Generic Drugs: The Industry Secrets That Can Lead To Drug Shortages

Cadavers have long been the go-to for anatomy and dissection courses in medical school. However, with so much emerging technology at our fingertips, using donors for these purposes may become obsolete. Our expert explains how virtual reality and 3D renderings are changing the future of medical education. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/why-medical-schools-are-throwing-out-cadavers-in-favor-of-vr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meningitis B is a rare but deadly disease. At first, it looks like a case of the flu, but waiting to go to the hospital could prove to be a fatal mistake. Our experts share how this infection has impacted their own lives and the best prevention strategies for you and loved ones. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/its-not-rare-if-it-affects-your-child-prevention-strategies-for-meningitis-b Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pregnancy changes more than just belly size. How much does social media affect anxiety? Is there anything that can cure a hangover? Are adult braces making a comeback?  Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-teeth-whitening-may-be-ruining-your-health-reducing-obesity-in-kids-with-adhd-and-is-this-the-unhealthiest-time-in-american-history Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Genome editing could potentially erase all genetic diseases from humanity, but is the tradeoff worth it? Our DNA is an intricately woven story of each individual person, meaning that changing one piece could have unexpected, detrimental effects somewhere else in the body. Our expert explains the incredible opportunities -- and astonishing risks -- of using CRISPR to edit the human genome. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/human-genome-editing-overnight-evolution-or-modern-eugenics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As pan respiratory virus season creeps up on us, being properly protected can save you a lot of money. New data shows that billions of dollars are spent each year by RSV patients in direct and indirect costs. Our experts discuss the complete economic burden of this disease and how you can stay healthy this winter. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/how-getting-sick-can-cost-you-billions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is this the unhealthiest time in American history? New recommendations for kids with ADHD. Your pearly whites may be ruining your health. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-teeth-whitening-may-be-ruining-your-health-reducing-obesity-in-kids-with-adhd-and-is-this-the-unhealthiest-time-in-american-history Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When a wound is too large for staples or sutures, skin grafts are used to cover the area. Since they’re usually taken from a healthy part of the patient’s body, it often means having two wounds to care for. Our expert explains the new technology that’s revolutionizing this industry and shortening patient’s healing journey. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/spray-on-skin-the-future-of-skin-grafting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A large portion of the prescription medication American’s consume are generic. But with many of the active ingredients being sourced and manufactured in other countries, are our federal oversights enough protection? This week, our expert explains the systems in place – as well as their weaknesses and strengths. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/generic-drugs-the-industry-secrets-that-can-lead-to-drug-shortages Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is cooked food a health risk? If you have anxiety, you may be able to blame your ancestors. Does music make you more spontaneous? Why you should take a nap before judging someone else. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-how-surprise-sounds-lead-to-risky-decisions-why-cooked-foods-raise-cancer-risks-and-the-genetic-cause-of-anxiety Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Ilea Khan has spent her life in constant pain. Though she may appear healthy on the outside, Khan suffers from the same rare disease as Celine Dion – stiff person syndrome. This week, she explains what it’s like to live with an invisible illness and why advocacy and community is so crucial for people living with SPS. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/stiff-person-syndrome-dying-from-an-invisible-disease Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices