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Best podcasts about early detection

Latest podcast episodes about early detection

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary
D.A.M.M. Good Trouble: Ann Marie Morse

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 43:12


Dr. Anne Marie Morse walks into the studio like a one-woman Jersey Broadway show and leaves behind the best damn TED Talk you've never heard. She's a neurologist, sleep medicine doc, narcolepsy expert, founder of D.A.M.M. Good Sleep, and full-time myth buster in a white coat. We talk about why sleep isn't a luxury, why your mattress does matter, and how melatonin is the new Flintstones vitamin with a marketing budget. We unpack the BS around sleep hygiene, blow up the medical gaslighting around “disorders,” and dig into how a former aspiring butterfly became one of the loudest voices for patient-centered science. Also: naps, kids, burnout, CPAPs, co-sleeping, airport pods, the DeLorean, and Carl Sagan. If you think you're getting by on five hours of sleep and vibes, you're not. This episode will make you want to take a nap—and then call your doctor.RELATED LINKSdammgoodsleep.com: https://www.dammgoodsleep.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anne-marie-morse-753b2821/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dammgoodsleepDocWire News Author Page: https://www.docwirenews.com/author/anne-marie-morseSleep Review Interview: https://sleepreviewmag.com/practice-management/marketing/word-of-mouth/sleep-advocacy-anne-marie-morse/Geisinger Bio: https://providers.geisinger.org/provider/anne-marie-morse/756868SWHR Profile: https://swhr.org/team/anne-marie-morse-do-faasm/FEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship inquiries, email podcast@matthewzachary.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

ZOE Science & Nutrition
Are you at high risk of breast cancer? Follow this early detection guide | Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi

ZOE Science & Nutrition

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 53:27


Do you really know your breast cancer risk? Many women think they do – trusting family history, regular checkups, and mammograms to keep them safe. But what if these measures leave dangerous blind spots, leading to later, more aggressive diagnoses? Today's episode is a powerful wake-up call. Joining us is globally renowned OBGYN, Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi. Known simply as “Dr. A” to her global following, she's OBGYN to royals and celebrities, and a leading voice on women's health featured on The Kardashians, The Doctors, and Dr. Phil. Dr. Aliabadi shares her own shocking story: how, despite following all the rules, she uncovered a hidden cancer risk that standard screening completely missed. Today you'll learn why your lifetime risk may be higher than you've been told, how diet and lifestyle could change your trajectory, and the essential steps to take today to safeguard your health. This is information every woman needs - don't wait until it's too late. Unwrap the truth about your food

Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center Podcasts
Cancer Matters with Dr Bill Nelson - Cancer Risk

Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 20:28


Dr Bill Nelson speaks with Dr Kala Visvanathan about her research assessing breast cancer risk, why many people are developing cancers earlier in life, and the tools she is developing to find cancer sooner, when it can be treated more effectively. 

Petworking
Early Detection, Better Protection: Nu.Q Aims to Save Dog's Lives With Accessible Cancer Screening

Petworking

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 56:42


In this heartfelt episode of Petworking, host Peter Kenseth interviews Dr. Tom Butera, CEO of Volition Veterinary, about their groundbreaking Nu.Q Cancer screening technology. Peter shares his personal experience with his dog Peony's melanoma diagnosis and how early detection saved her life.Dr. Butera, with his impressive background spanning academia, clinical practice, and corporate veterinary medicine, explains how Nu.Q is transforming early cancer detection in pets. This simple blood test can identify cancer biomarkers before symptoms appear, potentially saving millions of canine lives.With approximately 6 million dogs diagnosed with cancer annually in the US alone, this technology represents a paradigm shift in veterinary medicine - moving from treating symptomatic animals to early detection when immune systems are still strong.Learn about:How the Nu.Q test works and which cancers it detects bestWhen your dog should be screened (hint: all senior dogs, and predisposed breeds much earlier)The potential revolution in cancer treatment protocolsHow early detection can dramatically improve survival rates and quality of lifeThis episode offers invaluable information for every dog parent who wants to maximize their time with their beloved companion. Don't miss this important conversation about protecting your pet through early cancer detection!

Government Of Saint Lucia
Saint Lucia launches Event-Based Surveillance System to Ensure Early Detection and Response of Potential Public Health Threats

Government Of Saint Lucia

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 4:36


Saint Lucia has taken a crucial step to strengthen its ability to detect early and respond to potential public health threats by launching the National Event-Based Surveillance System. This system is designed to incorporate an unstructured way of identifying and assessing reports of potential public health threats through channels such as the community and social media platforms. Saint Lucia has taken a crucial step to strengthen its ability to detect early and respond to potential public health threats by launching the National Event-Based Surveillance System. This system is designed to incorporate an unstructured way of identifying and assessing reports of potential public health threats through channels such as the community and social media platforms. 

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary
The Elastic Life of Gigi Robinson

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 46:02


Gigi Robinson grew up with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, a disease that turns your joints into overcooked spaghetti. Instead of letting it sideline her, she built a career out of telling the truth about invisible illness. We talk about what it takes to grow up faster than you should, why chronic illness is the worst unpaid internship, and how she turned her story into a business. You'll hear about her days schlepping to physical therapy before sunrise, documenting the sterile absurdity of waiting rooms, and finding purpose in the mess. Gigi's not interested in pity or polished narratives. She wants you to see what resilience really looks like, even when it's ugly. If you think you know what an influencer does, think again. This conversation will challenge your assumptions about work, health, and what it means to be seen.RELATED LINKSGigi Robinson Website: https://www.gigirobinson.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gigirobinsonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsgigirobinsonTikTok: @itsgigirobinsonA Kids Book About Chronic Illness: https://akidsco.com/products/a-kids-book-about-chronic-illnessFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship inquiries, email podcast@matthewzachary.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Oncology Nursing Podcast
Episode 370: Colorectal Cancer Screening, Early Detection, and Disparities

The Oncology Nursing Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2025 40:04


“The five-year relative survival rate for localized, or cancer that is confined to the colon or the rectum, is 91% for colon cancer and 90% for rectal cancer. Distant, metastasized to other organs—the five-year survival rate is 13% for colon and 18% for rectal cancer. So that really shows you the huge difference in screening and where screening can come in and make better outcomes,” ONS member Kris Mathey, DNP, APRN-CNP, AOCNP®, gastrointestinal medical oncology nurse practitioner at The James Cancer Hospital of The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, told Jaime Weimer, MSN, RN, AGCNS-BS, AOCNS®, manager of oncology nursing practice at ONS, during a conversation about colorectal cancer screening. Music Credit: “Fireflies and Stardust” by Kevin MacLeod Licensed under Creative Commons by Attribution 3.0  Earn 0.75 contact hours of nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) by listening to the full recording and completing an evaluation at courses.ons.org by July 4, 2026. The planners and faculty for this episode have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose. ONS is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. Learning outcome: Leaners will report an increase in knowledge related to colorectal screening, early detection, and disparities. Episode Notes Complete this evaluation for free NCPD. ONS Podcast™ episode: Episode 153: Metastatic Colorectal Cancer Has More Treatment Options Than Ever Before ONS Voice articles: AI-Assisted Colonoscopy Can Detect Small Colon Polyps As Colorectal Cancer Incidence Increases in Younger Patients, USPSTF Issues New Screening Guidelines. Here's How Nurses Can Encourage Uptake Colorectal Cancer Prevention, Screening, Treatment, and Survivorship Recommendations Text Messaging Reduces Disparities in Colorectal Cancer Screening USPSTF Recommends Colorectal Cancer Screening Should Begin at 45 Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing articles: Colorectal Cancer in Young Adults: Considerations for Oncology Nurses Colorectal Cancer Screening: A Quality Improvement Initiative Using a Bilingual Patient Navigator, Mobile Technology, and Fecal Immunochemical Testing to Engage Hispanic Adults Oncology Nursing Forum article: Disparities in Cancer Screening in Sexual and Gender Minority Populations: A Secondary Analysis of Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System Data ONS Course: Prevention, Detection, and the Science of Cancer—Oncology RN ONS Biomarker Database ONS Colorectal Cancer Learning Library American Cancer Society colorectal cancer resources Colorectal Cancer Alliance To discuss the information in this episode with other oncology nurses, visit the ONS Communities. To find resources for creating an ONS Podcast club in your chapter or nursing community, visit the ONS Podcast Library. To provide feedback or otherwise reach ONS about the podcast, email pubONSVoice@ons.org. Highlights From This Episode “Interestingly, recent studies suggest that starting screening even earlier than 45, such as age 40, could significantly reduce mortality and incidence rates, especially as colorectal cancer is rising among younger adults.” TS 2:42 “[Artificial intelligence]-enhanced screening tools are also being developed to improve sensitivity, reduce turnaround time, and enable real-time monitoring of disease progression. These innovations aim to make screening more accessible and accurate, especially in our underserved populations. So there's a huge impact on early detection.” TS 4:07 “Those with multiple chronic conditions or limited mobility may be less likely to complete screening, and those results may be harder to interpret. I mentioned a little bit earlier about our underserved or minority populations. Those barriers such as limited health literacy, lack of insurance, and cultural stigma can reduce screening uptake and ultimately follow-through.” TS 12:25 “Patient navigation programs—this is where we have trained navigators to help patients schedule appointments, understand procedures, and ultimately overcome some of these logistical hurdles. These have actually been shown to significantly boost screening rates. Also, those mailed stool-based-test kits—sending those kits directly to a patient home, especially with a personalized letter from a provider to add that extra little touch, has proven effective in increasing participation.” TS 21:29 “Our screening can detect cancer before symptoms appear and even identify precancerous polyps, which can be removed to prevent cancer altogether. Studies actually show that regular screening can reduce colorectal cancer mortality by up to 35% and the incidence of advanced-stage disease by nearly 30%. Just another reason why screening really does matter.” TS 25:53 “Evaluating our implicit bias, especially in something as critical as colorectal cancer, requires both introspection and instructional supports. One way of doing this is by auditing your practice patterns, really looking at reviewing your own screening recommendations and follow-up rates across different patient demographics. So are there certain groups that are less likely to be offered a colonoscopy? I think some of us may have an implicit bias—you see a patient; you're like, ‘There's no way they're going to agree to that, so I'm just not going to offer it.' Where we don't offer it, they don't have that opportunity to decline that. That can lead to further delay. And those patterns can reveal a bias in action.” TS 28:18

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary
The Bronx Bleeds Blue: Vanessa Ghigliotty vs. Everyone

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 49:41


Episode Description:If you've ever wondered what happens when a Bronx-born pediatric nurse with stage 4 colon cancer survives, raises a kid, becomes a policy shark, and fights like hell for the ignored, meet Vanessa Ghigliotty. She's not inspirational. She's a bulldozer. We go way back—like pre-Stupid Cancer back—when there was no “young adult cancer movement,” just a handful of pissed-off survivors building something out of nothing. This episode is personal. Vanessa and I built the plane while flying it. She fought to be heard, showed up in chemo dragging her kid to IEP meetings, and never stopped screaming for the rest of us to get what we needed. We talk war stories, progress, side-eyeing advocacy fads, TikTok activism, gatekeeping, policy wins, and why being loud is still necessary. And yeah—she's a damn good mom. Probably a better one than you. You'll laugh. You'll cry. You'll want to scream into a pillow. Come for the nostalgia. Stay for the righteous anger and iced coffee.RELATED LINKSVanessa on LinkedInColorectal Cancer Alliance: Vanessa's StoryZenOnco Interview with VanessaFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship inquiries, email podcast@matthewzachary.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

PeerVoice Endocrinology & Metabolic Disorders Video
Upender Mehan, MD, CCFP, FCFP - Elevating Patient Outcomes in DKD: Aiming for Early Detection and Optimized Management in Primary Care

PeerVoice Endocrinology & Metabolic Disorders Video

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025 22:45


Upender Mehan, MD, CCFP, FCFP - Elevating Patient Outcomes in DKD: Aiming for Early Detection and Optimized Management in Primary Care

The Oncology Nursing Podcast
Episode 369: Lung Cancer Survivorship Considerations for Nurses

The Oncology Nursing Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 35:56


“Just remember that these patients, these are human beings who had lung cancer. It's a scary disease. And we don't want to just say, ‘Oh, well, that's a horrible disease. They probably won't do well.' These patients are living longer. Our treatments are better. And so no matter who they are, they have every chance of surviving long term for this,” ONS member Beth Sandy, MSN, CRNP, thoracic medical oncology nurse practitioner at the Abramson Cancer Center at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, told Jaime Weimer, MSN, RN, AGCNS-BS, AOCNS®, manager of oncology nursing practice at ONS, during a conversation about lung cancer survivorship. Music Credit: “Fireflies and Stardust” by Kevin MacLeod Licensed under Creative Commons by Attribution 3.0 Earn 0.5 contact hours of nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) by listening to the full recording and completing an evaluation at courses.ons.org by June 27, 2026. The planners and faculty for this episode have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose. ONS is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. Learning outcome: Learners will report an increase in knowledge related to lung cancer survivorship. Episode Notes  Complete this evaluation for free NCPD.  ONS Podcast™ episodes: Episode 363: Lung Cancer Treatment Considerations for Nurses Episode 359: Lung Cancer Screening, Early Detection, and Disparities ONS Voice articles: Nursing Considerations for Lung Cancer Survivorship Care Nurse-Led Survivorship Programs: Expert Advice to Help You Build Your Institution's Resources Oncology Nursing Forum articles: Empowering Lung Cancer Survivors in Post-Treatment Survivorship Care Using Participatory Action Research A Qualitative Cultural Sensitivity Assessment of the Breathe Easier Mobile Application for Lung Cancer Survivors and Their Families Exploring Stigma Among Lung Cancer Survivors: A Scoping Literature Review ONS Survivorship Care Plan Huddle Card ONS Survivorship Learning Library To discuss the information in this episode with other oncology nurses, visit the ONS Communities. To find resources for creating an ONS Podcast club in your chapter or nursing community, visit the ONS Podcast Library. To provide feedback or otherwise reach ONS about the podcast, email pubONSVoice@ons.org. Highlights From This Episode “For patients with stage I disease, they have a pretty good chance of getting to that five-year mark, somewhere probably in the 70%–80% range, depending on if you're stage IA or IB. Then it starts to drop obviously if you go up stages with patients.” TS 6:36 “Our radiation oncologists … and the dosimetrists in radiation oncology do a great job trying to line those beams up to minimize toxicity to those other vital organs. But we just can't always do that. You may see long-term fibrotic changes within the lungs. You could see cardiac damage over time. You can see esophagitis or [gastrointestinal] toxicity, particularly in the esophagus over time, post-radiation. And just the fact of having disease or cancer in the lungs, you can have breathing problems and pulmonary issues long term.” TS 10:37 “Part of survivorship in lung cancer is smoking and smoking cessation. I know it can be hard for people to quit, even people who had curative-intent treatment for their lung cancer—and so keeping up with smoking cessation. And that can be hard again if you don't have access to a smoking cessation specialty or if you live with other people who smoke and don't have really access to programs to help you quit and help you stay quitting.” TS 17:26 “I should talk about autoimmune diseases as part of immunotherapy. We give immunotherapy now in the curative setting preoperatively, postoperatively, post-chemoradiation, so they may get a year or so of immunotherapy. They may develop some sort of autoimmune toxicity from that. Usually that will go away once we stop the immunotherapy. But I've seen some things persist over time. That can go anywhere from like mild eczema that came about to things like more serious, like maybe lupus or scleroderma that may have developed as part of your immunotherapy. And we may stop the immunotherapy, but that may linger on.” TS 25:02  

Afternoons with Pippa Hudson
Health: Radiologist on early detection of abdominal and gastrointestinal cancers

Afternoons with Pippa Hudson

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 17:38 Transcription Available


Sara-Jayne Makwala King in for Pippa Hudson speaks to Dr Paul Scholtz, a radiologist with Morton and Partners and is a recognised expert in abdominal and pelvic imaging. In Men’s Health Month he encourages especially men to not delay screening. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, baker and water sports enthusiast Pippa Hudson - is unashamedly lifestyle driven. Popular features include a daily profile interview #OnTheCouch at 1:10pm. Consumer issues are in the spotlight every Wednesday while the team also unpacks all things related to health, wealth & the environment. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Lunch with Pippa Hudson Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 13:00 and 15:00 (SA Time) to Lunch with Pippa Hudson broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/MdSlWEs or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/fDJWe69 Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Community D.C.
Community DC Jenni Chase Alzheimer's Association

Community D.C.

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 30:01 Transcription Available


WASH-FM's Jenni Chase spoke with Dean Brenner, Board Chair for the National Capital Area Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association, along with the Vice President of Programs and Services for our local Alzheimer's Association, Karen Fagan...we discuss getting a diagnosis, tests and treatments, as well as The Alzheimer's Association recently releasing a special report, American Perspectives on Early Detection of Alzheimer's Disease in the Era of Treatment. 

The Dog Gone Positive Way
The C-Word: Is Early Detection Possible?

The Dog Gone Positive Way

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 17:38


In this episode of The Dog Gone Positive Way, I speak with Tricia Montgomery about her journey toward an in-depth look at cancer awareness and early detection tests. We had a heartfelt discussion about the loss, grief, and despair when she lost her beloved Moose. Moose's March is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to finding a cure for cancer and educating all pet parents about the importance of early detection. Learn some of the signs of early detection when you visit moosesmarch.com. Check out how you can help subsidize testing and fund research for the disease that takes millions of our pets each year. Find out more about Mooses March and how you can help at https://www.moosesmarch.com/For grief support: the Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement https://www.aplb.org/#Dogs #Podcast #Cancer#thecword #Cats #EarlyDetection #grief #Toxic #Toxins

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary
Ask Better Questions or Die Trying: Risa Arin

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 39:21


Risa Arin doesn't just talk about health literacy. She built the damn platform. As founder and CEO of XpertPatient.com (yes, expert with no E), Risa's taking a wrecking ball to how cancer education is delivered. A Cornell alum, cancer caregiver, and ex-agency insider who once sold Doritos to teens, she now applies that same marketing muscle to helping patients actually understand the garbage fire that is our healthcare system. We talk about why she left the “complacent social safety” of agency life, how her mom unknowingly used her own site during treatment, what it's like to pitch cancer education after someone pitches warm cookies, and why healthcare should come with a map, a translator, and a refund policy. Risa brings data, chutzpah, and Murphy Brown energy to the conversation—and you'll leave smarter, angrier, and maybe even a little more hopeful.RELATED LINKS• XpertPatient.com• Risa Arin on LinkedIn• XpertPatient & Antidote Partnership• XpertPatient Featured on KTLA• 2024 Health Award BioFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship inquiries, email podcast@matthewzachary.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Dr. Terri Show
53.The Cancer Conundrum: Early Detection, Hormones, and a Second Chance at Life

The Dr. Terri Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 31:42


In this inspiring episode of The Dr. Terri Show, Dr. Terri sits down with celebrated Puerto Rican actor and wellness advocate Braulio Castillo to uncover a deeply personal story of transformation—from stage lights to the spotlight on health. Braulio opens up about his journey from a fast-paced lifestyle to becoming a voice for disease prevention, inspired by a wake-up call in his 30s and a prostate cancer diagnosis in his early 50s. With honesty and warmth, Braulio shares how gut health, clean eating, and consistent movement became the foundation for his vitality—on and off stage. He discusses the life-changing decision to undergo robotic surgery, the benefits of testosterone optimization post-cancer, and why early detection truly saved his life. But this conversation goes deeper than lab results. Together, he and Dr. Terri explore the mind-body connection, the power of presence, and the choice to live alcohol-free in pursuit of clarity, focus, and peace. Whether you're facing your own health crossroads or simply seeking motivation to live more intentionally, this episode is a powerful reminder that prevention isn't just possible—it's empowering. --- **The Dr. Terri Show is presented by Evexias Health Solutions.** For more, visit: ⁠⁠[https://www.evexias.com](https://www.evexias.com)⁠ --- **Connect more with Dr. Terri:**

AI Unraveled: Latest AI News & Trends, Master GPT, Gemini, Generative AI, LLMs, Prompting, GPT Store

This podcast and its sources provides a comprehensive analysis of artificial intelligence (AI) in wildfire management, highlighting the growing global crisis of wildfires and the limitations of traditional detection methods. It examines various modern AI-powered detection technologies, including satellite, ground-based camera, and IoT gas sensor systems, comparing their strengths and weaknesses. The text also profiles key companies and collaborative models within the burgeoning "firetech" market, assessing their real-world impact through case studies and quantifiable returns on investment. Finally, it addresses the challenges and limitations of AI deployment, such as data scarcity and operational hurdles, before offering strategic recommendations for stakeholders and a future outlook for AI's expanding role in wildfire prediction, resource allocation, and damage assessment.

Neurocareers: How to be successful in STEM?
From Lab to Legislation and Startups: An Unconventional Neurocareer with Amanda Wiggins, PhD

Neurocareers: How to be successful in STEM?

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2025 66:53


What does it look like to take a neuroscience degree far beyond the lab? In this episode, we explore a career path that crosses scientific research, government regulation, and biotech entrepreneurship with Dr. Amanda Wiggins, CEO of The cGP Lab. Amanda began her career investigating neurodegeneration and cortical spreading depression. Over time, her passion for real-world impact led her into public policy—where she helped shape New Zealand's Human Tissue Act and advised on regulations for stem cell research and genetic technologies. Today, she leads a company advancing neuroprotective health supplements based on cyclic Glycine-Proline (cGP), a molecule with growing potential in aging and cognitive health. We talk about: How to navigate transitions between academia, government, and business The challenges of working across disciplines—and how to build confidence in new spaces Lessons learned from leading regulatory change and scaling innovation Amanda's work at The cGP Lab and the science behind cGP's potential in brain health Advice for scientists who want to move into leadership, entrepreneurship, or public engagement This conversation is for anyone considering a non-linear career in neuroscience or wondering how to apply scientific training in new and meaningful ways. Chapters: 00:00:02 - Bridging Neuroscience and Biotech Innovation 00:04:06 - FDA Approval of Trofinetide for Rett Syndrome 00:07:27 - My Journey in Science and Identity 00:09:22 - Pursuing a PhD in Melbourne 00:11:55 - Choosing a PhD Topic 00:17:26 - Challenges and Motivation in PhD Journey 00:20:54 - Transition from Academia to Regulatory Work 00:22:52 - Transitioning from Academia to Policy 00:25:51 - Advising on the Human Tissue Act 00:29:18 - Advocating Biotechnology in New Zealand 00:33:51 - Regulations and Challenges in Biotechnology 00:37:49 - Newborn Blood Screening and Research Ethics 00:41:22 - Transitioning from Science to Biotech 00:46:04 - Challenges of Startup Success 00:48:34 - Journey to Neuroactive Innovation 00:55:23 - Mentorship and Startup Advice 00:58:49 - Dementia Prevention and Early Detection 01:02:03 - Exploring Alzheimer's Research Frontiers 01:06:45 - Advancing Your Neurocareer About the Podcast Guest:

Lungcast
Lung Cancer Biomarkers: A New Frontier in Early Detection with Lindsey Cotton, D.O.Med, DHSc, MS

Lungcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 37:34


This episode featuring clinician-scientist and expert in liquid biopsy development, Dr. Lindsey Cotton, who explores the evolving science of lung cancer biomarkers and their role in early detection. Listen in to learn more about the current landscape, benefits and challenges of both organ-specific and multi-cancer tests. The highly informative discussion aims to clarify what these tests can and cannot tell us today, along with a forecast for tomorrow.

Hope With Answers: Living With Lung Cancer
Early Detection: The Key to Surviving Lung Cancer

Hope With Answers: Living With Lung Cancer

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 47:35


Early detection of lung cancer can save lives. In this essential episode, two-time survivor and LCFA co-founder David Sturges shares how screening helped him beat lung cancer—twice. Joined by Dr. Denise Aberle and LCFA-funded researcher Dr. Kellie Smith, this episode dives into why lung cancer is often diagnosed late, what new screening methods can do to change that, and what the future of early treatment might look like. Guests David Sturges, Lung Cancer Survivor & LCFA Co-founder  Dr. Denise Aberle, Thoracic Radiologist, UCLA Medical Center Kellie Smith, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Oncology, Johns Hopkins University & LCFA Early Career Researcher Show Notes | Transcript  

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary
Pediatric Engineering for the Rest of Us: Dr. Jamie Wells

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 39:48


Dr. Jamie Wells is back—and this time, she brought a book. We cover everything from biomedical design screwups to the glorified billing software known as the EHR. Jamie's new book, A Clinical Lens on Pediatric Engineering, is a masterclass in what happens when you stop treating kids like small, drunk adults and start designing medicine around actual human factors. We talk about AI in pediatric radiology, why drug repurposing might save lives faster than biotech IPOs, and the absurdity of thinking one-size-fits-all in healthcare still works.Jamie's a former physician, a health policy disruptor, a bioethicist, an MIT director, and a recovering adjunct professor. She's also a unicorn. We dig into the wonk, throw shade at bad design, and channel our inner Lisa Simpsons. This one's for anyone who ever wondered why kids' hospitals feel like hell and why “make it taste like bubblegum” might be the most important clinical innovation of all time. You'll laugh, you'll learn, and you might get angry enough to fix something.RELATED LINKSJamie Wells on LinkedInBook: A Clinical Lens on Pediatric Engineering (Amazon)Book on SpringerDrexel BioMed ProfileGlobal Blockchain Business CouncilJamie's HuffPost ArticlesFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship inquiries, email podcast@matthewzachary.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Breast Cancer Conversations
263. From Grief to Advocacy: A Father's Mission for Early Detection in Young Women with Bob Furniss

Breast Cancer Conversations

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 40:23


Love the episode? Send us a text!In this episode of Breast Cancer Conversations, I had the privilege of speaking with Bob Furniss, a father, husband, and author who has turned his family's heartbreaking experience with breast cancer into a mission to educate and advocate for early detection. Bob and his wife Susan founded the nonprofit WarriorPrincess.org in honor of their late daughter, Keisha Furniss, who was diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer at the age of 30.Bob shared the emotional journey of Keisha's diagnosis, treatment, and the impact it had on their family. He recounted how Keisha's initial symptoms were misdiagnosed and how the eventual discovery of her cancer came as a shock. Despite the devastating news, Keisha faced her illness with incredible strength and resilience, earning the nickname "Warrior Princess."This episode is a poignant reminder of the impact of breast cancer on families and the power of turning grief into purposeful action. I hope you find inspiration in Bob's story and are encouraged to have those crucial conversations about breast health with their loved ones.SURVIVINGBREASTCANCER.ORGAttend a free virtual SurvivingBreastCancer.org program (support groups, yoga, medication, expressive writing, art expression, and more!):https://www.survivingbreastcancer.org/eventsFollow us on InstagramSurvivingBreastCancer.org: https://www.survivingbreastcancer.org/Breast Cancer Conversations: https://www.instagram.com/breastcancerconversations/About SurvivingBreastCancer.org: SurvivingBreastCancer.org, Inc. (SBC) is a federally recognized 501(c)(3) non-profit virtual platform headquartered in Boston with a national and global reach. Through education, community, and resources, SurvivingBreastCancer.org supports women and men going through breast cancer. We provide a sanctuary of strength, compassion, and empowerment, where those diagnosed with cancer unite to share their stories, learn invaluable coping strategies to manage wellness and mental health, and find solace in the unbreakable bond that fuels hope, resilience, and the courage to conquer adversity.Resources discussed on this episode:Warrior Princess: https://warriorprincess.org/:On to Blue: https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Breast-Cancer-Warrior-Through/dp/B0DYQDWXVZFit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossus...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

AUAUniversity
AUA2025: AUA Guidelines on Early Detection of Prostate Cancer: Maximizing Benefits, Minimizing Harm

AUAUniversity

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 119:18


AUA2025: AUA Guidelines on Early Detection of Prostate Cancer: Maximizing Benefits, Minimizing Harm CME Available: https://auau.auanet.org/node/43021 At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to: 1. Apply the Early Detection of Prostate Cancer: AUA/SUO Guideline (2023), and understand the rationale, evidence, level of evidence, strength of recommendation and applications associated with each statement. 2. Maximize the benefits and minimize the harms of prostate cancer detection by carefully selecting patients and by using the necessary tools to detect clinically significant prostate cancer, while avoiding unnecessary biopsies and detection of clinically insignificant prostate cancers. 3. Describe the evidence supporting the use of PSA for early detection of prostate cancer, and apply that evidence to different clinical scenarios, incorporating patient characteristics and preferences. 4. Identify available blood, urine and tissue biomarkers used to enhance detection of higher-grade prostate cancer, the evidence supporting their use, and the clinical scenarios in which they are most valuable to be used. 5. Use MRI and fusion biopsy to enhance the detection of clinically significant prostate cancer and implement safe biopsy practices with respect to approach, avoidance of infection, and attention to patient comfort; understand the rationale for transperineal prostate biopsy and its technique; be able to establish a transperineal biopsy practice. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: This educational activity is supported by independent educational grants from: Astellas, Janssen Biotech, Inc., administered by Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLC, Lantheus Medical Imaging, Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation, Pfizer, Inc.

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary
Pinky Swear: Erica Campbell and The Wanted Mastectomy

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 40:59


Erica Campbell walked away from corporate life, took a hard left from the British Embassy, and found her calling writing checks for families nobody else sees. As Executive Director of Pinky Swear Foundation, she doesn't waste time on fluff. Her team pays rent, fills gas tanks, and gives sick kids' parents the one thing they don't have—time. Then, breast cancer hit her. She became the patient. Wrote a book about it. Didn't sugarcoat a damn thing. We talk about parking fees, grief, nonprofit burnout, and how the hell you decide which families get help and which don't. Also: AOL handles, John Hughes, and letters from strangers that make you cry. Erica is part Punky Brewster, part Rosie the Robot, and part Lisa Simpson—with just enough GenX Long Island sarcasm to make it all land. This one sticks.RELATED LINKSPinky Swear FoundationThe Mastectomy I Always Wanted (Book)Erica on LinkedInThink & Link: Erica Campbell“Like the Tale of a Starfish” - Blog Post“Cancer Diagnosis, Messy Life, Financial Support” - Blog PostFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship inquiries, email podcast@matthewzachary.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Let's Talk About Your Breasts
Living with the BRCA Gene: David Mauk on Family, Breast Cancer, and Early Detection

Let's Talk About Your Breasts

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 31:31


What do you do when cancer is always present in your family? David Mauk lost his mother, his sister, and other loved ones to breast cancer. He knows what it's like to grow up surrounded by the reality of cancer and to carry the BRCA gene. In today’s episode, you’ll hear: How genetic testing changed the choices his family made What it feels like to be a cancer advocate in Washington, D.C. Why sharing your family history can help save lives Support The Rose HERE. Subscribe to Let’s Talk About Your Breasts on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, and wherever you get your podcasts. Key Questions Answered What impact did breast cancer have on David Mauk's family? What is the significance of the BRCA gene in David’s family? How did David’s family talk about breast cancer while he was growing up? How did David cope with losing his mother at such a young age? Did David himself undergo genetic testing and what were the results? How does David’s family approach genetic testing and health surveillance today? What has David done as an advocate for cancer research and awareness? Why does David believe early detection and knowing your family history is so crucial? What advice does David have for those with a family history of cancer? How has cancer research and treatment changed since previous generations? Timestamped Overview 00:00 Family, Cancer, Advocacy, Gene Awareness 04:31 Air Force Headsets Linked to Tumors 07:36 "Air Force Brat’s Journey" 11:07 Cancer Society Fundraising Champions 14:11 "Make Cancer Conversations Personal" 15:41 "Missing Maternal Memories" 22:00 Family Migration Journey 22:57 Living Positively Amidst Fear 25:57 Discovering Family Through DNA Insights 29:37 Empowering Young Women Against Breast CancerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PeerView Heart, Lung & Blood CME/CNE/CPE Video Podcast
Gerard A. Silvestri, MD, MS - Facilitating Progress in Early Detection and Intervention in Lung Cancer: Proactive Strategies to Improve Lung Cancer Screening for High-Risk Individuals in VA Healthcare Settings

PeerView Heart, Lung & Blood CME/CNE/CPE Video Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 55:25


This content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups.For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete CME/MOC/AAPA information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/KDS865. CME/MOC/AAPA credit will be available until June 6, 2026.Facilitating Progress in Early Detection & Intervention in Lung Cancer: Proactive Strategies to Improve Lung Cancer Screening for High-Risk Individuals in VA Healthcare Settings In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, and National Association of Veterans' Research and Education Foundations. PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.SupportThis activity is supported through an independent educational grant from Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA.Disclosure information is available at the beginning of the video presentation.

PeerView Family Medicine & General Practice CME/CNE/CPE Video Podcast
Gerard A. Silvestri, MD, MS - Facilitating Progress in Early Detection and Intervention in Lung Cancer: Proactive Strategies to Improve Lung Cancer Screening for High-Risk Individuals in VA Healthcare Settings

PeerView Family Medicine & General Practice CME/CNE/CPE Video Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 55:25


This content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups.For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete CME/MOC/AAPA information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/KDS865. CME/MOC/AAPA credit will be available until June 6, 2026.Facilitating Progress in Early Detection & Intervention in Lung Cancer: Proactive Strategies to Improve Lung Cancer Screening for High-Risk Individuals in VA Healthcare Settings In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, and National Association of Veterans' Research and Education Foundations. PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.SupportThis activity is supported through an independent educational grant from Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA.Disclosure information is available at the beginning of the video presentation.

PeerView Clinical Pharmacology CME/CNE/CPE Audio Podcast
Gerard A. Silvestri, MD, MS - Facilitating Progress in Early Detection and Intervention in Lung Cancer: Proactive Strategies to Improve Lung Cancer Screening for High-Risk Individuals in VA Healthcare Settings

PeerView Clinical Pharmacology CME/CNE/CPE Audio Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 55:25


This content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups.For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete CME/MOC/AAPA information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/KDS865. CME/MOC/AAPA credit will be available until June 6, 2026.Facilitating Progress in Early Detection & Intervention in Lung Cancer: Proactive Strategies to Improve Lung Cancer Screening for High-Risk Individuals in VA Healthcare Settings In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, and National Association of Veterans' Research and Education Foundations. PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.SupportThis activity is supported through an independent educational grant from Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA.Disclosure information is available at the beginning of the video presentation.

PeerView Oncology & Hematology CME/CNE/CPE Video Podcast
Gerard A. Silvestri, MD, MS - Facilitating Progress in Early Detection and Intervention in Lung Cancer: Proactive Strategies to Improve Lung Cancer Screening for High-Risk Individuals in VA Healthcare Settings

PeerView Oncology & Hematology CME/CNE/CPE Video Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 55:25


This content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups.For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete CME/MOC/AAPA information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/KDS865. CME/MOC/AAPA credit will be available until June 6, 2026.Facilitating Progress in Early Detection & Intervention in Lung Cancer: Proactive Strategies to Improve Lung Cancer Screening for High-Risk Individuals in VA Healthcare Settings In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, and National Association of Veterans' Research and Education Foundations. PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.SupportThis activity is supported through an independent educational grant from Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA.Disclosure information is available at the beginning of the video presentation.

PeerView Internal Medicine CME/CNE/CPE Video Podcast
Gerard A. Silvestri, MD, MS - Facilitating Progress in Early Detection and Intervention in Lung Cancer: Proactive Strategies to Improve Lung Cancer Screening for High-Risk Individuals in VA Healthcare Settings

PeerView Internal Medicine CME/CNE/CPE Video Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 55:25


This content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups.For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete CME/MOC/AAPA information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/KDS865. CME/MOC/AAPA credit will be available until June 6, 2026.Facilitating Progress in Early Detection & Intervention in Lung Cancer: Proactive Strategies to Improve Lung Cancer Screening for High-Risk Individuals in VA Healthcare Settings In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, and National Association of Veterans' Research and Education Foundations. PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.SupportThis activity is supported through an independent educational grant from Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA.Disclosure information is available at the beginning of the video presentation.

PeerView Internal Medicine CME/CNE/CPE Audio Podcast
Gerard A. Silvestri, MD, MS - Facilitating Progress in Early Detection and Intervention in Lung Cancer: Proactive Strategies to Improve Lung Cancer Screening for High-Risk Individuals in VA Healthcare Settings

PeerView Internal Medicine CME/CNE/CPE Audio Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 55:25


This content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups.For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete CME/MOC/AAPA information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/KDS865. CME/MOC/AAPA credit will be available until June 6, 2026.Facilitating Progress in Early Detection & Intervention in Lung Cancer: Proactive Strategies to Improve Lung Cancer Screening for High-Risk Individuals in VA Healthcare Settings In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, and National Association of Veterans' Research and Education Foundations. PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.SupportThis activity is supported through an independent educational grant from Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA.Disclosure information is available at the beginning of the video presentation.

PeerView Oncology & Hematology CME/CNE/CPE Audio Podcast
Gerard A. Silvestri, MD, MS - Facilitating Progress in Early Detection and Intervention in Lung Cancer: Proactive Strategies to Improve Lung Cancer Screening for High-Risk Individuals in VA Healthcare Settings

PeerView Oncology & Hematology CME/CNE/CPE Audio Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 55:25


This content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups.For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete CME/MOC/AAPA information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/KDS865. CME/MOC/AAPA credit will be available until June 6, 2026.Facilitating Progress in Early Detection & Intervention in Lung Cancer: Proactive Strategies to Improve Lung Cancer Screening for High-Risk Individuals in VA Healthcare Settings In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, and National Association of Veterans' Research and Education Foundations. PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.SupportThis activity is supported through an independent educational grant from Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA.Disclosure information is available at the beginning of the video presentation.

PeerView Family Medicine & General Practice CME/CNE/CPE Audio Podcast
Gerard A. Silvestri, MD, MS - Facilitating Progress in Early Detection and Intervention in Lung Cancer: Proactive Strategies to Improve Lung Cancer Screening for High-Risk Individuals in VA Healthcare Settings

PeerView Family Medicine & General Practice CME/CNE/CPE Audio Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 55:25


This content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups.For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete CME/MOC/AAPA information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/KDS865. CME/MOC/AAPA credit will be available until June 6, 2026.Facilitating Progress in Early Detection & Intervention in Lung Cancer: Proactive Strategies to Improve Lung Cancer Screening for High-Risk Individuals in VA Healthcare Settings In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, and National Association of Veterans' Research and Education Foundations. PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.SupportThis activity is supported through an independent educational grant from Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA.Disclosure information is available at the beginning of the video presentation.

PeerView Heart, Lung & Blood CME/CNE/CPE Audio Podcast
Gerard A. Silvestri, MD, MS - Facilitating Progress in Early Detection and Intervention in Lung Cancer: Proactive Strategies to Improve Lung Cancer Screening for High-Risk Individuals in VA Healthcare Settings

PeerView Heart, Lung & Blood CME/CNE/CPE Audio Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 55:25


This content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups.For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete CME/MOC/AAPA information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/KDS865. CME/MOC/AAPA credit will be available until June 6, 2026.Facilitating Progress in Early Detection & Intervention in Lung Cancer: Proactive Strategies to Improve Lung Cancer Screening for High-Risk Individuals in VA Healthcare Settings In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, and National Association of Veterans' Research and Education Foundations. PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.SupportThis activity is supported through an independent educational grant from Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA.Disclosure information is available at the beginning of the video presentation.

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary
Dr. Allyson Ocean Unfiltered: Science, Colons and Calling BS

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 43:38


Allyson with a Y. Ocean with two Ls. And zero chill when it comes to changing the face of cancer care. Dr. Allyson Ocean has been quietly—loudly—at the center of every major cancer breakthrough, nonprofit board, and science-backed gut punch you didn't know you needed to hear. In this episode, she joins me in-studio for a conversation two decades in the making. We talk twin life, genetics, mitochondrial disease, and why she skipped the Doublemint Twins commercial but still ended up as one of the most recognizable forces in oncology. We cover her nonprofit hits, from Michael's Mission to Let's Win Pancreatic Cancer to launching the American Jewish Medical Association—yes, that's a thing now. We get personal about compassion in medicine, burnout, bad food science, and microplastics in your blood. She also drops the kind of wisdom only someone with her résumé and sarcasm can. It's raw. It's real. It's the kind of conversation we should've had 20 years ago—but better late than never.RELATED LINKS:– Dr. Allyson Ocean on LinkedIn– Let's Win Pancreatic Cancer– NovoCure Leadership Page– Michael's Mission– American Jewish Medical Association– The POLG Foundation– Cancer Buddy App (Bone Marrow and Cancer Foundation)– Dr. Ocean at OncLiveFEEDBACK:Like this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship inquiries, email podcast@matthewzachary.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Your Longevity Blueprint
222: Early Detection: The Thermography Advantage with Andrea Tolle

Your Longevity Blueprint

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 34:23


Today, I am excited to welcome Andrea Tolle as my guest. Andrea is a clinical thermographer who does thermographic scans at our clinic each month. In this episode, she explains what thermography does, how it works, and how it differs from other routine scans. Andrea's Tips for Improving Lymphatic Flow:  Do a self-lymphatic massage Do skin-brushing Eat cleanly  Drink clean water  Wear looser clothing Reduce your stress  Care for yourself well Andrea Tolle's Bio: Andrea Tolle is a Clinical Thermographer.  She became certified through the American College of Clinical Thermography in 2020. She values offering clients a proactive screening tool for breast health that gives them physiological information and can show stability or changes over time.  Since needing to eat gluten-free in 1995, she's been interested in health and holistic lifestyles & modalities. She was an organic produce vendor for over 20 years and knows about food quality and toxicities in the environment. Andrea has also been practicing homeopathy since 2015 and is nationally certified through the Council of Homeopathic Certification (CHC).  She encourages the awareness of using discernment and wisdom to embody self-empowerment vs making fear-based health decisions.  Ultimately your body belongs to you. You can choose to be in charge of YOU, and you can be mindful of what is influencing your health decisions. She envisions the end of “sick care” and the prospering of true “health care” as: Working with providers that value cooperation, trust, and respect while honoring the intelligence of the human body. She offers thermography scans in the Cedar Rapids & Clear Lake Iowa areas, and in SE MN. In this episode: How her initial experience with gluten sensitivity in 1995 led Andrea to a healthier lifestyle What is thermography? Andrea describes the process of getting a thermography scan done How thermography can help with the early detection and monitoring of physical abnormalities How thermologists interpret thermography reports Why you need to ensure that your lymphatic flow is functioning well How thermography differs from ultrasound and mammograms Links and Resources: Use Code DIM to get 10% off DIM⁠ Use code Bvitamins to get 10% off ⁠METHYL B COMPLEX Relative Links for This Show: Thermography – Green Compass Homeopathy Follow Your Longevity Blueprint  On Instagram| Facebook| Twitter| YouTube | LinkedIn Get your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses here Find Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online   Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray  On Facebook| Instagram| Youtube | Twitter | LinkedIn Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic Podcast production by Team Podcast

Voices of Montana
Early Detection, Rapid Response – Montana Noxious Weed Awareness Week

Voices of Montana

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 39:44


Noxious weeds are one of the most costly and challenging threats to Montana's agricultural economy and natural ecosystems. With 36 officially designated noxious weed species, the state is losing millions of dollars annually due to reduced livestock forage, increased land […] The post Early Detection, Rapid Response – Montana Noxious Weed Awareness Week first appeared on Voices of Montana.

The Healthy Project Podcast
What Is Preventative Health? (The Most Overlooked Tool in Healthcare)

The Healthy Project Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 3:42


What if the key to better health isn't treatment—it's prevention?In this episode of The Healthy Project Podcast, Corey Dion Lewis breaks down the true meaning of preventative health and why it matters. From early screenings to lifestyle changes, Corey explains how staying ahead of illness can save money, boost energy, and extend your life.We cover:What counts as preventative careHow early detection worksWhy prevention puts you in control of your healthSimple steps you can take todayThis isn't about reacting. It's about being ready.Subscribe, rate, and share with someone who needs a reminder to book that checkup. ★ Support this podcast ★

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary
[BONUS] No One Told Me: COVID and Cancer

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary

Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 4:48


Sponsored by Invivyd, Inc.Nobody wants to hear about COVID-19 anymore. Especially not cancer patients. But if you've got a suppressed immune system thanks to chemo, radiation, stem cell transplants—or any of the other alphabet soup in your chart—then no, it's not over. It never was. While everyone else is getting sweaty at music festivals, you're still dodging a virus that could knock you flat.In this episode, Matthew Zachary and Matt Toresco say the quiet part out loud: many immunocompromised people may not even know they have options beyond vaccines. Why? Because the system doesn't bother to tell them. So we're doing it instead. We teamed up with Invivyd to help get the word out about tools other than vaccines that can help prevent COVID-19. We break down the why, the what, and the WTF of COVID-19 risk for cancer patients and why every oncologist should be talking about this.No fear-mongering. No sugarcoating. Just two guys with mics who've been through it and want to make sure you don't get blindsided. It's fast, funny, and furious—with actual facts. You've got more power than you think. Time to use it.RELATED LINKSExpand Their OptionsInvivydMatt Toresco on LinkedInOut of Patients podcastFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship inquiries, email podcast@matthewzachary.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Menopause Reimagined
Ep #149: Advocating for Your Health: Early Detection & Breast Cancer Awareness with Erin Glynn

Menopause Reimagined

Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 34:21


Andrea Donsky, nutritionist, published menopause researcher, menopause Educator, and co-founder of WeAreMorphus.com interviews Dr. Erin Glynn, PhD, an expert in metabolism and exercise physiology, who shares her personal journey with breast cancer at age 42. From her unexpected diagnosis to treatment decisions, Erin offers valuable insights both as a researcher and patient.Our podcast has been recognized as the top-ranked menopause podcast worldwide on Feedspot's 2025 list of best Menopause Podcasts and Perimenopause Podcasts.Key Topics:Early detection and the importance of regular screeningsUnderstanding treatment options including surgery, radiation, and endocrine therapyHow to advocate for yourself in the healthcare systemThe role of mindset in cancer treatment and recoveryFeatured Resources:Dr. Glynn's website: nuchihealth.comEstrogen Matters: Why Taking Hormones in Menopause Can Improve and Lengthen Women's Lives -- Without Raising the Risk of Breast Cancer https://amzn.to/4dGZ66b The Power of Aggressive Positivity: A Conversation with Limore Zisckind https://youtu.be/GMHvqRrZKjcAggressive Positivity https://amzn.to/43if2InSend us a text ✅ Fill out our surveys

MemorialCare - Weekly Dose of Wellness!
Spotlight on Scoliosis: Early Detection for a Healthier Future

MemorialCare - Weekly Dose of Wellness!

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025


In this episode, Dr. Torin Cunningham, medical director of the Orthopedic Center at Miller Children's & Women's Hospital, will discuss scoliosis in children – a condition that, when detected early, can lead to better long-term outcomes. Dr. Cunningham will explain what scoliosis is, how to recognize early signs, and why timely screening is important. Listeners will learn about the latest technology, when to screen their children, and how families can play a key role in early intervention.

The EMJ Podcast: Insights For Healthcare Professionals
Breaking Barriers in Lung Cancer: Driving Change Through Early Screening

The EMJ Podcast: Insights For Healthcare Professionals

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 46:09


In this episode, Jonathan Sackier kicks off a special miniseries on lung cancer with Haval Balata, Consultant Respiratory Physician at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust. From the Manchester Lung Health Check to robotic bronchoscopy, Balata shares insights into pioneering early detection efforts, the challenge of public misconceptions, and innovations reshaping lung cancer screening and diagnosis. Timestamps: 03:12 – Inspiration to specialise 04:09 – Early diagnosis barriers 08:02 – Manchester Lung Health Check 14:10 – Robot-assisted bronchoscopy 19:24 – Public misconceptions 28:57 – Risk stratification & follow-up 34:24 – Innovations in early detection 37:10 – Hopes for the future 41:22 – Three healthcare wishes

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary
Constellations and Cancer: A Storytelling Rebellion with Lisa Shufro

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 40:11


EPISODE DESCRIPTIONLisa Shufro is the storyteller's storyteller. A musician turned innovation strategist, TEDMed curator, and unapologetic truth-teller, Lisa doesn't just craft narratives—she engineers constellations out of chaos. We go way back to the early TEDMed days, where she taught doctors, scientists, and technocrats how not to bore an audience to death. In this episode, we talk about how storytelling in healthcare has been weaponized, misunderstood, misused, and still holds the power to change lives—if done right. Lisa challenges the idea that storytelling should be persuasive and instead argues it should be connective. We get into AI, the myth of objectivity, musical scars, Richard Simmons, the Vegas healthcare experiment, and the real reason your startup pitch is still trash. If you've ever been told to “just tell your story,” this episode is the permission slip to do it your way. With a bow, not a violin.RELATED LINKSLisa Shufro's WebsiteLinkedInSuper Curious ArchiveEight Principles for Storytelling in InnovationStoryCorps InterviewCoursera Instructor ProfileWhatMatters ProjectFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship inquiries, email podcast@matthewzachary.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Talk With A Doc
Lifecycle: Cancer: The Importance of Early Detection & Preventative Measures

Talk With A Doc

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 31:27


Join host Jennifer Semenza as she speaks with Dr. Kelly Perlewitz, Acting Director of Hematology and Oncology at Providence Cancer Institute. Dr. Perlewitz discusses the importance of early cancer detection and shares practical tips for prevention. Learn about various cancer screenings, lifestyle changes, and the role of genetics in cancer development. Dr. Perlewitz also highlights the significance of mental health in treatment and offers advice on supporting loved ones through a cancer diagnosis. Do you want to know more?Check out the Providence blog for more information on this and other health related topics. How to help protect yourself against cancer | ProvidenceEarly awareness is key to combating head and neck cancerLung Cancer Screening Saves LivesMapping your health journey with genetics testingTo learn more about our mission programs and services, go to Providence.org.Follow us on social media to get continued information on other important health care topics. You can  connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, TikTok, Instagram and X.For all your healthcare information on the go, download the Providence app. Whether you're tracking symptoms, scheduling appointments, or connecting with your healthcare providers, the Providence app has your back.To learn more about the app, check out the Wellness Brief podcast episode. Wellness Brief: Simplifying Care-There's an App for That. We'd love to hear from you. You can contact us at FutureOfHealthPodcasts@providence.org

Radical Remission Project ”Stories That Heal” Podcast
Ronnie Campbell - Stage 4 Colorectal Cancer

Radical Remission Project ”Stories That Heal” Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 45:02


At 57, Ronnie was living a healthy, active life as a health coach, marathon runner, and triathlete. She had always taken great care of her health and never imagined that cancer would be part of her story—until June of 2018 after a routine colonoscopy, Ronnie was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer that had spread to liver, lungs, peritoneum and lymph nodes.   Faced with this grim prognosis, she chose to take an active role in her treatment. Ronnie opted for traditional chemotherapy but also incorporated naturopathic treatments into her regimen. Ronnie believed this combination would help support her body during the chemotherapy and aid in her healing. The journey wasn't easy, but the balance of conventional medicine and natural therapies helped her to stay strong and cope with the challenges she faced. Looking back, Ronnie realizes that her success wasn't just the result of traditional treatments or naturopathic therapies—it was her mindset, resilience, and refusal to give up. Cancer tried to take her life, but instead, it gave her a new one, one filled with gratitude, strength, and a deeper understanding of what truly matters. To learn more about Ronnie and her work visit, https://ronniecampbellauthor.com/ To purchase her book, Racing for a Miracle: A Stage 4 Survivor's Journey of Hope. Celebrating 5 Years Cancer-Free—A Story of Strength, Early Detection, and Miracles, visit https://ronniecampbellauthor.com/about-the-book/ Instagram @ronniecampbellauthor.com (https://www.instagram.com/ronniecampbell.author/) Facebook @ronnieswellness4life.com ( https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083650758740  )  Learn more about Colorectal Cancer Canada at https://www.colorectalcancercanada.com/ _________ To learn more about the 10 Radical Remission Healing Factors, connect with a certified RR coach or join a virtual or in-person workshop visit www.radicalremission.com. To watch Episode 1 of the Radical Remission Docuseries for free, visit our YouTube channel here.  To purchase the full 10-episode Radical Remission Docuseries visit Hay House Online Learning. To learn more about Radical Remission health coaching with Liz or Karla, Click Here Follow us on Social Media: Facebook  Instagram YouTube _____ Thank you to our friends from The Healing Oasis for sponsoring this episode of the podcast.  The Healing Oasis is a first of its kind in beautiful British Columbia, Canada where we encourage the body to heal from cancer using alternative therapies & cancer fighting meals at a wellness retreat center in nature. Our top naturopathic cancer doctor will prescribe a protocol tailored specifically for you. There's no place quite like it. Start your healing journey today! Learn More about The Healing Oasis by visiting these links: Website   Testimonials Video Overview

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary
Dancing Through the Wreckage: Sally Wolf

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 39:59


What happens when you blend the soul of Mr. Rogers, the boldness of RuPaul, and just a pinch of Carrie Bradshaw? You get Sally Wolf.She's a Harvard and Stanford powerhouse who ditched corporate media to help people actually flourish at work and in life—because cancer kicked her ass and she kicked it back, with a pole dance routine on Netflix for good measure.In this episode, we unpack what it means to live (really live) with metastatic breast cancer. We talk about the toxic PR machine behind "pink ribbon" cancer, how the healthcare system gaslights survivors when treatment ends, and why spreadsheets and dance classes saved her sanity. Sally doesn't just survive. She rewrites the script, calls out the BS, and shows up in full color.If you've ever asked “Why me?”—or refused to—this one's for you.RELATED LINKS:Sally Wolf's WebsiteLinkedInInstagramCosmopolitan Essay: "What It's Like to Have the 'Good' Cancer"Oprah Daily Article: "Five Things I Wish Everyone Understood About My Metastatic Breast Cancer Diagnosis"Allure Photo ShootThe Story of Our Trauma PodcastFEEDBACK:Like this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship inquiries, email podcast@matthewzachary.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Oncology Nursing Podcast
Episode 363: Lung Cancer Treatment Considerations for Nurses

The Oncology Nursing Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 35:36


“A lot of other disease sites, they have some targeted therapies, they have some immunotherapies [IO]. In lung cancer, we have it all. We have chemo. We have IO. We have targeted therapies. We have bispecific T-cell engagers. We have orals, IVs. I think it's just so important now that, particularly for lung cancer, you have to be well versed on all of these,” ONS member Beth Sandy, MSN, CRNP, thoracic medical oncology nurse practitioner at the Abramson Cancer Center at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, told Jaime Weimer, MSN, RN, AGCNS-BS, AOCNS®, manager of oncology nursing practice at ONS, during a conversation about lung cancer treatment. Music Credit: “Fireflies and Stardust” by Kevin MacLeod Licensed under Creative Commons by Attribution 3.0  Earn 0.5 contact hours of nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) by listening to the full recording and completing an evaluation at courses.ons.org by May 16, 2026. The planners and faculty for this episode have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose. ONS is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. Learning outcome: Learners will report an increase in knowledge related to lung cancer treatments. Episode Notes  Complete this evaluation for free NCPD.  ONS Podcast™ episode: Episode 359: Lung Cancer Screening, Early Detection, and Disparities ONS Voice articles: Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Prevention, Screening, Diagnosis, Treatment, Side Effects, and Survivorship Oncology Drug Reference Sheet: Amivantamab-Vmjw Oncology Drug Reference Sheet: Cisplatin Oncology Drug Reference Sheet: Lazertinib Oncology Drug Reference Sheet: Nivolumab and Hyaluronidase-Nvhy Oncology Drug Reference Sheet: Fam-Trastuzumab Deruxtecan-Nxki Optimize Your Testing Strategy and Improve Patient Outcomes With NeoGenomics' Neo Comprehensive™–Solid Tumor Assay Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing article: Oncogenic-Directed Therapy for Advanced Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer: Implications for the Advanced Practice Nurse ONS Biomarker Database ONS video: What is the role of the KRAS biomarker in NSCLC? Biomarker Testing in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Discussion Tool ONS Huddle Cards: Checkpoint inhibitors External beam radiation Monoclonal antibodies Proton therapy To discuss the information in this episode with other oncology nurses, visit the ONS Communities. To find resources for creating an ONS Podcast club in your chapter or nursing community, visit the ONS Podcast Library. To provide feedback or otherwise reach ONS about the podcast, email pubONSVoice@ons.org. Highlights From This Episode “Unfortunately, because lung cancer is pretty aggressive, we'll see lung cancer mostly in stage IV. So about 50%–55% of all cases are not caught until they are already metastatic, or stage IV. And then about another 25%–30% of cases are caught in stage III, which means they're locally advanced and often not resectable, but we do still treat that with curative intent with concurrent chemoradiation. And then 10%–20% of cases are found in the early stage, and that's stage I and II, where we can do surgical approaches.” TS 2:53 “The majority of radiation that you're going to see is for patients with stage III disease that's inoperable. At my institution, a lot of stage III is inoperable. Now, neoadjuvant immunotherapy has changed that a little bit. But if you have several big, bulky, mediastinal lymph nodes that makes you stage III, surgery is probably not going to be a great option. So we give curative-intent chemoradiation to these patients.” TS 10:51 “Oligoprogression would mean they have metastases but only to one site. And sometimes we will be aggressive with that. Particularly, there's good data, if the only site of progression is in the brain, we can do stereotactic radiation to the brain and then treat the chest with concurrent chemoradiation as a more definitive approach. But outside of that, the majority of stage IV lung cancer is going to be treated with systemic therapy.” TS 15:00 “It's important for nurses to know that there's a lot of different options now for treatment. Probably one of the most important things is making sure patients are aware of what their biomarker status is, what their PD-L1 expression level is, and make sure those tests have been done. … It's good that the patients understand that there's a myriad of options. And a lot of that depends on what we know about their cancer, and then that guides our treatment.” TS 31:05

Build Tech Stack Equity
Transforming Diabetic Retinopathy Detection with AI | Cristina Campero, PROSPERiA Health

Build Tech Stack Equity

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 46:43


In this episode, we interview Christina Campero, an entrepreneurial force behind Prosperia, a tech startup focused on AI in healthcare. Christina discusses her professional journey, moving from a background in bioscience and healthcare consulting to co-founding Prosperia. The startup uses AI to scan retina images for early detection of diabetic retinopathy and other eye diseases, a crucial service in Mexico due to a high prevalence of diabetes and limited access to ophthalmologists. The conversation covers the development process of their AI model, partnerships with primary healthcare touchpoints, and the advantages of operating in Mexico. They also explore the challenges and breakthroughs in fundraising for a Latin American AI healthcare startup, including securing a seed round from a Swedish fund. The episode ends with a look at Prosperia's future goals, including expanding their AI applications to detect other health conditions.   If your company is looking to scale its AI initiatives, head over to Tesoro AI (www.tesoroai.com). We are experts in AI strategy, staff augmentation, and AI product development.   Founder Bio:   Cristina Campero graduated from the Faculty of Chemistry of the UNAM with a Master's Degree in Bioscience Enterprise from the University of Cambridge in the United Kingdom. She has dedicated her professional career to the transformation of ideas into commercial products with an impact on health, starting in her career as a consultant at McKinsey & Company and in start-ups, first as an Associate in business development and strategy at Wren Therapeutics (in Cambridge UK ) where she was in charge of portfolio prioritization and funding (£18M Series A in Dec. 2018), and now as CEO of PROSPERiA.      Time Stamps:   00:36 Christina's Professional Journey 04:00 Founding Prosperia and Developing Retinia 05:43 Addressing Diabetic Retinopathy with AI 07:10 Challenges in Diabetic Retinopathy Detection 09:32 AI's Role in Early Detection and Screening 13:33 How does the Retinia software diagnosis work 15:20 The role of AI versus human doctors 20:43 Building and Training AI Models 24:31 Balance between engineers and health care professionals 26:14 Creating a customer base that trusts AI diagnosis 32:53 Fundraising and Growth Strategies 40:45 Advantages of Fundraising in Latin America Compared to the U.S. 44:01 Future Plans and Innovations   Resources   Follow Darius Gant LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/m-darius-gant-cpa-44650aa/ Company Website - www.tesoroai.com     Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4uDVNgsK3iNeu7yU4Inu2n   Subscribe on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ae/podcast/the-darius-gant-show/id1527996104   Company website: https://www.prosperia.health/es LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/prosperia/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/cristina-campero-peredo-a87a15115/  

40+ Fitness Podcast
Sharpen your brain for a lifetime with Dr. Dale Bedesen

40+ Fitness Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 46:00


Dr. Dale Bredesen, a renowned expert in the field of neurodegenerative diseases, is on a mission to reshape the way we think about aging and brain health. He challenges conventional perceptions about aging, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a "brain span" that matches one's lifespan. Often posing thought-provoking questions about longevity, Dr. Bredesen highlights the undesirability of living to an advanced age if it means suffering from dementia. His work, driven by ongoing research and encapsulated in his latest book, aims to shift the narrative from expecting cognitive decline with age to implementing proactive strategies for preserving brain function. Timestamps: 05:24 Brain Health Over Longevity 07:53 Exercise, Memory, and APOE4 Gene Impact 10:26 Optimizing Cognition: Early Detection's Role 14:56 Herpes and Toxins Linked to Cognitive Decline 17:38 Neurotransmitters, Choline, and Stress Impact 20:43 Tau's Role in Brain Health 24:57 Understanding Cognitive Health Markers 26:43 Misdiagnosed Alzheimer's Story 30:51 Optimal Diet and Fasting Guidelines 33:35 Expanding Exercise Benefits in Neurology 39:11 Early Detection in Alzheimer's Prevention

Feel Better, Live More with Dr Rangan Chatterjee
Why Medicine Has Gone Too Far, The Problem With Getting A Diagnosis & Why Early Detection Is Not Always A Good Thing with Dr Suzanne O'Sullivan #553

Feel Better, Live More with Dr Rangan Chatterjee

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 110:14


Could our healthcare system be making us sicker rather than healthier? In the UK, autism diagnoses have increased by a staggering 787% between 1998 and 2018, and one in five people now has some form of mental health disorder. But what if some of our health struggles aren't diseases to be cured, but normal human experiences being medicalised? This week, I'm joined by Dr Suzanne O'Sullivan, a consultant in clinical neurophysiology and neurology at The National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, who specialises in the investigation of complex epilepsy and also has an active interest in psychogenic disorders.  Her latest book, The Age of Diagnosis: Sickness, Health, and Why Medicine Has Gone Too Far, aims to challenge long-held assumptions about medical progress and change the way we think about our health.  In this thought-provoking conversation, we explore: Why giving someone a diagnosis is never neutral – it can fundamentally change how a person views themselves, their body and their future possibilities How the definition of autism has dramatically expanded over the past few decades from its original concept of "extreme autistic aloneness" to now potentially including 1 in 20 children in Northern Ireland Why screening for diseases like prostate cancer can lead to unnecessary treatment The potential problems of genetic testing - when results are misinterpreted or used without proper context, especially with tests that aren't clinical grade Why early detection and treatment aren't always better, particularly when it turns healthy people into patients decades before they might develop symptoms The profound story of how Suzanne diagnosed a rare genetic condition in a 15-year-old girl, only to question whether she had actually done the right thing by medicalising someone who believed herself to be healthy This is a nuanced, compassionate discussion that challenges many of the widely held assumptions in modern healthcare and I would urge you to listen with an open mind. Throughout our conversation, Suzanne emphasises that she's not arguing against the existence of these conditions or suggesting everyone should refuse diagnosis. Rather, she encourages both patients and doctors to consider whether medicalising our struggles is always the right approach. I hope you enjoy listening.   Support the podcast and enjoy Ad-Free episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts https://apple.co/feelbetterlivemore.  For other podcast platforms go to https://fblm.supercast.com.   Thanks to our sponsors: https://thriva.co https://drinkag1.com/livemore https://vivobarefoot.com/livemore https://airbnb.co.uk/host   Show notes https://drchatterjee.com/553   DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.