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President Biden has announced a comprehensive initiative, including a new executive order aimed at revolutionizing women's health research and innovation across America. Rooted in his State of the Union vision, Biden has proposed a transformative $12 billion investment to establish a fund for Women's Health Research at NIH. This initiative, the first White House initiative on women's health research, seeks to fundamentally alter the landscape of women's health research in the U.S. and ensure comprehensive integration and prioritization within the federal research agenda. It encompasses a broad spectrum of actions, including a $200 million NIH investment for the 2025 fiscal year and the launch of ARPA-H's Sprint for Women's Health with a $100 million commitment. The initiative's directives include enhancing research across various stages of women's lives, particularly focusing on midlife health challenges and leveraging AI in health research advancements. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week, Heather and Matthew welcome Dr. Fridriksson, a Neuroscientist, Professor, and the Vice President of Research at the University of South Carolina. Dr. Fridriksson is a veteran scientist and has spent much of his career researching health problems in South Carolina. The group discusses his projects, the Brain Health Initiative that is helping patients and students alike, and points of concern with AI in research. Listen to episode 177 now!
Dr Nina Fuller-Shavel is an Integrative Medicine doctor, scientist and educator with degrees in Medicine and Natural Sciences from the University of Cambridge, as well as an ongoing MSc in Precision Cancer Medicine at the University of Oxford. Dr Fuller-Shavel is a Fellow of them College of Medicine and the Co-Chair of BSIO (British Society for Integrative Oncology). Alongside her scientific and medical training and over a decade's experience in integrative health, Dr Nina Fuller-Shavel holds multiple qualifications in nutrition, integrative medicine, functional medicine (IFMCP), health coaching (FMCA), herbal medicine, yoga, mindfulness and other therapeutic approaches. Dr Fuller-Shavel is the founder and Director of Synthesis Clinic, an innovative multidisciplinary practice in Hampshire, specialising in women's health and integrative cancer care. Dr Nina Fuller-Shavel has recently won a prestigious Innovation Leader of the Year award at UKBIA 2022 for her inspirational vision for healthcare, excellence in clinical work and leadership of the Synthesis Clinic team. Alongside her work at the clinic, Dr Fuller-Shavel delivers educational programmes for medical and nutrition professionals, as well as participating in research in integrative medicine and precision health and contributing to editorial boards and guideline development panels nationally and internationally. https://www.synthesisclinic.co.uk/ https://www.drninafullershavel.com/ https://www.bsio.org.uk/Â Charities to Support: https://yestolife.org.uk/ https://www.pennybrohn.org.uk/ Studies on survival and IO Breast cancer -Â https://doi.org/10.1155/2021/4746712 Advanced gynaecological cancer -Â https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00520-020-05961-5Â Prehab study example: Oesophageal cancer and tumour down-staging -Â https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/early/2022/01/25/bjsports-2021-104243Â Â
Ismael Fernández Cuevas is the Co-Founder of ThermoHuman, an infrared thermography and thermal analytics company for injury prevention in sports science, medicine and physiotherapy. First of all, Ismael's internationally-oriented background and PhD. in Sports Science are discussed. Then, Ismael talks about the research of infrared thermography and what it can be used for - ThermoHuman focuses on prevention, performance, and prediction. Finally, the link with universities, research, SME's and corporates are made as well. We hope you enjoy the episode!
What's been agreed for the EU's seven-year budget? On the outside, it may look good for green policies, but many climate activists aren't pleased because the budget has actually slashed funding for climate action. There are shrinking budgets elsewhere too, in both healthcare and research programmes – leading some to say that Europe will lose its competitive edge when it comes to innovation. We take a closer look.
On this episode of The Hart of Health, we talk about our individual health stories, how we started doing research about health and fitness, and our current approaches to diet, fitness, and research. At The Hart of Health, our aim is to make the world a healthier place. Want to buy us a steak? Follow this link: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thehartofhealthIntro song credit:Â Crystals VIP by From The Dust | https://soundcloud.com/ftdmusicMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US
Food options within a food desert are severely limited and the options that are available cost much more than the closet supermarket. This lack of access and increase in cost further contributes to the obesity rates and poor health outcomes found within food deserts. • Southside convenience stores will stock fresh fruits and vegetables and sell at half the price. The UIW School of Osteopathic Medicine will use grant funding to reimburse the business to cover the total purchase cost.
Journalist Julia Belluz looks at the impact of social media on decisions about health in the Annual Hart House Hancock Lecture. Her lecture, entitled Who Lives and Who Dies: Will Social Media Decide?, was delivered at the Hart House Great Hall on October 31, 2012.
Naomi Wolf on her new book, ,Vagina: A New Biography,.
Stephen Lewis of the Global Commission on HIV and the Law, is interviewed by Gillian Findlay following his talk at the Grandest Challenge symposium.
Samantha Nutt, Founder and Executive Director of War Child, is interviewed by Carol Off following her talk at the Grandest Challenge symposium.
Stephen Lewis of the Global Commission on HIV and the Law, is interviewed by Gillian Findlay following his talk at the Grandest Challenge symposium.
Samantha Nutt, Founder and Executive Director of War Child, is interviewed by Carol Off following her talk at the Grandest Challenge symposium.
Stephen Lewis of the Global Commission on HIV and the Law, and author of Race Against Time speaks at The Grandest Challenge Symposium.
Stephen Lewis of the Global Commission on HIV and the Law, and author of Race Against Time speaks at The Grandest Challenge Symposium.
Samantha Nutt, Founder and Executive Director of War Child Canada, and author of the book Damned Nations speaks at The Grandest Challenge Symposium.
Samantha Nutt, Founder and Executive Director of War Child Canada, and author of the book Damned Nations speaks at The Grandest Challenge Symposium.
Jacalyn Duffin of the Department of Medicine at Queen's University on History of the Stethoscope and the Meaning of Life.
Jacalyn Duffin from the Department of Medicine at Queen's University is profiled. She discusses her teaching style and how she ended up researching the history of medicine.
Jacalyn Duffin of the Department of Medicine at Queen's University on History of the Stethoscope and the Meaning of Life.
Jacalyn Duffin from the Department of Medicine at Queen's University is profiled. She discusses her teaching style and how she ended up researching the history of medicine.
Jacalyn Duffin of the Department of Medicine at Queen's University on History of the Stethoscope and the Meaning of Life.
Dr. James Maskalyk, author of Six Months in Sudan: A Young Doctor in a War-Torn Village, speaks at The Grandest Challenge Symposium and is interviewed by moderator Carol Off.
Doug Richards from the Physical Education & Health department at University of Toronto St. George on Stretching: The Truth. Richards discusses the science and the fiction of the benefits of stretching prior to exercise.
Doug Richards from the Physical Education & Health department at University of Toronto St. George is profiled. Richards' concussion research, his passion for photography and cycling are featured.
Dr. James Maskalyk, author of Six Months in Sudan: A Young Doctor in a War-Torn Village, speaks at The Grandest Challenge Symposium and is interviewed by moderator Carol Off.
Our second installment of The Grandest Challenge Symposium features James Orbinski, author of An Imperfect Offering: Humanitarian Action in the Twenty-First Century. Following Dr. Orbinski's lecture he is joined in conversation by moderator Gillian Findlay.
Our second installment of The Grandest Challenge Symposium features James Orbinski, author of An Imperfect Offering: Humanitarian Action in the Twenty-First Century. Following Dr. Orbinski's lecture he is joined in conversation by moderator Gillian Findlay.
Taking it's name from the book The Grandest Challenge: Taking Life-Saving Science from Lab to Village, this part of the symposium features the book's authors, Dr. Abdallah Daar and Dr. Peter Singer.
Taking it's name from the book The Grandest Challenge: Taking Life-Saving Science from Lab to Village, this symposium features the book's authors, Dr. Abdallah Daar and Dr. Peter Singer.
Doug Richards from the Physical Education & Health department at University of Toronto St. George on Stretching: The Truth. Richards discusses the science and the fiction of the benefits of stretching prior to exercise.
Doug Richards from the Physical Education & Health department at University of Toronto St. George is profiled. Richards' concussion research, his passion for photography and cycling are featured.
Doug Richards from the Physical Education & Health department at University of Toronto St. George on Stretching: The Truth. Richards discusses the science and the fiction of the benefits of stretching prior to exercise.
Dr. Michael Persinger, (Laurentian University - Neuroscience) winner of the 2007 Best Lecturer Competition, on Psychotropic Drugs.
Dr. Michael Persinger, (Laurentian University - Neuroscience) winner of the 2007 Best Lecturer Competition, on Psychotropic Drugs.
Profile of Dr. Michael Persinger focussing on his research into brain stimulation to recreate drug experiences.
Profile of Dr. Michael Persinger focussing on his research into brain stimulation to recreate drug experiences.
Dr. Michael Persinger, (Laurentian University - Neuroscience) winner of the 2007 Best Lecturer Competition, on Psychotropic Drugs.
Ilse Treurnicht, CEO of the MaRS Discovery District, explains the purpose of MaRS, which is to foster and promote Canadian innovations by providing an environment where science, technology and social entrepreneurs work side by side.
Richard Alvarez, President and CEO of Canada Health Infoway, talks about the benefits of integrating information technology in health care and why it is taking so long to implement in Ontario.
Richard Alvarez, President and CEO of Canada Health Infoway, talks about the benefits of integrating information technology in health care and why it is taking so long to implement in Ontario.
Ilse Treurnicht, CEO of the MaRS Discovery District, explains the purpose of MaRS, which is to foster and promote Canadian innovations by providing an environment where science, technology and social entrepreneurs work side by side.
Dr. Leon Kass, Chair of the President's Council on Bioethics, examines the ethical dilemmas surrounding stem cell research. Dr. Kass addresses the philosophical question: Why not immortality?
Dr. Leon Kass, Chair of the President's Council on Bioethics, examines the ethical dilemmas surrounding stem cell research. Dr. Kass addresses the philosophical question: Why not immortality?
Dr. Leon Kass, Chair of the President's Council on Bioethics, examines the ethical dilemmas surrounding stem cell research. Dr. Kass addresses the philosophical question: Why not immortality?
Five years after her trip on board the space shuttle "Discovery", Canada's first female astronaut Roberta Bondar talks about her life after the epic journey. (Originally aired may 1997)
Five years after her trip on board the space shuttle "Discovery", Canada's first female astronaut Roberta Bondar talks about her life after the epic journey. (Originally aired may 1997)
Leroy Hood, of the Institute for Systems Biology, on Emerging Technologies and the Transformation from Reactive to Proactive Medicine.
Leroy Hood, of the Institute for Systems Biology, on Emerging Technologies and the Transformation from Reactive to Proactive Medicine.
Leroy Hood, of the Institute for Systems Biology, on Emerging Technologies and the Transformation from Reactive to Proactive Medicine.
Joe Sornberger is the author of "Dreams and Due Diligence", which celebrates the ground-breaking discovery of stem cells by Canadian scientists Ernest McCulloch and James Till
Joe Sornberger is the author of "Dreams and Due Diligence", which celebrates the ground-breaking discovery of stem cells by Canadian scientists Ernest McCulloch and James Till
John Colapinto is the author of "As Nature Made Him: The Boy Who Was Raised as a Girl." The book recounts the tragic story of David Reimer of Manitoba, an identical twin boy who was raised as a girl after a tragic accident to his genitalia. Sadly David Reimer committed suicide in May 2004. (Originally aired March 2000)
Pulitzer Prize-winning science writer Natalie Angier, is the author of "Woman: An Intimate Geography", which is an investigation of female physiology and an explanation of how biology affects us as who we are. (Originally aired June 1999)
David Shenk is the author of "The Forgetting: Alzheimer's, Portrait of an Epidemic". Shenk talks about this insidious disease, which, because of an ageing population, seems to be reaching epidemic proportions. There is still no known cause or cure although some drugs can mask some symptoms experienced in the early part of the disease. (Originally aired: November 2001)
David Shenk is the author of "The Forgetting: Alzheimer's, Portrait of an Epidemic". Shenk talks about this insidious disease, which, because of an ageing population, seems to be reaching epidemic proportions. There is still no known cause or cure although some drugs can mask some symptoms experienced in the early part of the disease. (Originally aired: November 2001)
John Colapinto is the author of "As Nature Made Him: The Boy Who Was Raised as a Girl." The book recounts the tragic story of David Reimer of Manitoba, an identical twin boy who was raised as a girl after a tragic accident to his genitalia. Sadly David Reimer committed suicide in May 2004. (Originally aired March 2000)
Pulitzer Prize-winning science writer Natalie Angier, is the author of "Woman: An Intimate Geography", which is an investigation of female physiology and an explanation of how biology affects us as who we are. (Originally aired June 1999)
Neurosurgeon and CNN medical correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta has written a novel, "Monday Mornings". The title refers to the closed-door morbidity and mortality meetings which doctors attend on Monday mornings, to discuss medical errors. Dr. Gupta also talks about being embedded with troops in Iraq in 2003, and performing brain surgery in the field. On the topic of healthcare in the U.S., he believes more should be done to prevent rather than treat diseases. He thinks it is possible to eradicate heart disease.
Neurosurgeon and CNN medical correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta has written a novel, "Monday Mornings". The title refers to the closed-door morbidity and mortality meetings which doctors attend on Monday mornings, to discuss medical errors. Dr. Gupta also talks about being embedded with troops in Iraq in 2003, and performing brain surgery in the field. On the topic of healthcare in the U.S., he believes more should be done to prevent rather than treat diseases. He thinks it is possible to eradicate heart disease.
Marc D. Lewis answers questions following his lecture based on his book Memoirs of an Addicted Brain.
Marc D. Lewis answers questions following his lecture based on his book Memoirs of an Addicted Brain.
Marc D. Lewis answers questions following his lecture based on his book Memoirs of an Addicted Brain.
Dr. Marc D. Lewis discusses the story and the science behind his book Memoirs of an Addicted Brain. Lewis is a professor at the Behavioral Science Institute, part of Radboud University Nijmegen, The Netherlands. Lewis's book documents the years he spent addicted to drugs including morphine and heroin, and links his first-hand drug experiences to his current behavioral science research into the interaction between drugs and brain chemistry.
Dr. Marc D. Lewis discusses the story and the science behind his book Memoirs of an Addicted Brain. Lewis is a professor at the Behavioral Science Institute, part of Radboud University Nijmegen, The Netherlands. Lewis's book documents the years he spent addicted to drugs including morphine and heroin, and links his first-hand drug experiences to his current behavioral science research into the interaction between drugs and brain chemistry.
Dr. Marc D. Lewis discusses the story and the science behind his book Memoirs of an Addicted Brain. Lewis is a professor at the Behavioral Science Institute, part of Radboud University Nijmegen, The Netherlands. Lewis's book documents the years he spent addicted to drugs including morphine and heroin, and links his first-hand drug experiences to his current behavioral science research into the interaction between drugs and brain chemistry.
Psychiatrist and author, Allen J. Frances, believes that mental illnesses are being over-diagnosed. In his lecture, Diagnostic Inflation: Does Everyone Have a Mental Illness?, Dr. Frances will outline why he thinks the DSM-V will lead to millions of people being mislabeled with mental disorders. His lecture is part of Mental Health Matters, an initiative of TVO in association with the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH). The lecture is followed by a short Q & A.
Psychiatrist and author, Allen J. Frances, believes that mental illnesses are being over-diagnosed. In his lecture, Diagnostic Inflation: Does Everyone Have a Mental Illness?, Dr. Frances outlines why he thinks the DSM-V will lead to millions of people being mislabeled with mental disorders. His lecture was part of Mental Health Matters, an initiative of TVO in association with the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health.
Renowned British psychiatrist and author, Iain McGilchrist, delivers a lecture entitled Our Mind at War. Drawing from research in his latest book, The Master and his Emissary: The Divided Brain and the Making of the Western World, Dr. McGilchrist explains how an overreliance on ways of looking at the world characteristic of the left hemisphere may be partially responsible for the increase in mental illnesses globally, including depression. His lecture was produced in collaboration with the Literary Review of Canada.
Renowned British psychiatrist and author, Iain McGilchrist, delivers a lecture entitled Our Mind at War. Drawing from research in his latest book, The Master and his Emissary: The Divided Brain and the Making of the Western World, Dr. McGilchrist explains how an overreliance on ways of looking at the world characteristic of the left hemisphere may be partially responsible for the increase in mental illnesses globally, including depression. His lecture was produced in collaboration with the Literary Review of Canada.
Psychiatrist, psychoanalyst, and best-selling author, Dr. Norman Doidge, on his book, The Brain that Changes Itself, an examination of the most important breakthrough in neuroscience: the discovery of neuroplasticity. His lecture was delivered at the University of Toronto on March 29th, 2008.
Psychology professor, Marc Fournier, on Domination and Depression. His lecture was delivered at University of Toronto-Scarborough as part of the 2008 Big Ideas Best Lecturer competition.
Zach Hall, Dean of Research at the School of Medicine, University of Southern California, on Neuroethics: A Challenge for a New Age. His lecture was delivered at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health in Toronto on November 12, 2003.
Psychologist Kay Redfield Jamison on Understanding Suicide. Her lecture, drawing on research from her book, Night Falls Fast, was delivered at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health in Toronto in the year 2000. It first aired on Big Ideas on February 3, 2001.
Psychiatrist David Healy with his lecture Gripped by a Python: How Pharmaceutical Companies Control the Medical Marketplace. The lecture was delivered at Bethune College in Toronto on February 27, 2003.
Loretta LaRoche explains how laughter is the best prescription to reduce stress and improve health. A popular lecturer, LaRoche is a proponent of the positive effect of humour on healing. Her book is "Relax: You May Only Have a Few Minutes Left". (Originally aired June 1998)
Loretta LaRoche explains how laughter is the best prescription to reduce stress and improve health. A popular lecturer, LaRoche is a proponent of the positive effect of humour on healing. Her book is "Relax: You May Only Have a Few Minutes Left". (Originally aired June 1998)
Historian Michael Bliss is the author of "The Making of Modern Medicine", which looks at a turning point in the treatment of disease from 1885-1922, during which time medicine started to become more science-based, microbes were discovered and there was much more investment in health care.
Health care expert Sholom Glouberman is the author of "My Operation" . When he recently had to undergo a stay in hospital, he saw the health care system from the inside and was disgusted. Because of his experience, he started the advocacy group "Patients' Association of Canada".
Historian Michael Bliss is the author of "The Making of Modern Medicine", which looks at a turning point in the treatment of disease from 1885-1922, during which time medicine started to become more science-based, microbes were discovered and there was much more investment in health care.
Health care expert Sholom Glouberman is the author of "My Operation" . When he recently had to undergo a stay in hospital, he saw the health care system from the inside and was disgusted. Because of his experience, he started the advocacy group "Patients' Association of Canada".
Medical Ethicist Dr. Philip Hebert reviews the nature of medical mistakes that occur in doctor's offices, labs and hospitals, and what medical professionals and patients can do to help prevent them. Dr. Philip Hebert is Director of Clinical Ethics at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, Toronto. (Originally aired May 2003)
Medical Ethicist Dr. Philip Hebert reviews the nature of medical mistakes that occur in doctor's offices, labs and hospitals, and what medical professionals and patients can do to help prevent them. Dr. Philip Hebert is Director of Clinical Ethics at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, Toronto. (Originally aired May 2003)
In a lecture entitled How Success Happens, New York Times columnist and author, David Brooks, draws from the research in his latest book The Social Animal: The Hidden Sources of Love, Character and Achievement. His lecture was delivered at the Rotman School of Management at the University of Toronto.
In a lecture entitled How Success Happens, New York Times columnist and author, David Brooks, draws from the research in his latest book The Social Animal: The Hidden Sources of Love, Character and Achievement. His lecture was delivered at the Rotman School of Management, University of Toronto.
Drawing on his experiences with addicted patients from Vancouver's Downtown Eastside, Dr. Gabor Maté discusses how the medical and legal systems are failing in the so-called war on drugs. He reads from his book In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts, and suggests ways in which our approach to dealing with drugs and drug addicts could be improved.
Pioneer of "positive psychology" Martin Seligman, believes that by identifying and enhancing your signature strengths, you can learn to make yourself happy. His new book is "Authentic Happiness". (Originally aired February 2002).
Pioneer of "positive psychology" Martin Seligman, believes that by identifying and enhancing your signature strengths, you can learn to make yourself happy. His new book is "Authentic Happiness". (Originally aired February 2002).
Forensic anthropologist and novelist Kathy Reichs introduces her latest book "Death du Jour". Since this show, Fox television produced a series called "Bones" which is based on her novels. (Originally aired June 1999)
Forensic anthropologist and novelist Kathy Reichs introduces her latest book "Death du Jour". Since this show, Fox television produced a series called "Bones" which is based on her novels. (Originally aired June 1999)
E-Health and Research: Privacy and its Limits
Prostate cancer, prostate brachytherapy, Mount Sinai Hospital. Dr. Richard Stock is a pioneer in the development of state-of-the-art approaches for radioactive seed implantation in the treatment of prostate cancer.He also coordinates combination approaches using radiation treatment and orchestrates related research programs.
Prostate cancer, prostate brachytherapy, Mount Sinai Hospital. Dr. Richard Stock is a pioneer in the development of state-of-the-art approaches for radioactive seed implantation in the treatment of prostate cancer.He also coordinates combination approaches using radiation treatment and orchestrates related research programs.
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