Medical Notes: Week of November 14, 2021

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

Many people view dementia as a death sentence, but Dr. Tia Powell says we need to rethink our perspective. You can prepare today for a possible future of declined mental health. She details how to invest in your future by learning certain skills and activities that you can do at any age and in many capacities. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/should-we-embrace-dementia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Suicide rates in the U.S. are rising and there’s still a lot of misinformation out there. Is it truly a selfish act? Could the parents have done more to prevent it? Our experts discuss the different perspectives of suicide and the stigmas that follow them. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/the-suicide-stigma-stories-from-parents-experts-and-attempt-survivors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The gift of sight… Should kids wear headphones? What do humans and bulls have in common? Improving the future of plant-based foods. Learn More: https://radiohealthjournal.org/medical-notes-reversing-blindness-how-bulls-are-helping-male-infertility-research-and-why-headphones-may-pose-a-danger-to-kids Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices