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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.

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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 Rogue Organ: How The Thymus Triggers Autoimmune Disease

October 17, 2026

When a persistent droopy eye was initially feared to be a stroke, the real cause was equally as shocking. Myasthenia Gravis is a chronic autoimmune disorder that stems from dysfunction in the thymus, a small organ behind the breastbone. Our expert explains what causes this rare disease and the treatment options available to patients.

Smarter Screenings: More Advanced And Accessible Skin Cancer Detection

October 17, 2026

With skin cancer cases rising across the country, long appointment wait times and a growing dermatologist shortage leave millions of high-risk patients struggling to get timely screenings. Our expert explains how new imaging technology is increasing skin check efficacy, reducing unnecessary clinic visits, and ensuring specialist attention reaches those who need it most.

How To Prevent Childhood Food Allergies Before They Start

October 10, 2026

With the rise of severe food allergies in children, parents are navigating a confusing landscape of risks and evolving medical advice. Pediatricians are challenging long-held assumptions about avoidance, pointing instead toward updated strategies for safely introducing foods at a young age. Our expert breaks down the factors driving today’s allergy epidemic and offers essential guidance on spotting early warning signs to keep young kids safe.

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.

How Space Travel Affects Women’s Health, The Hormones That Help You Learn, And Why CBD May Be The Best Pain Reliever | Medical Notes

Is your smartwatch lying to you? New research shows how space travel affects women’s health. Do hormones affect your ability to learn? CBD may be the best pain-reliever.

A Newly Discovered Layer Of The Human Genome, The Problems With Psychiatric Diagnoses, And Using Your Smartphone For Your Next Ultrasound | Medical Notes

Researchers have discovered a new layer of the human genome. Efforts to block inflammation may actually age you faster. How accurate is your mental health diagnosis? Will your next ultrasound be at home?

How To Turn Off Chronic Pain Signals, How To Give Your Cells An Energy Boost, And Breakthrough Research On Seizures | Medical Notes

We may finally be able to see seizures in real time. Will your next ultrasound be at home? How to give your cells the energy boost they need. an you turn off your chronic pain?