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Joe Graedon - May 5, 2024

Think Zinc for Hypertension

How do you control high blood pressure? Has anyone ever mentioned minerals like magnesium or zinc for hypertension?

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Joe Graedon - May 5, 2024

Sugar and Milk Can Trigger Acne

Did you know that milk can trigger acne? Science now suggests that other foods, especially those high in sugar, may also promote acne.

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Terry Graedon - May 5, 2024

Old-Fashioned Vicks VapoRub Vindicated

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Joe Graedon - May 2, 2024

Are People Getting Sick from Bird Flu? Quite Likely!

How many people have become sick from bird flu? The official report from the CDC suggests 1. We suspect a LOT more have caught H5N1. Why care?

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Terry Graedon - May 2, 2024

Show 1384: Mending Mistrust–Can We Rebuild Faith in Medicine?

How can physicians rebuild faith in their care? They will need to practice honesty and integrity and avoid motivated reasoning.

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Terry Graedon - May 2, 2024

Why Are Measles Outbreaks Growing?

The current measles outbreaks can be traced to infections among international travelers. More than 700 cases in the country could re-establish the virus.

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Joe Graedon - May 2, 2024

What’s the Best Way to Treat Atrial Fibrillation?

AFib affects millions of people. What is the best way to treat atrial fibrillation? Are younger people developing AFib at an alarming rate?

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Terry Graedon - May 2, 2024

Will Boosting Your Step Count Save Your Life?

A study of American adults shows that people who manage a step count of at least 8,000 a day have a lower chance of dying in the next decade.

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Terry Graedon - April 29, 2024

How to Stop a Migraine by Eating Ice Cream

Eating ice cream or drinking ice water quickly as soon as headache symptoms start can be a good way to stop your migraine headache.