How Doctors Can Transplant Organs Without a Donor Match
This week, we discuss how creative thinking and plasma exchange technology helped save one patient's life.
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Correcting the Misinformation Surrounding Parents With Disabilities
Hull’s new book ‘We’ve Got This’ compiles stories from disabled parents around the world to prove that having a disability doesn’t equate to being a bad parent.
How You Can Make Anxiety Your Best Friend
Natalie Kohlhaas explains the biological function of anxiety and how we can learn to love the feeling.
…More And More Mothers Are Dying Each Year – Why Can’t We Stop It?
Dr. Lindsay Admon joins us this week to explain the factors feeding into this crisis and offers potential solutions that could save more women. Nicky Dawkins, a professional doula, also chimes in with the benefits of bringing in extra advocates.
Drunkorexia: A Popular Practice That Leads to Malnourishment
Experts reveal why engaging in this practice can lead to weight gain and other health risks.
‘The Most Powerful Drugs Known to Man’: A Guide to Anesthesia
Dr. James Cottrell believes everyone should be knowledgeable about these dangerous drugs in order to ask questions and make sure you’re getting the best anesthesia – and anesthesiologist -- for your needs.
Aging With Your Home: Renovations To Make Your Space More Accessible
As we age, certain aspects of our home, like stairs and loose rugs, can become major obstacles. And while renovations can seem intimidating and expensive, there are many simple changes that can make a huge difference.
How Air Travel Becomes a Nightmare for People With Disabilities
Josue Cordova explains the struggles of traveling with a disability and how to fix these issues.
Trying To Fix the Biased Lab Testing That’s Cost Countless Lives
The main test for kidney disease has historically had different threshold requirements based on race, which has led to lower diagnosing rates and higher death rates from the condition in people of color
The Doctor That Can Actually Feel His Patients’ Pain
Mirror-touch synesthesia is a sensory processing disorder where a person can feel the sensations of another. As you can imagine, this condition can be an asset for certain people, like Dr. Joel Salinas.
Chronic Heartburn Isn’t Normal – It Can Cause More Harm Than Smoking
Dr. Samir Patel details how to properly treat your heartburn before it becomes a serious issue.
Love the Person, Hate Their Behavior: Supporting an Addict
An expert discusses the steps families can take to fight against substance use addiction.
