Radio Health Journal
The latest in health, science, technology, and the intersection of medicine and public policy.
Despite what Hollywood shows us, the daily life of a paramedic rarely includes life or death emergencies. In reality, resources are thin, burnout runs high, and medics often face issues that would be better handled by social workers and lawyers. This week, Joanna Sokol details her experience on the job and why the field is desperate for better worker rights.
Menopause is a time of major change in every woman’s life, but while many focus on common symptoms like hot flashes, there’s a lesser-known threat to long-term heart health. Dr. Priya Freaney reveals the critical importance of recognizing these risks and taking action to reduce the threat of heart disease and heart failure after menopause.
How cancer hijacks our internal clock. Why we should be wary of dirt. Science may have found a cure for nightmares. Is alcohol ever good for you?
Your choice of cooking oil might be doing more than just seasoning your food. A breakthrough in mental health treatment is offering new hope for those living with schizophrenia. The "hidden timers" in your brain may hold the keys to your memory. Checking in on your employees' mental health might require more than just a yearly survey.
Our experts discuss the effect melanin has on a drug’s efficacy and changes the industry can implement right now that will make a big difference.
You have a bigger brain than your ancestors – and that’s good news. Why are kids so worried? Do you need a change in life? How to spend your money for maximum happiness.
We may have discovered a new form of evolution. Is winter the best season for our health? Has education has become an afterthought for kids? Breast milk is triggered by a baby’s whine.
New research is uncovering how risk factors like obesity, high blood pressure, and food insecurity disproportionately affect certain communities.
During Celia Romero’s research on kids with autism, she uncovered a widespread misconception: many families had been advised to avoid teaching their child a second language.
Does chronic depression run in the family? Will we ever truly get rid of ‘forever chemicals’? Have you taken a deep breath today? A new understanding of video game addiction.
Dr. Paulo Alves reveals how quick thinking, evolving technology, and aviation medicine keep passengers safe when emergencies strike.
Why does asthma differ between genders? Does a doctor need to be present on every flight? A new understanding of video game addiction. How Daydreaming Could Get You A Promotion.
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