Radio Health Journal
The latest in health, science, technology, and the intersection of medicine and public policy.
Are you one of the millions of people who struggle to sleep? If so, there’s good chance you’ve tried all the trendy tricks, like the viral ‘sleepy mocktail’. Our expert debunks various sleep aid myths and reveals the habits that will actually make a difference in the quality of your sleep.
Beating cancer three times will teach you a lot about survival. Michelle Rapkin is now offering up all of her tips and tricks to make sure patients are in the best position for success. She details the necessary steps to take before chemo and the important questions to ask that no one else will tell you.
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 …
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 …
Closing The Info Gap: A New App That’s Empowering Patients And Caregivers
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.
Male victims of intimate partner violence frequently face rejection from the very support systems meant to protect them. This systemic failure often traps them in abusive cycles for years, afraid of the threat of legal retaliation and weaponized custody battles once they finally try to leave. Our experts reveal the grueling journey of breaking free from a …
AI is helping reveal how the brain flushes out toxic waste while we sleep. The mystery of chronic itch may finally be traced back to the finest hairs on your skin. An herbal supplement marketed as a safe, natural remedy is quietly sparking a major public health crisis among young Americans. Older adults may want to ditch the expensive dietary supplements and …
Men make up nearly half of the victims of intimate partner violence, so why do so many survivor programs focus only on women? Our experts shed light on this frequently overlooked crisis, exploring the heavy realities of male victims of intimate partner
Human bodies are normally too hot for dangerous fungi to survive, creating a natural shield that protects us from infection. However, rising global temperatures are forcing these microscopic organisms to adapt and survive in hotter environments. Our guest this week breaks down the terrifying reality of what could happen if these heat-resistant fungi evolve …
In an era dominated by keyboards, it is easy to think handwriting is a skill of the past. But are we shortchanging our brains by abandoning this ability? Our guests this week explore the critical cognitive benefits of handwriting and discuss how the physical act of writing by hand significantly boosts literacy, memory retention, and idea generation.
All of that time you spend digging earwax out of your ear isn’t just a waste of time, but can be damaging your health. Earwax is a self-cleaning substance that protects our ears from infection and debris. Dr. Andrew Tagg explains the wax’s various roles and when to know when you truly need a cleaning.
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