Radio Health Journal
The latest in health, science, technology, and the intersection of medicine and public policy.
Kristen graduated from Webster University in St. Louis. Her reporting has focused on human rights issues and technology…
Lead Writer & Producer
It may not always be the best decision to finish your full round of antibiotics. The shift-change that will make physicians healthier. A better way to monitor vitals in the ICU. Is it a red flag if your child prefers to play alone?
For decades, affordable medical care has remained an uphill battle for millions across the nation. Community health centers continue to serve as a vital safety net by offering primary and preventive services. Our expert explores how these hubs utilize flexible payment models to ensure high-quality care remains accessible to everyone, regardless of their income or insurance status.
With nearly a quarter of U.S. adults suffering from chronic pain, many find themselves trapped in a cycle of ineffective treatments. Experts believe much of this persistent suffering stems from neuroplastic pain. This week’s experts explore how understanding this brain-body connection, cultivating belief in recovery, and facing the sensation through pain reprocessing therapy can help patients …
Electric cars are even more beneficial than initially thought. Having a phone could be affecting your child’s development. The human body generates highly specific, powerful antibodies by using probability. Will humans ever be able to regrow limbs?
While many people focus on weight or blood pressure, bone health remains one of the most foundational – yet overlooked – components of our overall mobility and wellness. True skeletal strength depends on complex bone density, quality, and the continuous cellular turnover cycle. Our expert breaks down how hormonal shifts during menopause trigger rapid bone loss in women, and why early osteoporosis …
What if your chronic pain is all in your head? No, you’re not making it up, but your brain has gotten stuck in a pain signal loop that keeps you hurting when there’s no physical injury to blame. It’s called neuroplastic pain and our experts this week explain how you can stop the loop and finally find relief from your chronic pain.
One bad sunburn could change your life. Can you trust the new Alzheimer’s drug Circumcising your baby boy doesn’t raise his risk of developing autism spectrum disorder. A new paint may be a game-changer for monitoring concussions.
Our bodies are intricate machines where every cell has a specific job. But when specialized allergy-fighting white blood cells migrate into the esophagus, severe dysfunction follows. Our expert explains how this triggers a chronic immune condition that has rapidly become one of the fastest-growing digestive diseases and can severely disrupt daily life.
Many Americans suffer from gut dysregulation. Because crucial mood-regulating chemicals are generated in the gut microbiome, ignoring these warning signs can have profound effects on our overall mental and physical health. Our expert explains the strong connect between gut health, chronic disease, and emotional well-being – and how to heal your gut microbiome.
Can a virus cause Parkinson’s disease? How likely are your kidneys to recover after they’re damaged? A new device that can tell if your fat-loss program is actually working. American sunscreens are becoming more effective.
More than two decades after September 11th, a deadly legacy continues to claim lives through chronic illnesses, asthma, and cancers triggered by toxic exposure. Our expert dives into the critical work of the World Trade Center Health Program and how federal monitoring provides a vital medical safety net for those still fighting 9/11-related diseases.
It’s become clear that just having access to medical centers isn’t enough to offset the devastating physical toll caused by daily food insecurity. Our expert explores how treating food as medicine & partnering with anti-hunger organizations can lower medical costs and tackle the true root causes of community health.
The shingles vaccine may offer lower your risk of dementia. How Vitamin-D can help fight diabetes. A new paint may be a game-changer for monitoring concussions. Does it really take 21 days to form a habit?
Closing The Info Gap: A New App That’s Empowering Patients And Caregivers
Standard blood tests aren’t giving you the most accurate picture of your health. Our expert examines the critical blind spots in standard medical testing and reveals emerging technology that catches disease at the cellular level.
How moms help program their unborn baby’s internal biological clock. Sugar-free sweeteners could be quietly disrupting your body's internal chemistry. Can a virus cause Parkinson’s disease? The next massive breakthrough in the plant-based protein market might currently be growing in your backyard.
While an active lifestyle can prevent a lot of illnesses, some debilitating conditions strike out of nowhere. Gout is a type of inflammatory arthritis affecting over twelve million Americans. The pain can be so severe that even the weight of a bedsheet is unbearable. Our experts explain the root cause of gout and why a persistent, outdated stigma keeps millions of sufferers from seeking help.
Despite incredible medical breakthroughs and massive funding, America continues to lag behind similar nations in overall health outcomes. The root of this crisis lies in our fragmented medical system, where profit is valued over true health. Our expert gives step-by-step advice on how to get exactly what you need out of your healthcare experience.
Researchers have discovered how to overcome chemo resistance. Do oral contraceptives increase the desire to overeat? Does it really take 21 days to form a habit? Looking at your phone could be damaging your spine.
The steep drops in federal awards and funding values have forced top institutions to scale back active scientific projects. Our experts break down the escalating financial strain on higher education, exploring how funding slashes and shifting tax laws threaten the future of American innovation.
Wearable technology has given us unprecedented access to personal health metrics. However, this surge in data has allowed wellness companies to manipulate our health anxieties, flooding the market with hyper-specific products promising quick fixes. Our expert cuts through the marketing hype to reveal what will actually make us the healthiest versions of ourselves.
The hidden dangers of ultra-processed foods may stem from how they’re made. Is eating a mental game? How moms help program their unborn baby’s internal biological clock. Consistent doses of optimism and gratitude are good for your heart.
Universities serve as the vital engines driving groundbreaking scientific discovery. Our experts explore the cutthroat world of securing research grants and explain why the future of global innovation hinges on highly competitive federal funding.
Has modern science erased a world of holistic healing? Our expert this week argues that true health must reunite scientific advancements with ancient teachings, including community, nature, and cultural traditions. She explores the root causes of why traditional wisdom was pushed to the margins of science, and how we can reclaim these historical practices.
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