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Joe Graedon - November 27, 2025

See It, Fix It—A Dangerous Reflex That Took My Mother’s Life

Carotid artery surgery just failed a big test. My mom died after unnecessary heart surgery. Is the SEE IT—FIX IT reflex at work in the neck?

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Terry Graedon - November 27, 2025

Show 1336: How the Antiviral Gut Tackles Pathogens from the Inside Out (Archive)

Dr. Robynne Chutkan describes the importance of healthy gut microbes in helping the immune system control pathogens from the inside out.

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Joe Graedon - November 27, 2025

BREAKING: Subclade K Influenza is Escaping Flu Shot Protection

Is Subclade K influenza gaining ground faster than the CDC's surveillance system can keep up? Is the 2025 flu shot less effective than usual?

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Joe Graedon - November 26, 2025

FDA Approves Heart Benefits for Wegovy Weight Loss Drug

Semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) is a hot drug because of weight loss. It doesn't help dementia. What are the heart benefits for Wegovy?

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Joe Graedon - November 26, 2025

How Well Does the New Weight Loss Medicine Work?

Shedding pounds fast has become a hot topic with new weight loss medicine liraglutide and semaglutide (Wegovy). What are the pros and cons?

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Joe Graedon - November 24, 2025

Bioidentical Hormones: Estrogen, Progesterone & Testosterone vs. Depression

The FDA is removing the boxed warning from HRT. What do you need to know about the pros and cons of bioidentical hormones? Ease depression?

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Joe Graedon - November 24, 2025

Niacin or Nicotinamide for Skin Cancer Prevention? The Right B3 Matters!

Nicotinamide for skin cancer prevention reduces recurrence by 30-50%, but many take niacin by mistake and suffer flushing. Wrong Vitamin!

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Terry Graedon - November 24, 2025

What Are Pros and Cons of Cinnamon for Blood Sugar?

Cinnamon can help control blood sugar, but some brands are contaminated with lead! Learn about the pros and cons of cinnamon.

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Joe Graedon - November 24, 2025

Too Many Bad Blood Pressure Readings: How to Fix Them at Home!

Learn how to fix bad blood pressure readings at home OR in a doctor's office. Correct cuff size and proper arm position for accurate results.

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Terry Graedon - November 23, 2025

Rosuvastatin Linked to High Blood Sugar

A reader wonders if rosuvastatin contributed to his new diabetes diagnosis. Statins lower cholesterol, but they can also raise blood sugar.