Bästa Franz Friends podcaster (2024)

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The Breast Conversation on Mammograms with Dr. Robyn Roth (The Boobie Docs) 54:05

7M ago54:05

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According to the American Cancer Society, breast cancer remains to be the most common cancer, excluding skin cancers, and accounts for the second leading cause of cancer death, following lung cancer, in women across the nation. Yet, despite these staggering statistics, a Current Oncology commentary from Harvard Medical School states that misinforma…

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The Dark Side of Medicine (Literally: Radiology) with Dr. Sally Choi (DrSallymanderChoi) 1:00:58

7M ago1:00:58

1:00:58

According to the World Health Organization, around 3.6 billion diagnostic radiologic medical examinations are performed worldwide yearly. Diagnostic imaging exams — including X-rays, MRIs, Ultrasounds, CT scans, and PET scans — can truly save lives and change the trajectory of a patient's care plan by potentially preventing the necessity of surgery…

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Gray Hair and Silver Linings with Geriatrician Dr. Christina Chen 53:33

8M ago53:33

53:33

According to the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM), nearly one-fourth of older adults aged 65 and older are at increased risk for loneliness and are considered to be socially isolated, with risk factors being attributed to hearing loss, losing family or friends, role changes such as retirement, living alone, and chro…

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Vascular Surgery is Not in Vein with Dr. Yang Yang 50:50

8M ago50:50

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Did you know that, according to the National Institute of Aging, if we stretched out our arteries, veins, and capillaries as adults, they would measure around 100,000 miles? This means that our blood vessels could circle the globe four times, given that the earth's circumference is about 25,000 miles! The human vasculature is truly an intricate sys…

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Make Mobility Gait Again with Dr. Harris Choe (HYC Physio Physical Therapy & Sports Performance) 50:56

8M ago50:56

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According to the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), approximately 2.9 million annual injuries occur in sports, athletic, and recreational settings, with sprains and strains accounting for the largest portion of injuries at 41.4 per 1,000. Truly, the universal recommendation is that we all engage in physical activity and exercise due to i…

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Life in Plastic [Surgery], It's Fantastic with Dr. Alex Sun 41:01

8M ago41:01

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"Life in plastic, it's fantastic." This iconic line from the 1997 hit song "Barbie Girl" by Europop band Aqua alludes to the Barbie doll that debuted in 1959. Barbie has long been the paradigm of societal attractiveness through physical features, as confirmed by a survey report by Fairmont State College professor Albert M. Magro. In the same year a…

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Cutting Up Fruits with Asian Mental Health Project and Anise Health 1:29:19

9M ago1:29:19

1:29:19

According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, in 2021, 25% of Asian American adults with a mental illness reported receiving mental health services compared to 52% of White adults. Additionally, Asians were 2.25x more likely to report mental health treatment being ineffective. What is it about the Asian American commun…

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Subreddits and Succinylcholine with CRNA Chrissy Massaro and Anna Jobe (Confident Care Academy) 1:13:08

9M ago1:13:08

1:13:08

According to the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA), approximately 65% of over 50 million anesthesia services in the United States are delivered by certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs) each year, whether in collaboration with a physician or independently. In many rural and underserved areas in America, this percentage is…

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Is It Insomnia or Is It Just the Wi-Fi? with Sleep Neurologist Dr. Meredith Broderick (Sound Sleep Guru) 39:46

9M ago39:46

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According to the Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM), the Sleep Research Society (SRS), and the National Sleep Foundation (NSF), adults should regularly sleep at least 7 hours a night to promote optimal health. However, over one-quarter of adults do not meet this recommendation. (Oops, me included!) AASM states that about 30% of adults have insomnia s…

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Weeding Out Myths with CBD Coach Amy Chin (Calm Better Days) 53:26

10M ago53:26

53:26

According to Harvard Medical School, the endocannabinoid system (ECS) is a long-hidden mystery of the human body - a complex network of chemical signals and cellular receptors that play a crucial role in regulating various essential functions in our body, such as sleep, temperature regulation, immune responses, learning and memory, and so much more…

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Weathering the Brain Storm with Neuro-Oncology NP Joon Myung 1:03:05

10M ago1:03:05

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There is a saying that goes, "The mind is the Devil's playground." Though this particularly refers to thoughts, mindsets, and emotions, the organ that houses the mind also seems to be an abode to nefarious diseases that have long been regarded as death sentences. Brain tumors and cancers, like meningioma and glioblastoma, are the most-feared advers…

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It's More Sun in the Philippines with Dermatologists Dr. Mara, Dr. Chesca, and Dr. Jaja 1:09:04

10M ago1:09:04

1:09:04

Does sunscreen really prevent skin cancer? The higher the SPF, the better? Do oral sunscreen and UPF clothing actually work? Does the sun cause melasma and hyperpigmentation? Does one still need to apply sunscreen during the winter or if staying inside the house? We are joined today, not by one, not two, but three expert board-certified dermatologi…

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Beyond the Bedside with "NursePreneurs" Nurse.com, Adni, and The Nursing Beat 1:34:57

10M ago1:34:57

1:34:57

Throughout nursing school, working in the hospital or at "the bedside" was definitely the encouraged career path after graduation and licensure. According to the American Association of Colleges of Nursing, 55% of registered nurses worked in hospitals in 2022. However, a beauty of the nursing profession is its versatility of where one could take a …

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The Most Correct Answer with Nurse Educators Stephanee Beggs and Meris Shuwarger 1:35:34

11M ago1:35:34

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Have you ever seen the meme that goes: "Nursing exams be like: 'Which one is the most orange?'" and goes on to provide four images of the same orange fruit? Having been a nursing student myself years ago who bore the burden of these tests that were often oblique and required specific tackling strategies, I understand the pressure and mental stress …

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The Way to a Man's Brain Is Through His Stomach with Neuroscientist Dr. Aya Osman 49:19

11M ago49:19

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Over the past few years, the health and wellness space has been flooded with the concept of the "gut microbiome," or the ecosystem of microorganisms in our stomachs. Probiotics, which have become prominent on social media, are said to strengthen this bacterial community and can result in benefits like improved nutrient absorption, skin inflammation…

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The White Coat and the Apron with Chef Dr. Yoon Sung (Cooking with Yoon) 51:02

11M ago51:02

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Who here lives to eat good food? According to Nature Medicine and the American Society for Nutrition, food is undeniably essential to both our physical and mental health. Beyond the nutrients we acquire from food alongside their ability to prevent and fight disease, certain foods can improve mood and result in the reduction of depressive symptoms. …

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Cease and Disease with Dr. Katrine Wallace (Epidemiologist Kat) 1:06:52

11M ago1:06:52

1:06:52

Disease. Sickness. Malady. These are words that can truly send a chill down the spine as they bring us to the reality of the fragility of life and our proximity to the brink of death. Greek physician Hippocrates, known as the "father of medicine" from the 4th century BC, was the first known person to investigate the reasoning behind disease and its…

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It's Going Tibia Good Day with Occupational Therapist Emily Longwell-Grice (That OT PhD Life) 54:03

12M ago54:03

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There are what seem to be rudimentary acts in our daily life that we do without a second thought, to the point that we refer to them as "second nature." Whether it's buttoning our shirts, turning a doorknob, or using a fork to eat, these are things that our body has already memorized, like taking a breath. However, what happens when we lose the abi…

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No Spoonful of Sugar-coating with Dr. Sheila Pérez-Colón (Elite Endocrine MD) 51:07

12M ago51:07

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According to the 1964 Mary Poppins children's film, "just a spoonful of sugar" is said to make the medicine go down. But what if we say that those daily spoons of sweetness may actually result in the need for kids to take medication? According to the American Diabetes Association, approximately 30 million people in the United States alone in 2021 w…

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Brushes and Blades with Artist and Neurosurgeon Dr. Kathryn Ko (Doc Ambidexter) 53:56

12M ago53:56

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At first, the operating room and an art studio may seem to be the antithesis of settings and purposes. However, they could not be more alike and comparable: the stillness of focus of both operating on an organ and painting on a canvas, the vast array of sterile scalpels and paintbrushes, the richness of flowing bright red blood on the table and the…

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Brace Yourself for the World of Orthodontics with Dr. Vivian Chen 40:12

1y ago40:12

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Smiling is a universal symbol of happiness. However, there are instances when the ability to smile is taken away from a person, outside of mere saddening and heartbreaking life occurrences. There are situations when one chooses not to smile because of how it looks on them. In a 2019 survey of 2,000 Americans by Snow Teeth Whitening, 57% of people s…

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[Power]lifting Up Science with Biomedical Engineer Emily Hu 48:02

1y ago48:02

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It is so fascinating to think of how much the body can take before breaking. However, there are people who definitely engage in activities and sports that seem to take the body's limits and potential to the most extreme of environments and conditions. In this episode, we hear from a professional athlete who is constantly vulnerable to both physical…

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Serving Others and Serving Looks with Fashion Model Dr. Samantha Tall 50:24

1y ago50:24

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One shameless confession that I have is my love for watching the show "Hannah Montana" on Disney Channel as a kid. The concept of living two different personas as a normal student in the daytime and a rockstar at night spoke to my reality of wanting to be so many things as a child: an actor, a doctor, a dancer, a marine biologist (despite me not kn…

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16 Minutes and More with Dr. Michelle Rockwell (Doctor Mommy, MD) 41:15

1y ago41:15

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According to the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), medicine remains male-dominated, with women physicians making up only 37.1% of the workforce in 2021. However, a study that same year released by The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) found that women are 32% more likely to die post-operatively if their surgeon was a…

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Third Time's the Charm with Christian Franz 9:43

1y ago9:43

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AND WE'RE BACK! I am beyond excited to announce that the third season of the Friends of Franz Podcast is finally dropping every Friday morning at 5 AM EST starting this week on December 1st, on all streaming platforms worldwide! I am beyond grateful for the support you have granted this passion project I have produced and hosted for the past three …

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Dr. Tiffany Moon: The Real Housewife of Medicine 28:28

1+ y ago28:28

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I made sure to end this season with a loud and shiny BANG! Diamonds...the most coveted gemstones in all of its beauty and radiance. Yet, their journey into brilliance is borne out of intense pressure and melting heat. This is true of our special guest today: primordial stories of pain and questions that have materialized with hard work and determin…

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Weighing in on Obesity with Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen (New York Endocrinology) 35:19

1+ y ago35:19

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Over the past year, the tabloids and social media feeds have been flooded with so much discourse and opinions on obesity and its entailed weight loss medications, specifically injectables, such as Ozempic, Mounjaro, and Wegovy. Known as incretin gut-derived hormones, GIP and GLP-1, that regulate secreted insulin levels after food consumption, these…

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Spilling the Pre-Shift Anxie-tea with Diana Page (Self-Care Catalyst) 45:40

1+ y ago45:40

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July 1st is known across the United States as the day when medical school graduates start their first day as resident physicians in hospitals nationwide. As with all new beginnings, anxiety and fear are common and expected emotions in assuming these new roles and responsibilities. However, this trepidation does not end after one’s first day of work…

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Capsules and Capitalism with Dr. Arunima Bera 55:17

1+ y ago55:17

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According to Insider Intelligence, 1 in 5 adult Americans cannot afford the lifesaving prescription drugs they need. And according to the American Hospital Association, approximately 3.5 million patients in the U.S. cannot receive the medical care that they need due to the absence of transportation access to their providers. This statistic does not…

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Doctors Have Fillings Too with Dr. Hamza Gaj 47:08

1+ y ago47:08

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According to a 2022 Gallup World Poll, 60% of employees reported being emotionally detached from work, with 19% stating that they were miserable. Job dissatisfaction and unhappiness are truly multifactorial states brought about by several facets ranging from systemic-wide issues to extraneous phenomena that could occur in an employee's personal lif…

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Forever A Loan with Dr. Justin Jones (Simple Finance Community) 50:05

1+ y ago50:05

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According to Debt.org, the American household debt was calculated to be almost $17 trillion in 2022. Almost $2 trillion of this value is designated to be student loans, while approximately $1 trillion is due to credit card debt. Definitely, the accumulation of this debt, both on household and individual levels, can place such an emotional and psych…

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Into the Meta-stasis with Dr. Sanjay Juneja (TheOncDoc) 57:34

1+ y ago57:34

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The fingers on my hands are not enough to enumerate the number of television shows and films I have watched since childhood where cancer is made to be the death sentence and the divider of the families of either the main or supporting character. The protagonist feels a certain pain, is shown inside the doctor's office, and the physician somberly st…

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Getting Cultured on Viruses with Immunologist Dr. Azza Gadir 1:00:04

1+ y ago1:00:04

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According to National Geographic, about ten nonillion (10 to the 31st power) individual viruses are said to exist on our planet Earth. Of these, biologists estimate that 380 trillion live on and in our bodies at a given moment. The common thought when it comes to viruses is disease and sickness. In fact, a recent pandemic owes its ravaging existenc…

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How Do You Want Your Eggs? with Dr. Serena H. Chen 53:46

1+ y ago53:46

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In 1973, through the U.S. Supreme Court decision of Roe v. Wade, women were given the right of access and privacy to abortion without federal or state-wide regulation. However, on June 24, 2022, the Supreme Court overturned this landmark ruling with the Dobbs vs. Jackson Women’s Health Organization case. Now, the right to abortion care and reproduc…

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Hair We Are Today with Olaplex CEO JuE Wong 55:34

1+ y ago55:34

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According to a report by Yale University, a person's hair and hairstyle impact not only our self-image but also the impression of others about us. Throughout the decades, society and media have inculcated the image of "perfect hair" as free-flowing, shiny, and tangle-free. However, this is definitely a false presentation of the realities of hair. T…

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Pocketful of Sunscreen with Dermatology PA Jamie Kim 43:59

1+ y ago43:59

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Skin cancer has been named the most common cancer in the United States. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, one in five American people is estimated to develop skin cancer in their lifetime, with almost 10,000 diagnoses every day. Of the three major types of skin cancer being basal cell carcinoma (BCC), squamous cell carcinoma (SCC), …

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Eye Clear Up LASIK and Cataract Surgery with Dr. Dagny Zhu 46:50

1+ y ago46:50

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The beauty of the world can be appreciated with our eyes, but problems with our sense of vision can reduce the clarity and quality of this wonder, such as myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), astigmatism, dry eye, cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and complete blindness. According to the American Acad…

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Zit-ting Down with My Acne Big Cyster Cassandra Bankson 49:47

1+ y ago49:47

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According to the American Academy of Dermatology, up to 50 million Americans are affected by acne annually, making it the most common skin condition. Defined as the clogging of hair follicles with oil and dead skin cells, acne usually begins in adolescence though it can extend up to adulthood. Beyond the overt physical pain and struggle of breakout…

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Lettuce Taco 'Bout Diet and Nutrition with Michelle Routhenstein (Entirely Nourished) 54:35

2y ago54:35

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According to the CDC, around 17% of American adults aged 20 and over were involved in a special diet on any given day between 2015-2018. Whether to lose weight, achieve a certain physical aesthetic, optimize health, or prevent chronic disease, the tricky world of food consumption (or the avoidance of it) plagues almost every community. From this ar…

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The Most Trusted Profession with Nurse Clara Jones 1:08:35

2y ago1:08:35

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According to a 2015 national data qualitative study, a group of sourced reasons why people avoid medical care were interpersonal causes: communication issues, lack of trust, perception of discrimination, and the belief that healthcare professionals do not actually care about them. These are concrete concerns as we often hear of patients' experience…

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Teaching Kids to Talk Back with Joanne Cazeau (Koze Speech Therapy) 1:03:49

2y ago1:03:49

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The ability to communicate with others, in whatever mode or form, is truly such a gift. Whether it's through spoken words, written language, signs made by the hands, or through the use of devices, our thoughts, feelings, needs, and wants can be expressed to others. Unfortunately, this is not the truth for everybody. According to the American Speech…

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Taking Pride in LGBTQ+ Primary Care with Asia Sullivan (Couture in Clinic) 53:48

2y ago53:48

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According to a 2021 systematic review by the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, members of the LGBTQ+ community have higher rates of mental health problems, such as anxiety and depression, substance abuse, and suicide, compared to the cis-heterosexual population. Beyond mental health, physical health was also seen to…

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The Absolute Tooth About Veneers with Dr. Joyce Kahng (Joyce The Dentist) 57:47

2y ago57:47

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According to the American Psychological Association, smiling - even if forced - can help boost one's mood. But what if you cannot seem to smile in public? The CDC states one-quarter of adults over 65 have severe tooth loss. Missing, misaligned, and discolored teeth can truly impact one's ability to freely smile and have self-confidence. We see the …

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Medical School for Kids with Dr. Betty Nguyen and Dr. Brandon Pham 53:16

2y ago53:16

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According to the American Library Association, around 22,000 children's books were published in 2009 alone. A myriad of papers and storylines arrive in people's homes every day, ranging from magical worlds to scientific pamphlets. However, only a small fraction of these books are targeted at kids who have developed an interest in the sciences of th…

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Urine Good Hands with Dr. Fenwa Milhouse (Your Favorite Urologist) 52:39

2y ago52:39

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According to Mayo Clinic, about 50% of women suffer from urinary incontinence, the inability to control urination voluntarily. However, only 25-61% of affected women discuss this problem with their healthcare providers. The resistance to sharing these urologic issues, both men and women, stem from shame and fear of judgment. This also stands true f…

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Getting Sheet-Faced with Jude Chao (Fiddy Snails) 54:18

2y ago54:18

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According to a 2015 cross-sectional research study, psychological burden was seen in many patients suffering from skin diseases. As someone who suffered from severe acne, I truly understand the anxiety of having to face the world. This is where skincare saved my and others' lives: ensuring skin health alongside mere peace as a ritual. But the skinc…

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Dogtor Zonram Liao, Do Pets Go to Heaven? 56:03

2y ago56:03

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Pet animals and their human owners (or, as our expert guest likes to call them, "pet parents") truly share a special connection that transcends species and biology. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, over 80 households in the United States owned dogs, cats, birds, and horses back in 2017-2018. Why are we so inclined to consid…

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The Case of CVICU Nurses with Dr. Danielle LeVeck (Nurse Abnormalities) 1:02:05

2y ago1:02:05

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The American Heart Association relayed that the 1960s saw the first rise of coronary care units (CCU) in response to heart attacks. Today, cardiac ICUs, both medical and surgical, provide intensive care to a breadth of fatalities, ranging from arrest to post-open heart surgeries. The CVICU is seen to be a home for a "special breed" of nurses with i…

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How to Avoid a Broken Heart with Dr. Ali Haider (YourHeartDoc) 42:28

2y ago42:28

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According to the CDC, cardiovascular disease remains to be the leading cause of death worldwide across all gender, race, and ethnic groups. In fact, one person in the United States dies from it every 34 seconds. Cardiac pathologies are sometimes seen to be “silent killers,” only recognized during the actual critical moment. Are there recommended di…

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Teeny-Weeny Preemies with Dr. Kate Rubey 46:03

2y ago46:03

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The neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) is the hospital ward where no new parents ever hope to be. Though a safe haven for babies, the NICU becomes a temporary home to those who require immediate medical care, such as preterm or premature babies (born before 37 weeks of pregnancy), congenital anomalies (i.e., birth defects), and infections. Accordi…

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