Radio Health Journal
The latest in health, science, technology, and the intersection of medicine and public policy.
Hospitals are meant to be places of healing, but rising tension and uncertainty have turned them into environments of fear and conflict. Healthcare workers are now facing a terrifying surge of on-the-job physical assaults. Our experts explore the escalating severity of workplace violence and the prevention efforts being made.
After a 12-year NFL career, Art Still assumed his post-retirement medical issues were simply the natural price of football and aging. But he soon discovered that his failing health was due to a hidden, potentially fatal condition known as amyloidosis. Our experts explain the two main types of this disease, who’s at risk, and the treatments that are …
Throughout history, the female trailblazers who have made monumental achievements in science, literature, and innovation have been systemically minimized or forgotten. Our guests this week discuss how societal biases erased women's intellectual contributions and why recognizing these female geniuses is essential to completing our understanding of human …
Though astrology was removed from academia in the 17th century, the ancient practice has experienced a massive modern resurgence. Data shows that public belief in its scientific merit has remained steady since the 1980s. This segment explores the enduring cultural power of astrology, the varying definitions of what makes something "Scientific," and why …
Maintaining an active lifestyle is vital for healthy aging, but conditions like pelvic organ prolapse can abruptly isolate individuals and disrupt daily life. This condition occurs when weakened pelvic floor muscles can no longer support surrounding organs, leading to symptoms like bladder leakage, bowel difficulties, and physical discomfort. Our experts …
Astrology is an ancient practice that’s been in and out of popularity for centuries. Believers use this pseudoscience as a way to find structure and purpose in the chaos of life. Our experts explain how astrology has lasted the test of time and how it could advise your life in different areas, such as love and success.
Your next doctor’s visit might come with a membership fee. Your genes don’t have the final say when it comes to your brain health. The hidden risk of suicide that has nothing to do with depression. When it comes to bone health, more is not always better for aging adults.
Though some attempted to erase the cannibalistic practices of this period from our history books, Richard Sugg explains how people were using human bones, blood, and fat to heal themselves.
Immigrant doctors are an important part of America’s physician workforce, especially in rural and underserved communities.
ur experts explain the history behind the harmful stigma and the innovative initiatives that will help end this epidemic.
Author Judith Pearson discusses the three women who transformed the breast cancer movement into what we see today.
Our experts explain when growth hormone is appropriate, and how the real solution to shorter kids feeling inferior is society’s mindset.
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