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Radio Health Journal – The Latest in Health, Science, Tech & Policy

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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

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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.

How The Primary Care Physician Shortage Is Draining Your Health And Wallet

May 11, 2025

There’s a primary care shortage and it’s only expected to worsen in coming years.

Genetic Justice: How Your DNA Can Help Solve Cold Cases

May 11, 2025

Our experts explain the revolutionary technology and how you can help catch these violent criminals.

The Pitt: How A Television Medical Drama Is Saving Lives

May 4, 2025

Dr. Sylvia Owusu-Ansah explains why this accuracy is so important and how it could help strengthen patient-doctor relationships.

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: The Best Place To Live For Your Brain Health, Reducing Animal Testing, And Why You Should Skip Your Afternoon Nap

How the environment affects brain health. Will science ever move away from animal testing? Should you skip your afternoon nap?

Medical Notes: Your Humidifier Is Making You Sick, Global Warming Is Messing Up Your Gut, And Do Cancer Vaccines Work?

Would you take a cancer vaccine? Your humidifier could be making you sick. Is global warming bad for your gut?

Medical Notes: Human Blood Can Poison Mosquitoes, Why Soup Is Good For Pregnancy, And How Trees Keep Communities Healthy

Overcoming obstacles doesn’t always make you stronger. Mosquitoes may soon be scared of humans. Trees do more for your health than simply provide oxygen. Is soup good for pregnancy?

Covid-19 pandemic

Children Are The Future, So Why Is Childcare Breaking Down?

Public Health And Politics: A Look At The Mistakes Made During The Pandemic

Does A Good Bedside Manner Save Lives?

How the mRNA Vaccine Has Revolutionized Infectious Disease Prevention

Technology

Digital Therapy: Mental Health Apps May Be Selling Your Personal Data

Knocking On Death’s Door: The At-Home Medical Device That Could Save Lives

“This Is Medieval” – The 24-Year-Old Who’s Reinventing Medical Devices

Honoring Nazi Doctors and Criminals: The Dark Side of Medical Eponyms

Economics & Finance

More Than Mental Illness: The Truth About Homelessness

Child Hunger in America: Rising Rates and Promising Solutions

Cancer Clinical Trials: The Harsh Reality Of Potentially Lifesaving Care

Sick And Desperate: How GoFundMe Exposes America’s Failing Health System

Public Policy

The Supplement Surge: Do We Need More Regulations?

Climate Change Will Cause Forced Migration – Are You Vulnerable?

Ketamine Regulations — “We Don’t Want To Reproduce This Opioid Problem”

Can We Fix Our Healthcare System Without Starting From Scratch?

Addiction

Is There Such Thing as a ‘Safe’ Amount of Caffeine for Teens?

How Can We Save Infants From the Effects of Opioid Addiction?

Food Marketing to Children Part 2: How To Make Healthier Choices

Has The Food Marketing Industry Contributed To Childhood Obesity?

Public Health

Soda Science: How Coca-Cola Influenced Obesity Research

Healthy Selfishness: The Boundaries You Should Have For Your Health

Is The ‘Twin Connection’ Real?

No Peace After Death: The Thousands Of Unclaimed Bodies In America

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