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Do You Feel Pressured To Work While You’re Sick?

>> July 2, 2023

Though the pandemic changed a lot about traditional offices, by now many people are back working in communal spaces. While this is great for building relationships, it’s also a surefire way to spread disease. Our experts discuss how office culture feeds into …

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Menopause: What To Expect When You’re Finished Expecting

>> June 25, 2023

Every female on earth will eventually go through menopause, so why don’t women know more about the process? If you’ve been suffering with menopausal symptoms or are confused about this life transition, our experts are here to help. They discuss how you can …

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Have You Been Fooled By These Common Medical Myths?

>> June 25, 2023

Can you take too many vitamins? Does everyone need eight hours of sleep? Dr. James Hamblin answers these common questions and many more on this week’s segment. He explains how to tell if a persistent itch or bothersome joint pain has a simple fix or needs to …

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Medical Notes: June 28, 2023

>> June 25, 2023

Should everyone be screened for kidney disease? Chronic kidney disease affects more than 37 million people in the U.S. Unfortunately, many patients are diagnosed after the condition has progressed to late-stage kidney disease. A study published in the …

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The Psychological Trends of the Ever-Growing Gig Economy

>> June 18, 2023

The gig economy seems to only be growing, especially with the boom of businesses like Uber and Grubhub. Workers now get to choose their own hours, but is the freedom worth the lack of regulation, protections, and benefits like health insurance? Experts explain …

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Dealing With Loss This Father’s Day

>> June 18, 2023

Whether you lost your father ten days ago or ten years ago, Father’s Day can be a hard time of the month. Dr. Sanam Hafeez, a clinical neuropsychologist, says it doesn’t have to be something to dread. She offers advice on how to turn this time of year into an …

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Medical Notes: June 18, 2023

>> June 18, 2023

How to keep your kids safe in pools this summer Pediatric trauma and injury expert Jen Lau says kids can drown in less than two inches of water. To help prevent any accidents, she recommends getting your child comfortable in the water through swim lessons …

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Why Doctors Should Have Creative Passions Outside of Medicine

>> June 11, 2023

Hannah Boone entered medical school with a degree in music instead of having a typical science background. While this may seem unwise, some experts think it may be the best prerequisite for a career in medicine. Find out why this educational path is thought to …

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Medical Gaslighting: What To Do When Doctors Stop Listening to You

>> June 11, 2023

Doctors told Karen DeBonis that her son’s concerning tics were normal, and he’d grow out of them. But when she got a second opinion, an MRI scan showed that he had a large brain tumor. This week – DeBonis shares how she was forced to advocate for herself …

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Medical Notes: June 11, 2023

>> June 11, 2023

This new brain discovery could save lives The CDC reports that an average of 130 people take their own lives every day in America. Scientists have found a marker in the brain that could help identify those who are more at risk of committing suicide. …

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Helping Patients Feel Like Kids Again: The Magic of Children’s Hospitals

>> June 4, 2023

Children’s hospitals do a lot more than cure diseases. For many long-term, young patients, these institutions become their entire world and not just the place where they receive treatment. Learn how some of these hospitals go above and beyond to help our sick …

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Don’t Let An Injury Keep You From Playing The Game

>> June 4, 2023

Pickleball is quickly becoming America’s favorite pastime. It’s a low-impact sport that’s great for people of all ages, but like any activity, it comes with its own injury risks. Dr. Fotios Tjoumakaris has some tips to keep you healthy on and off the …

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Do You Feel Pressured To Work While You’re Sick?

Menopause: What To Expect When You’re Finished Expecting

Have You Been Fooled By These Common Medical Myths?

Medical Notes: June 28, 2023

The Psychological Trends of the Ever-Growing Gig Economy

Dealing With Loss This Father’s Day

Medical Notes: June 18, 2023

Why Doctors Should Have Creative Passions Outside of Medicine

Medical Gaslighting: What To Do When Doctors Stop Listening to You

Medical Notes: June 11, 2023

Helping Patients Feel Like Kids Again: The Magic of Children’s Hospitals

Don’t Let An Injury Keep You From Playing The Game

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