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Medical Notes: How Birth Control Is Changing Your Brain, The Sneaky Cause Of Air Pollution, And Are You Eating The Right Type Of Protein?

Is birth control safe to use? Millions of women use hormonal contraception, and new research is showing it may be affecting more than reproduction. Research in the journal Hormones And Behavior shows that contraceptives seem to affect brain processes that are responsible for emotions and memory. The paper has connected that birth control appears to

todayOctober 8, 2025

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Resiliency After Disaster – Why We Need To Prioritize Social Infrastructure

When a natural disaster strikes, the physical destruction is obvious, but the hidden toll on mental health often gets overlooked. NYU researcher Alexis Merdjanoff explains why disaster recovery plans leave communities unprepared, how timing is critical for mental health support, and how investing in strong social connections before tragedy hits can speed recovery. Guest Information:

todayOctober 5, 2025

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Will Acupuncture Help You Recover Faster From Surgery?

Many people assume their heart surgery will be the most nerve-wracking part of their treatment, but the reality is much different. Often, recovering from this procedure can become so stressful that patients can develop a heart rhythm disorder. Our experts discuss the ancient medicine practice that’s providing much-needed relief for these patients. Guest Information: Dr.

todayOctober 5, 2025

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Glioblastoma: The Aggressive Brain Cancer That Has A Sweet Tooth

Glioblastoma is an aggressive form of brain cancer that leaves many patients with only two years to live, if they’re lucky. One obstacle researchers face is understanding how the tumors grow so fast. Our expert explains his breakthrough research on the cancer’s metabolic habits and how it’ll help increase life expectancy for patients. Guest Information:

todaySeptember 28, 2025

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Heal The Soul, Heal The Body: Immersive Reality For Interfaith Rooms

Many interfaith rooms in hospitals are either too specific to one religion or not specific enough to feel sacred. Our experts this week discuss how immersive reality and Disney technology can help give patients the religious rooms they crave while fighting for their lives. Guest Information: Roger Holzberg, Co-Founder, Reimagine Well Annette Walker, President, City

todaySeptember 28, 2025

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Medical Notes: You’re Taking Too Many Medications, Why Early Detection For Alzheimer’s Disease Isn’t Working, And A Better Treatment For Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Are you taking too many medications? In a review of nearly two thousand older adults, about one in three took five or more prescription drugs. These people had worse balance, weaker grip strength, and walked slower than their peers. Researchers believe it’s not necessarily the type of drugs that are contributing to this difference, but

todaySeptember 24, 2025

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