Medical Notes: Week of November 7, 2021

The Miracle of Synthetic Blood, How Having a Choice Increases Vaccine Acceptance, and Why Warm Winters Worsen Allergy Season. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-the-miracle-of-synthetic-blood-how-having-a-choice-increases-vaccine-acceptance-and-why-warm-winters-worsen-allergy-season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The brain is a tricky organ, which is why new research often contradicts old treatment methods. For concussions, the most recent recommendations are a complete 180 from what we previously thought. Our expert explains the new protocols and answers the age-old question: is it dangerous to sleep with a concussion? Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/the-new-guidelines-thatve-completely-changed-concussion-treatment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The pandemic had a devastating effect on childhood education. Thousands of teachers left the field and some schools were forced to shut down due to the staffing shortage. This threat continues to persist today. Our expert breaks down where the issues stem from and how we can recover before it’s too late. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/children-are-the-future-so-why-is-childcare-breaking-down Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Treating pain without opioids. Is it hot in here? The heat index estimates how hot the weather feels, which can differ from the actual temperature. Robots have taken over the operating room. You can’t trust your FitBit for accurate sleep measurements. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-opioid-alternative-for-nerve-pain-robots-are-taking-over-the-operating-room-and-how-to-accurately-measure-sleep Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Severe food allergies are on the rise, affecting nearly 1 in 13 kids in America. While researchers are still figuring out what’s behind this increase, Dr. Ruchi Gupta, a pediatrician, offers up-to-date information on how to safely introduce new foods to young children – and the early warning signs of potential food allergies. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/the-allergy-epidemic-protecting-your-kids-from-severe-food-allergies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michelle Rapkin has beat cancer three times and has gained invaluable knowledge along the way. She’s created a step-by-step guide that lays out all of the tips and tricks of being the perfect cancer patient. She shares practical information while giving readers the confidence to be their own best advocate. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/from-detection-to-remission-the-complete-guide-to-being-a-cancer-patient Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are you over-Food allergies are on the rise? Are you scared of the dentist? A new link to Alzheimer's disease. Are teenagers too busy? Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-overcoming-your-fear-of-the-dentist-solving-severe-food-allergies-and-why-teenagers-may-be-too-busy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Have you tried the sleepy girl mocktail yet to help fall and stay asleep? You’re not alone. Millions of people struggle with sleep and are on the hunt for a product that will do the trick. Unfortunately, many options aren’t backed by science. Dr. Devon Smith, an insomnia specialist, debunks various sleep aid myths and reveals the habits that will truly help get your sleep back on track. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/trouble-sleeping-we-have-the-answers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Colorectal cancer has historically targeted adults aged 60 and older, but that’s started to shift over the last couple of decades. Now, the cancer is being seen in younger and younger adults, prompting changes in screening guidelines and awareness strategies. Our experts explain how to catch this silent killer early enough to cure it. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/catching-a-silent-killer-the-symptomless-cancer-targeting-younger-adults Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are you over-medicated? Reading may be the secret to success. If you’re pregnant, you may want to add more salt to your diet. The solar eclipse is almost here! Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-staying-safe-during-the-solar-eclipse-why-you-should-constantly-talk-to-your-newborn-and-are-you-over-medicated Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices