye Test Diagnose Mental Health Disorders?
AI is the future, but is it worth the health risks? Can an eye doctor spot mental health issues? Do you have dry skin?
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?
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