Podcasts about Infection

What happens when we stop looking at Japanese knotweed as a problem to solve and start looking at it as a teacher?Japanese knotweed (Reynoutria japonica) is often used as a go-to herb for Lyme disease, but in this fascinating conversation, herbalist Emily French invites us to see this remarkable plant through a much wider lens. From chronic inflammation and joint pain to menstrual stagnation, skin care, and beyond, Emily shares why knotweed has become one of her most trusted herbal allies—and why reducing it to a single use misses the bigger picture entirely.Along the way, we explore knotweed's role as a blood-moving herb, its powerful anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, and the surprising ways it supports both ecological and personal healing. Emily also offers thoughtful reflections on knotweed's controversial reputation, revealing how this much-maligned plant may have more to teach us about cooperation, resilience, and reciprocity than many of us realize.Japanese knotweed also makes a delicious wild food! Emily has shared her recipe for Strawberry Rhubarb Knotweed Galette, a rustic dessert that transforms young knotweed shoots into a memorable seasonal treat. You can download your copy here.By the end of this episode, you'll know:► Over fifteen medicinal benefits of knotweed (far beyond just being a “Lyme herb”!)► Three tips for harvesting knotweed roots► The fascinating ways that knotweed helps prevent Lyme-causing bacteria from taking hold► When to use the roots of knotweed—and when the leaves and stems are best► What makes this plant such an amazing ally for burns, bruises, and sprains► and so much more…For those of you who don't know her, Emily French is a clinical and traditional herbalist who works 1:1 with clients and also teaches about herbalism online and in her 3 year herbal apprenticeship. Her work revolves around her love for reconnecting people with the sophisticated art and science of plant-based healing that we've all known, somewhere in our bones, for thousands of years. She is a passionate and intuitive herbalist, educator, wildcrafter, farmer, medicine maker, and mama. With over 20 years of clinical experience, Emily has a broad understanding of both acute and chronic health issues, and of working with the healing plants to help people move toward balance and vitality.Emily's passion for Japanese knotweed is contagious! By the end of this episode, you may find yourself seeing this controversial plant in an entirely new light.----Get full show notes, transcript, and more information at: herbswithrosaleepodcast.comWould you prefer watching this episode? If so, click here for the video.You can find Emily at Emily-French.com.For more behind-the-scenes of this podcast, follow @rosaleedelaforet on Instagram!Working successfully with herbs requires three essential skills. Get introduced to them by taking my free herbal jumpstart course when you sign up for my newsletter.If you enjoy the Herbs with Rosalee podcast, we could use your support! Please consider leaving a 5-star rating and review and sharing the show with someone who needs to hear it!On the podcast, we explore the many ways plants heal, as food, as medicine, and through nature connection. Each week, I focus on a single seasonal plant and share trusted herbal knowledge so that you can get the best results when using herbs for your health.Learn more about Herbs with Rosalee at herbswithrosalee.com.----Rosalee is an herbalist and author of the bestselling book Alchemy of Herbs: Transform Everyday Ingredients Into Foods & Remedies That Heal and co-author of the bestselling book Wild Remedies: How to Forage Healing Foods and Craft Your Own Herbal Medicine. She's a registered herbalist with the American Herbalists Guild and teaches many popular online courses. Read about how Rosalee went from having a terminal illness to being a bestselling author in her full story here.

In this episode, Ayesha and Andrew discuss the June 17, 2026 issue of JBJS, along with an added dose of entertainment and pop culture. Listen at the gym, on your commute, or whenever your case is on hold! Link: JBJS website: https://jbjs.org/issue.php Sponsor: This episode is brought to you by JBJS Clinical Classroom. Subspecialties: Orthopaedic Essentials, Hip, Basic Science, Spine, Infection, Foot & Ankle, Education & Training, Shoulder Chapters (00:00:02) - Your Cases On Hold(00:01:42) - Top 10 in Orthopedic Surgery: The Legacy of Aaron Rosenberg(00:06:38) - Robinson on Research Expectations(00:18:12) - The role of research in the medical student curriculum(00:19:09) - Residency and the role of research in surgery(00:21:02) - Bone metabolic activity after total hip arthroplasty(00:29:19) - Periprosthetic Joint Infection after total knee arthropl(00:40:37) - Patients with pneumonia after total knee arthroplasty(00:48:57) - Deep Learning System for Lengthy Classification in Adolescent Idiopath

Clement Manyathela speaks to Dr Futhi Mahlase, Paediatrician on the teething processes in children. They also share some tips and advice for parents who are dealing with children who are teething. The Clement Manyathela Show is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, weekdays from 09:00 to 12:00 (SA Time). Clement Manyathela starts his show each weekday on 702 at 9 am taking your calls and voice notes on his Open Line. In the second hour of his show, he unpacks, explains, and makes sense of the news of the day. Clement has several features in his third hour from 11 am that provide you with information to help and guide you through your daily life. As your morning friend, he tackles the serious as well as the light-hearted, on your behalf. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Clement Manyathela Show. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to The Clement Manyathela Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/XijPLtJ or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/p0gWuPE Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sherri Harrah broadcasts from her home garden in this second hour from June 14th, 2026 answering calls and emails about some sticky stuff on crate myrtles,  how to revive trees that have a bacterial infection, when you should start growing a tomato plant from seeds, how to get rid of spider mites from tomatoes, why cucumbers are looking bad and what causes a shortage of butterflies and bees. The post Crate Myrtles, Tree Infections, Tomato Seeds, Cucumbers, Butterflies Bees & Spider Mites -260614-H2 appeared first on HomeShow Garden Pros Radio.

Conflicting evidence exists regarding the ability of surgical helmet systems (SHSs) to reduce rates of infection after joint replacement. The purpose of this study was to investigate the use of SHS in total ankle arthroplasty (TAA) and their effect on postoperative infection rates. In conclusion, Although SHS may provide additional protection for the surgeon from being contaminated during the surgery, the use of surgical hoods was not associated with a protective effect against surgical site infection. Considering the disadvantages and added costs of SHS, the decision to wear hoods during TAA is therefore left to the individual surgeon's discretion and personal preference. Click here to read the article  

In this episode of Communicable, Emily McDonald and Josh Davis are joined by Roger Lewis (USA) and Ian Marschner (Australia) to compare and contrast Bayesian and frequentist statistical approaches. The panel discusses the fundamental principles of both methods, common misconceptions, and the extent to which they are often more similar than many realise. Together, they explore their use in clinical trial design, analysis, and reporting, including adaptive trials and sequential learning. Additional topics include sample size misconceptions, regulatory versus clinical thresholds, and the challenges of interpreting post hoc reanalyses of negative trials.This episode was edited by Kathryn Hostettler and the executive producer of Communicable is Angela Huttner.  Further reading:Berry SM, et al. Bayesian Adaptive Methods for Clinical Trials (Chapman & Hall/CRC Biostatistics Series). Boca Raton (FL): CRC Press; 2010. FDA Guidance Document: Use of Bayesian Methodology in Clinical Trials of Drug and Biological Products FDA, 2026, https://www.fda.gov/regulatory-information/search-fda-guidance-documents/use-bayesian-methodology-clinical-trials-drug-and-biological-productsLee TC, et al. Contextualizing the use of corticosteroids in severe Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia through a Bayesian lens. CMI Comms 2025, https://www.cmi-comms.org/article/S2950-5909(25)00082-4/fulltextLivingston EH and Lewis RJ. JAMA Guide to Statistics and Methods, https://jamaevidence.mhmedical.com/Book.aspx?bookId=2742Marschner I. Confidence distributions for treatment effects in clinical trials: Posteriors without priors. Stat Med 2024, doi: 10.1002/sim.10000.Whitehead J. The design and analysis of sequential clinical trials. Revised 2nd ed. Chichester: John Wiley & Sons; 1997.

Dr. Olga Klinkova, Infectious Diseases clinician at Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute, conducts a board review session on Candida Infections targeted towards the medical resident or Infectious Diseases Fellow. Topics discussed include a comparison and contrast of the different Candida species, information on Candida auris, Candidemia, and disseminated (hepatosplenic) candidiasis. Also discussed are novel antifungals used for azole-resistant candidiasis. Guidelines based reference sources are also mentioned.

Many people are doing all the "right" things—eating healthy, taking supplements, exercising, and prioritizing sleep—yet still struggle with chronic fatigue, brain fog, inflammation, digestive issues, hormone imbalances, skin problems, and unexplained symptoms. What if the real culprit is a hidden infection? In this episode of The Dr. Josh Axe Show, Dr. Josh Axe sits down with Dr. Chris Motley to uncover how chronic infections can quietly impact nearly every system in the body. Together, they explore the connection between mold toxicity, Lyme disease, parasites, Candida overgrowth, H. pylori, viruses, and other hidden pathogens—and how these infections may be contributing to symptoms that conventional testing often overlooks. You'll learn how infections affect the brain, gut, thyroid, immune system, hormones, and metabolism, along with practical natural strategies to support healing. Dr. Motley shares insights on herbal protocols, targeted nutrition, detoxification support, immune-strengthening therapies, and lifestyle practices designed to help address root causes and restore health from the inside out. If you've been searching for answers to persistent symptoms and want to better understand the hidden factors that may be impacting your health, this conversation is packed with valuable insights and actionable takeaways. Uncover what's really going on in your body with advanced biomarker testing for hormones, thyroid, and metabolism—plus a 1-hour consultation with a Senior Health Advisor! → http://mybloodwork.com Thank you to our sponsors!Sunlighten Sauna: https://get.sunlighten.com/axepodcast Manukora Manuka Honey: https://manukora.com/axe Caraway Home: carawayhome.com/drjoshaxe (Use code DRJOSHAXE) for an exclusive discount Watch The Dr. Josh Axe Show every Monday & Thursday on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drjoshaxe?sub_confirmation=1

Ari Shaffir stops by Steph Infection and immediately makes himself at home, which means slow motion poop videos, piss bottle confessions, hemorrhoid talk, and an award presentation. Steph and Ari get into performing at The Box for Ari's storytelling show The End, being homeless by choice, getting booed in Brooklyn and London, why men have no idea what a labia is, hiding from Shabbos in a dorm room for 20 weeks, and the spoon story that cannot be unheard. Follow Ari on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/arishaffir and check out his podcast https://www.youtube.com/@youbetrippinpod Also check out me and all the other amazing standups on his new storytelling show https://theend.ymhstudios.com/ Follow https://www.instagram.com/stephtolev/ and https://www.instagram.com/steph_infection_podcast/ on Instagram. And if you want to see my award-winning episode, you can watch that at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IrWFk0vcV6g SPONSORS: Head to https://www.talkiatry.com/steph to complete the short assessment and get matched with an in‑network psychiatrist in minutes. Start your free trial and get 50% off your first year of total money clarity using link https://www.monarch.com/STEPH or code STEPH Send in your body stories to be featured on the pod! See Steph's "KEEPIN EM' HARD" Tour: ATLANTA, GA - JUNE 11-13 LEXINGTON, KY - JUNE 14 INDIANAPOLIS, IN - JULY 17-19 NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ - AUGUST 7-8 HALIFAX, CANADA - AUGUST 9 VANCOUVER, CANADA - AUGUST 29 EUGENE, OR - SEPTEMBER 10-12 RICHMOND, VA - SEPTEMBER 19-20 Get tickets at https://punchup.live/stephtolev Steph Tolev caught fire on the BILL BURR PRESENTS: FRIENDS WHO KILL, Netflix special. She was named a COMEDIAN YOU SHOULD AND WILL KNOW by Vulture, which recognized her as one of Canada's funniest exports. She was featured on Comedy Central's THE RINGERS stand up series, and season two of UNPROTECTED SETS. Steph has appeared in Comedy Central's CORPORATE and starred in an episode of the Sarah Silverman-produced PLEASE UNDERSTAND ME. Steph has been well received at festivals all over the world and headlines clubs across the country. She also has a hit podcast on ALL THINGS COMEDY called “STEPH INFECTION” and appears in the feature OLD DADS starring and written by Bill Burr on Netflix . Check out her tour dates to see her live! Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:25 - The End & The Box 00:06:29 - Grossest Place You've Ever F*cked 00:09:17 - Ari Goes Nomad & Getting Booed 00:18:32 - Labia Diagrams, *ss Eating Etiquette, & Pooping Onstage 00:24:25 - Pig Era 00:28:27 - Hemorrhoid Deep Dive 00:32:26 - Comedy Mothership 00:53:36 - The Shabbos Piss Bottle Chronicles 00:59:22 - Slo-Mo Poop Video 01:04:29 - The Spoon Story & The Award Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In this heartfelt episode of Autism for Badass Moms, hostRashidah sits down with Nykyta "Kyta" Arnold, a Georgia mom of three, to share the story of her youngest son Omry's autism journey. After the infection resulted in hearing loss, speech therapy was recommended to support his development. It was during those therapy sessions that the possibility ofautism was first raised.Nykyta opens up about navigating the uncertainty ofdevelopmental delays, processing an unexpected diagnosis, and learning to trust her instincts as a mother. She reflects on the fears, questions, and emotional challenges that many autism moms face, while also sharing how her experienceraising two neurotypical boys helped prepare her for a path she never anticipated.Throughout the conversation, Nykyta discusses faith,resilience, advocacy, and the importance of embracing the child in front of you rather than the expectations you once held. Her story is a reminder that while life can change in an instant, parents are often stronger than they realize.Whether you're newly navigating a diagnosis or years intoyour journey, this episode offers encouragement, understanding, and hope from a mother who has walked a similar path. In this episode, we discuss:0:00 – Episode Intro 0:55 – Guest bio — Nykyta Arnold3:27 – Welcome Nykyta / getting into her story3:48 – Omry's story begins — birthday party, high fever, urgent carevisit7:33 – The 4 AM call: positive bacteria test, rushed back to thehospital9:36 – How Motrin actually saved Omry's life (the anaphylactic reaction)11:10 – Motrin allergy revealed + urticaria explained14:10 – Nykyta's cousin (the pediatric nurse) spots hearing loss15:16 – Babies Can't Wait program fast-tracks Omry to speech therapy15:48 – Speech therapist recommends autism testing17:21 – Diagnosis around Omry's second birthday17:22 – Anger, guilt, and the "what ifs"19:37 – Carrying the blame of daycare during COVID19:38 – How is Omry doing now? ABA therapy, first words, sassy attitude26:18 – Finding community — the power of autism mom groups27:22 – Nykyta starts giving back (inclusive Santa experience)29:49 – Where to find Nykyta33:10 – Message to the mom struggling with the "what ifs"34:08 – "Give yourself grace. You are not alone." Connect with Nykyta:Instagram: www.instagram.com/jasmine_amoreInstagram: www.instagram.com/omar.autism.support Connect with Autism for Badass MomsInstagram: www.instagram.com/theabmpodcastFacebook: www.facebook.com/theabmpodcast If this episode resonated with you, don't forget to: -Follow the podcast-Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform-Leave a review to help us reach more autism moms across theglobe-Share this episode with a mom who needs to hear this  

In this episode of The Health Revival Show, I tackle the persistent issues of SIBO, EBV, and recurring infections that plague so many of you. If you've been struggling with these health challenges, you might be wondering why they keep returning despite your best efforts. The truth is, the infections themselves are often not the primary problem; rather, the focus should be on your immune system's ability to resolve these infections. I delve into the importance of immune regulation, the role of nutrients like vitamin D, and how chronic inflammation can lead to a breakdown in immune function. Join me as we explore actionable strategies to rebuild your immune health, so you can finally break the cycle of recurring symptoms and reclaim your vitality.

Pediatric lichen sclerosus tends to persist into adulthood [article]Add abx to lidocaine -> fewer infections [article]Scar massage - does it work??? [article]Delphi recs for CCCA [article]Check out Luke's Urticaria CMEexperience! https://aaaaicsu.gathered.com/curriculum/217Learn more about the U of U Dermatology ECHOmodel! physicians.utah.edu/echo/dermatology-primarycare Want to donate to the cause? Do so here!Donate to the podcast: ⁠uofuhealth.org/dermasphere⁠Check out our video content on YouTube:⁠www.youtube.com/@dermaspherepodcast⁠and VuMedi!: ⁠www.vumedi.com/channel/dermasphere/⁠The University of Utah's DermatologyECHO: ⁠⁠physicians.utah.edu/echo/dermatology-primarycare⁠ Connect with us!- Web: ⁠⁠dermaspherepodcast.com/⁠⁠ - Twitter: @⁠DermaspherePC⁠- Instagram: dermaspherepodcast- Facebook: ⁠www.facebook.com/DermaspherePodcast/⁠- Check out Luke and Michelle's other podcast,SkinCast! ⁠⁠healthcare.utah.edu/dermatology/skincast/⁠⁠ Luke andMichelle report no significant conflicts of interest… BUT checkout our friends at:- ⁠Kikoxp.com ⁠(a social platform for doctors to share knowledge)- ⁠⁠www.levelex.com/games/top-derm⁠⁠ (A free dermatology game to learn more dermatology!

Discover 5 key autoimmune triggers hiding in your past. From COVID and herpes simplex to staph, Epstein-Barr, and strep infections, Nurse Doza breaks down how past infections can reprogram your immune system to attack your own tissue — and what gut health has to do with it all. Gut (L-Glutamine) by MSW Nutrition Gut, featuring 4 grams of pure L-Glutamine per scoop, is the primary fuel source for the cells that line your intestinal wall. When past infections, antibiotics, or chronic stress compromise your gut barrier, your immune system loses its most important line of defense — creating the conditions where autoimmune triggers thrive. Gut helps repair the gut lining, reduce digestive inflammation, and support the immune cells that depend on a healthy gut to function properly. Whether you're managing an existing autoimmune disorder or working to prevent one, healing your gut is where it starts.

Ari Fleischer, former WH Press Secretary, Fox News Contributor, president of Ari Fleischer communications and author of the book SUPPRESSION, DECEPTION, SNOBBERY, AND BIAS: Why the Press Gets So Much Wrong- And Just Doesn't Care, joined us on the Guy Benson Show. Guy and Ari discussed NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's controversial pick for Congress, the modern state of the Democratic party, and Dr. Adam Hamawy, another controversial Democrat who is running for New Jersey's 12th Congressional District. Listen to the full interview below! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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REC (2007) found footage horror gets the Cutting Deep into Horror treatment as Henrique Couto & Rachael Redolfilock themselves inside one of the most terrifying Spanish horror movies ever made. Directed by Jaume Balagueró and Paco Plaza, REC is a lean, relentless Spanish found footage zombie horror classic that follows a TV reporter and her cameraman into a Barcelona apartment building where a routine emergency call becomes a sealed-off nightmare.In this episode, Henrique and Rachael dig into why REC still feels so scary, eerie, immediate, and brutally effectivenearly two decades later. From the firehouse ride-along setup to the escalating quarantine, from the infected attacks to the unforgettable night-vision finale, this is a movie that understands exactly how to use shaky camera chaos without losing the audience.Inside this episode:Why REC works so well as found footage horror — and why the news crew setup makes the camera feel natural instead of forced.The apartment building as a horror trap — claustrophobic hallways, locked exits, frightened residents, and a quarantine that keeps tightening.Spanish zombie horror vs. American remake energy — including comparisons to Quarantine and why the original feels rawer and more dangerous.The Tristiana Medeiros reveal — how the movie shifts from outbreak horror into something more demonic, strange, and unforgettable.The final darkness — why the night-vision climax remains one of the most iconic endings in modern found footage horror.Henrique and Rachael's final thoughts on why REC is one of the strongest found footage films they've covered so far.REC was reportedly produced on a roughly $2.1 million budget and earned about $23 million worldwide, making it a major international success for Spanish horror and one of the defining found-footage genre entries of the 2000s.

The Battle of Shiloh was one of the bloodiest battles of the American Civil War. But what happened there doesn't fit neatly inside a history book. Visit https://themetaphysical.tv for uncensored After Hours episodes, exclusive content, and access to a library of 1,000+ mind-expanding videos on hidden history, forbidden knowledge, and otherworldly topics! On a cold, rain-soaked battlefield in 1862, tens of thousands of wounded soldiers lied in the mud waiting for help that might never come. Infection was almost a death sentence. The odds of survival were brutal. Yet, something happened that no one expected. Soldiers' wounds began to glow—not metaphorically, but actually glowing. A strange, blue-green light appeared on injured soldiers across the battlefield. The men whose wounds glowed were statistically more likely to survive. The phenomenon became known as the “angel's glow.” Now, here's the uncomfortable part. For decades, the story has been dismissed as a myth, or religious exaggeration, battlefield folklore for desperate men who needed hope. After all, the official model of reality doesn't allow for the paranormal, like angels on a battlefield. However, what if that dismissal tells us more about reality itself than about the event? Metaphysical examines what really happened at Shiloh, not just historically, but metaphysically. Was it divine intervention? A natural anomaly? Biological? Or something more interesting—something that reveals how extreme conditions alter the rules we think we understand? Join investigative researcher Rob Counts and remote viewer John Vivanco for a Metaphysical episode that's out of this world. In this episode: a paranormal glow, supernatural events, angels and miracles, hauntings, biological events vs. spiritual ones, amazing intuition of birds, ancient medical accounts, medical miracles, spirit guides, angelic presences, and more

Why Your Thyroid Is the "Check Engine Light" Your thyroid is the check engine light, not the engine. With Hashimoto's, the real story is happening in your gut, your immune system, and your stress physiology, often years before your thyroid shows it. If you have Hashimoto's and you're only chasing your thyroid numbers, you're missing the bigger question: why is your immune system attacking your thyroid in the first place? In this episode of the Medical Disruptor, I break down what Hashimoto's actually is, what the standard "replace the hormone" approach misses, and why your low-functioning thyroid is often a check engine light for something deeper, including gut health, gluten, infections, chronic stress, and toxins. I'm Dr. E, the NP with the PhD, and I help humans go from medically gaslit to medically empowered. We'll cover leaky gut and the gluten-to-TPO connection, the gut microbiome's role in converting T4 to T3, infections like EBV and H. pylori, how chronic stress and cortisol affect your thyroid, endocrine-disrupting toxins, and the smartest next steps to take before you reach for supplements. Want more practical health tips? Join my newsletter! https://freechapter.lpages.co/newsletter-opt-in/ Feeling "normal but not okay"? Grab my free guide to track your symptoms, spot your patterns, and get taken seriously https://freechapter.lpages.co/normal-but-not-okay-handout/ Check us out on social media: https://www.instagram.com/drefratlamandrehttps://www.facebook.com/drefratlamandrehttps://www.tiktok.com/@drefratlamandre #functionalmedicine #drefratlamandre #medicaldisruptor #NPwithaPHD #nursepractitioner #medicalgaslighting Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction 02:28 - Where Standard Treatment Falls Short 04:47 - The Gut, Gluten & Leaky Gut Connection 08:31 - Infections, Stress & Toxins 11:37 - What To Do Next: 5 Smart Steps 13:39 - Supplements That Actually Help Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In this episode of Lipstick on Labcoats, we explore the unsettling parallels between Trojan viruses, entropy, and the fragile systems that define our modern world.From biological pathogens that hijack cellular machinery to computer viruses that disguise themselves as harmless code, Trojan mechanisms reveal a deeper pattern: systems built on order can be quietly repurposed from within. But this isn't limited to biology or technology.Drawing from physics, information theory, and real-world events, we examine how entropy, the natural drift toward disorder, interacts with financial systems, digital networks, and social structures. Why do complex systems often appear stable right up until they aren't? And how do subtle, almost invisible shifts accumulate until control itself becomes an illusion?This episode asks a central question: in a world of interconnected systems, is collapse sudden or is it simply order slowly being rewritten from the inside?A meditation on viruses, vulnerability, and the quiet mathematics of instability.

Most herbal dosing strategies fail during acute infections, not because the herbs are wrong, but because the dosage, frequency, and timing are wrong. In this video, Sajah Popham from the School of Evolutionary Herbalism walks you through the four biggest mistakes herbalists make when treating infections, and how to create protocols that lead to better outcomes. Here's what you'll learn: Why herbal dosing for acute infections is different from chronic care The four most common mistakes people make when taking herbs during illness Why low-dose strategies often fail in the treatment of acute infections Suggested dosage and frequency guidelines for acute herbal protocols Why herbs need time and consistency to build up and be effective How to think about various herb classes as part of your treatment protocol The importance of organ-system specificity and tissue state energetics Why herbs don't work the same way antibiotics do, and how to manage client expectations Treating lingering symptoms  Supportive lifestyle practices that improve recovery outcomes Warning signs that indicate it may be time to seek medical attention   If you want to dive even deeper into this kind of information, you might really like our FREE Vitalist Herbalism Mini-course.  Join the waitlist to get the FREE workshop when it starts on June 15, 2026: http://www.evolutionaryherbalism.com/vitalist-herbalism-mini-course/waitlist/   ———————————— CONNECT WITH SAJAH AND WHITNEY ———————————— To get free in depth mini-courses and videos, visit our blog at:  http://www.evolutionaryherbalism.com   Get daily inspiration and plant wisdom on our Facebook and Instagram channels: http://www.facebook.com/EvolutionaryHerbalism https://www.instagram.com/evolutionary_herbalism/   Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyP63opAmcpIAQg1M9ShNSQ   Get a free 5-week course when you buy a copy of the book, Evolutionary Herbalism: https://www.evolutionaryherbalism.com/evolutionary-herbalism-book/   Shop our herbal products:  https://naturasophiaspagyrics.com/   ———————————— ABOUT THE PLANT PATH ———————————— The Plant Path is a window into the world of herbal medicine. With perspectives gleaned from traditional Western herbalism, Ayurveda, Chinese Medicine, Alchemy, Medical Astrology, and traditional cultures from around the world, The Plant Path provides unique insights, skills and strategies for the practice of true holistic herbalism. From clinical to spiritual perspectives, we don't just focus on what herbs are "good for," but rather who they are as intelligent beings, and how we can work with them to heal us physically and consciously evolve.   ———————————— ABOUT SAJAH ———————————— Sajah Popham is the author of Evolutionary Herbalism and the founder of the School of Evolutionary Herbalism, where he trains herbalists in a holistic system of plant medicine that encompasses clinical Western herbalism, medical astrology, Ayurveda, and spagyric alchemy. His mission is to develop a comprehensive approach that balances the science and spirituality of plant medicine, focusing on using plants to heal and rejuvenate the body, clarify the mind, open the heart, and support the development of the soul. This is only achieved through understanding and working with the chemical, energetic, and spiritual properties of the plants. His teachings embody a heartfelt respect, honor and reverence for the vast intelligence of plants in a way that empowers us to look deeper into the nature of our medicines and ourselves. He lives on a homestead in the foothills of Mt. Baker Washington with his wife Whitney where he teaches, consults clients, and prepares spagyric herbal medicines.    ———————————— WANT TO FEATURE US ON YOUR PODCAST? ———————————— If you'd like to interview Sajah or Whitney to be on your podcast, click here to fill out an interview request form. If Whitney is facilitating an interview:   ———————————— ABOUT WHITNEY ———————————— Whitney Popham is an herbal practitioner and the co-founder of The School of Evolutionary Herbalism and Organic Unity. Her calling to plant medicine began from a deep passion for activism and a vision for creating healing and positive change in the world. She has devoted her life to that vision by being a humble vessel for the plants to touch people's lives and bring more healing and beauty into the world.   Through her own health challenges and struggles, she experienced the profound healing gifts of plant medicines and then committed her life to helping others reach vibrant levels of health. She specializes in digestive health in her clinical practice through working with herbal medicine, nutrition and lifestyle coaching. Her true gift is in listening to the plants through intuition and vision, which she uses to help her clients with healing on the emotional, psychological, spiritual, as well as physical levels of health.  

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If you've been diagnosed with Hashimoto's but still don't feel like yourself, your gut may be part of the puzzle. In this episode, Brooke sits down with her new team member, Emily, to discuss GI-MAP stool testing, how it works, and what it can reveal about hidden infections, microbial imbalances, and digestive dysfunction that may be impacting thyroid health. You'll learn how comprehensive stool testing can uncover root causes that traditional testing often misses, why personalized protocols are more effective than generic supplement recommendations, and who may benefit most from this type of advanced testing. If you're looking for a deeper understanding of the gut-thyroid connection, this episode is a great place to start. Click HERE o access the show notes for this episode and learn more about how you can work with us 

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In this episode of the Medical Matters Podcast, Dr. Peter Brier and Nurse Practitioner Kelly McCormick discuss the recent rise in cases of Ebola and Hantavirus -- the differences, symptoms, and treatments are considered.The goal of this podcast is to provide background, historical context, and explain how the viruses are taking hold. Ebola is largely active in Central and West Africa, and cases may be tracked at this website -- as for Hantavirus, cases are seen in South Africa and South America, and may also be tracked.Further, experts note that the US is likely not fully prepared to guard against an outbreak of either disease.

It's hospital day five. The patient looked better yesterday… but now she's hypotensive, on vasopressors, acidotic, and spiraling toward multi-organ failure. The CT scan doesn't show perforation or megacolon, but your gut tells you this is going south. Do you keep pushing medical therapy… or is it time to operate?Join Drs. Rushabh Dev, Jeffrey Coughenour, Kevin Bartow, Raymond Okeke, and Desra Fletcher from the Emergency General Surgery team in Tiger Country at Mizzou as they tackle one of the deadliest and most challenging diseases acute care surgeons face: fulminant Clostridioides difficile infection. In this Clinical Challenges episode, the panel discusses diagnostic stewardship, ASCRS recommendations, timing of operative intervention and technique, subtotal colectomy versus diverting loop ileostomy with lavage, and physiology that should push surgeons toward definitive source control. Through a real-world high-risk case vignette, the team explores the hardest question in emergency general surgery: when to stop hoping medical therapy will work and pull the operative trigger.Hosts Dr. Rushabh Dev FACS (Moderator, Surgical Attending) – Assistant Professor of Surgery, Associate PD ACS & SCCM Fellowship, SICU Medical Director, Lieutenant Commander United States Navy Reserve  Dr. Jeffery Coughenour FACS (Surgical Attending) – Professor of Surgery and Emergency Medicine, Trauma Medical Director at the University of Missouri SOM Dr. Kevin Bartow FACS (Surgical Attending) –Professor of Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgeon and General Surgery. Department of General Surgery at the University of Missouri SOM Raymond Okeke – Acute Care Surgery/Surgical Critical Care Fellow, University of Missouri School of Medicine  Desra Fletcher – PGY 3 General Surgery Resident, University of Missouri School of Medicine  Learning ObjectivesBy the end of this episode, listeners should be able to: Define the spectrum of Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI), including non-severe, severe, and fulminant disease, and recognize the physiologic implications of fulminant colitis.  Review contemporary diagnostic stewardship for CDI, including appropriate stool testing, pitfalls of PCR/NAAT interpretation, and the role and limitations of CT imaging in fulminant disease.  Describe evidence-based medical management of fulminant CDI, including high-dose enteral vancomycin, intravenous metronidazole, rectal vancomycin for ileus, and principles of antimicrobial stewardship.  Recognize the high-risk clinical features that should prompt urgent surgical evaluation, including worsening shock, vasopressor dependence, lactate elevation, organ failure, and evolving abdominal exam findings.  Discuss the operative indications and timing for surgery in fulminant CDI and understand why delayed intervention contributes to mortality.  Compare subtotal colectomy with end ileostomy versus diverting loop ileostomy with antegrade lavage, including current evidence, patient selection, limitations of the literature, and ASCRS recommendations.  Review practical operative strategies for subtotal colectomy in unstable patients, including damage-control principles and common technical pitfalls.  Apply clinical reasoning to a complex, high-risk case of fulminant CDI in a patient with decompensated cirrhosis, septic shock, and multi-organ dysfunction.  References ASCRS Clinical Practice Guidelines for *Clostridioides difficile* Infection (2021)  Surgical Management of *Clostridium difficile* Colitis — Neal et al., 2011 (Loop Ileostomy + Lavage Protocol)  Clinical Practice Guidelines for *Clostridioides difficile* Infection in Adults and Children (IDSA/SHEA, 2021 Update)  Adjunctive Hyperbaric Oxygen and Surgical Outcomes in Necrotizing Soft Tissue Infections (Background discussion of severe infection physiology)  Total Abdominal Colectomy Versus Diverting Loop Ileostomy for Fulminant CDI — Systematic Review & Meta-analysis  Current Status of Surgical Therapy for Fulminant *Clostridioides difficile* Colitis  Behind the Knife Episode 648 – Emergency General Surgery Journal Review: *Clostridioides difficile* Infection  Bottom line: Fulminant C. diff is one of the few EGS diseases where the hardest decision is not what operation to perform — it's recognizing when medical therapy has failed before the patient becomes unsalvageable.Please visit https://behindtheknife.org to access other high-yield surgical education podcasts, videos and more.  If you liked this episode, check out our recent episodes here: https://behindtheknife.org/listenBehind the Knife Premium: https://behindtheknife.org/premiumOral Board Review: https://behindtheknife.org/oral-boardOral Board Simulator: https://behindtheknife.org/oral-board/simulatorGeneral Surgery Oral Board Review Course: https://behindtheknife.org/premium/general-surgery-oral-board-reviewTrauma Surgery Video Atlas: https://behindtheknife.org/premium/trauma-surgery-video-atlasDominate Surgery: A High-Yield Guide to Your Surgery Clerkship: https://behindtheknife.org/premium/dominate-surgery-a-high-yield-guide-to-your-surgery-clerkshipDominate Surgery for APPs: A High-Yield Guide to Your Surgery Rotation: https://behindtheknife.org/premium/dominate-surgery-for-apps-a-high-yield-guide-to-your-surgery-rotationVascular Surgery Oral Board Review Course: https://behindtheknife.org/premium/vascular-surgery-oral-board-reviewColorectal Surgery Oral Board Review Course: https://behindtheknife.org/premium/colorectal-surgery-oral-board-reviewSurgical Oncology Oral Board Review Course: https://behindtheknife.org/premium/surgical-oncology-oral-board-reviewCardiothoracic Oral Board Review Course: https://behindtheknife.org/premium/cardiothoracic-surgery-oral-board-reviewDownload our App:Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/behind-the-knife/id1672420049Android/Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.btk.app&hl=en_US

In this episode, Drs. Jason Silverman and Amber Hildreth talk to Dr. Valeria Cohran about the advances in intestinal rehabilitation care for infants and children with short bowel syndrome including changes nutrition management, line care and use of GLP-2 analogues that have led to decreases in intestinal failure associated liver disease and transplantation. Learning objectivesTo understand the composition and impact of multidisciplinary intestinal rehabilitation teams.To review the historical presentation of intestinal failure-associated liver disease (IFALD) and changes in practice that have reduced its prevalence and severity.To review GLP-2 analogues and their impact on outcomes and quality of life for children with short bowel syndrome. LinksPapers mentioned:PIFCON data paper on IFALDCholestasis and infection in long-term PNManagement of CVL in SBS Position PaperIntestinal Rehabilitation Teams Practice GuidelinePrevious episodes mentioned:Sue Protheroe - Enteral Nutrition in Intestinal FailureDanielle Wendel - Central Line Management in Intestinal Failure (Special JPGN Episode)Ruben Quiros-Tejeira - Multivisceral TransplantationPaul Wales - Surgical Management in Short Bowel SyndromeValeria Cohran & Conrad Cole - Racism in MedicineSend us Fan MailSupport the showThis episode may be eligible for CME credit!  Once you have listened to the episode, click this link to claim your credit.  Credit is available to NASPGHAN members (if you are not a member, you should probably sign up).  And thank you to the NASPGHAN Professional Education Committee for their review!As always, the discussion, views, and recommendations in this podcast are the sole responsibility of the hosts and guests and are subject to change over time with advances in the field.Check out our merch website!Follow us on Bluesky, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram for all the latest news and upcoming episodes.Click here to support the show.

This Skeptical Sunday, Jessica Wynn explains how dialysis became a $50B industry where under 40% of patients survive five painful years of dependence.Welcome to Skeptical Sunday, a special edition of The Jordan Harbinger Show where Jordan and a guest break down a topic that you may have never thought about, open things up, and debunk common misconceptions. This time around, we're joined by writer and researcher Jessica Wynn!Full show notes and resources can be found here: jordanharbinger.com/1336On This Week's Skeptical Sunday:Dialysis is a life-sustaining external filtration system for the roughly 800,000 Americans in kidney failure — but it's grueling. Most patients endure three to five hours per session, three times a week, indefinitely, and fewer than 40% survive beyond five years.The financial structure is staggering. Dialysis is a $50 billion-a-year US industry, with Medicare spending about $36 billion annually — roughly 7% of its entire budget for under 1% of the population. Two companies, DaVita and Fresenius, control about 70% of all clinics.The system rewards permanence over cure. Since 1972, Medicare has covered kidney failure for everyone regardless of age, creating guaranteed, indefinite revenue. Transplants and home dialysis are cheaper and better for patients, yet under-incentivized because they cost providers customers.The human and safety toll is severe. Infections cause 36% of dialysis deaths, sepsis mortality runs 100 to 300 times higher than average, and understaffing worsens outcomes. Many patients lose their jobs, mobility, and social lives — some choose to stop treatment entirely.The hopeful part: much kidney disease is preventable or delayable, and you have real power here. Manage diabetes and hypertension aggressively, get your kidneys checked with a simple blood and urine test, and see a nephrologist early — catching it sooner can dramatically slow progression.Connect with Jordan on Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. If you have something you'd like us to tackle here on Skeptical Sunday, drop Jordan a line at jordan@jordanharbinger.com and let him know!Connect with Jessica Wynn at Instagram (and Instagram!), and subscribe to her newsletters: Between the Lines and Where the Shadows Linger!And if you're still game to support us, please leave a review here — even one sentence helps! Sign up for Six-Minute Networking — our free networking and relationship development mini course — at jordanharbinger.com/course!Subscribe to our once-a-week Wee Bit Wiser newsletter today and start filling your Wednesdays with wisdom!Do you even Reddit, bro? Join us at r/JordanHarbinger!This Episode Is Brought To You By Our Fine Sponsors: Lufthansa Allegris: Go to Lufthansa.com and search for "Allegris" to learn moreCookUnity: 50% off first week: cookunity.com/jordan or code JORDANRevolve Man: 15% off: revolve.com/jordan, code JordanMarathon Rewards: Sign up today: marathonrewards.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, the Bo-Hosts celebrate the 38th Anniversary of Van Halen's multi-platinum sophomore album, OU812.   Released on May 24, 1988, OU812 (pronounced "Oh You Ate One Too") debuted at #1 on the US Billboard 200 chart and was the Sammy Hagar-fronted band's second consecutive studio album to hit the top spot.  The classic, but equally controversial album (due to it's lack of low-end Michael Anthony), spawned four Top-40 singles, including the smash hit "When It's Love". But after 38 years, the Bo-hosts revisit the album's overlooked cookers, such as "AFU", "Source of Infection" and "Black and Blue", to discuss why they should be re-appraised, their VH rankings and their sonic-siblings!So crack open a Sammy libation of choice, set the DeLorean's controls for the sun-drenched days of 1988 and join the Bo-Hosts for an episode so big it needed to be split in half! "What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enX:https://x.com/BogusOtisShowYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheBogusOtisShowTik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@thebogusotisshowConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com

Our editors – Marc Bonten, Erin McCreary, Anne-Grete Märtson, Angela Huttner, and Josh Davis – are back for part two of the ESCMID Global Late Breakers series, summarising five more late-breaking trials presented at ESCMID Global 2026. They discuss the trials' strengths and weaknesses, and whether their results should change practice. The five trials presented in this half of the series are listed below, and links to their respective sessions can be watched and rewatched on the ESCMID Global Virtual Platform. Links to corresponding abstracts and publications where available are provided as well.Conflict of interest/involvement in the trials:Marc Bonten was the chair of the E.mbrace trial's steering committeeJosh Davis is global co-lead of the SNAP trialJosh Davis was a site investigator on the E.mbrace trialAngela Huttner was an independent/unpaid member of the E.mbrace trial's steering committee and an investigator on the precursor phase 1 trial testing the E. coli vaccinePROCALBAN trial (Late-breaking clinical trials in sepsis management)Chowdhury F, et al. Use of Procalcitonin Point-Of-Care Testing to Guide De-Escalation of Antibiotic Therapy in Adult Sepsis Patients in a Tertiary Hospital in Bangladesh: A Randomised Controlled Open-Label Trial, Preprints with The Lancet, doi: 10.2139/ssrn.6541698BENEFICIAL trial (Late-breaking clinical trials in sepsis management) De Cock PA, et al. Bedside model-informed precision dosing of vancomycin in severely ill neonates and children in Belgium (the BENEFICIAL trial): a multicentre, randomised controlled trial. Lancet Child Adolesc Health, doi: 10.1016/S2352-4642(25)00385-2  SNAP trial (Late-breaking clinical trials in sepsis management) Bowen A. Adjunctive clindamycin for treatment of Staphylococcus aureus bacteraemia: a randomised controlled trial within the S. aureus Network Adaptive Platform (SNAP), abstractAdjunctive betamethasone treatment of hypoxemic adults hospitalised with Mycoplasma pneumoniae community-acquired pneumonia: an open-label, multicentre, randomised, controlled trial (Late-breaking research from The Lancet)Hagman K, et al. Adjunctive betamethasone treatment of hypoxaemic adults hospitalised with Mycoplasma pneumoniae community-acquired pneumonia: an open-label, multicentre, randomised, controlled trial. Lancet 2026, doi: 10.1016/j.lanepe.2026.101610E.mbrace trial (Vaccines: landmark trials and preventive immunisation)Cohen CA, et al. Randomised phase III trial of a 9-valent vaccine (ExPEC9V) for prevention of invasive Escherichia coli disease (IED) in older adults (E.mbrace), abstractThe Swiss multicentre phase 1, first-in-human trial testing the conjugate E. coli vaccine:Huttner A et al. Safety, immunogenicity, and preliminary clinical efficacy of a vaccine against extraintestinal pathogenic Escherichia coli in women with a history of recurrent urinary tract infection: a randomised, single-blind, placebo-controlled phase 1b trial. Lancet Infect Dis 2017: May;17(5):528-537

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Welcome to the latest Midlife Minute. I've been getting many questions about viruses, bacterial vaginosis, and recurrent infections. So, today, I'm stepping a little outside our usual topics to explore how changes in the gut microbiome can directly influence the vaginal microbiome. Join me as I clarify what actually happens in the body during perimenopause and menopause, and explain why those shifts matter more than most women realize. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN: Three changes that occur simultaneously during perimenopause and menopause, and how those changes increase our susceptibility to viruses like herpes. Why declining estrogen weakens the vaginal microbiome How gut microbiome changes in midlife affect the ability to recycle estrogen via the estrobolome Why the gut barrier becomes less stable and more permeable during perimenopause and menopause, and how that can trigger immune responses and low-grade inflammation How hormonal fluctuations can trigger viral outbreaks and increase the likelihood of shingles What research shows about hormone replacement therapy and lower rates and recurrence of severe herpes simplex infections Why bacterial vaginosis is becoming more common in midlife How to balance and support the gut and vaginal microbiome in midlife Connect with Cynthia Thurlow   Follow on X, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia's website. Submit your questions to support@cynthiathurlow.com Join other like-minded women in a supportive, nurturing community: The Midlife Pause/Cynthia Thurlow.  Cynthia's Menopause Gut Book is on presale now! Cynthia's Intermittent Fasting Transformation Book The Midlife Pause Supplement Line Links: 1. Menopausal shift on women's health and microbial niches 2. The Effect of Menopause on the Innate Anti-Viral Activity of Cervicovaginal Lavage https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4519412/  3. Spotlight on the Gut Microbiome in Menopause: Current Insights 4. Shingles and Menopause: Is There a Connection? 5. The Impact of Hormonal Replacement Therapy on Herpes Simplex Infection and Gingival Health in Post-Menopausal Women  6. The Menopause Transition, Vaginal Health, and Your Vaginal Microbiome 7. Probiotics in the Prevention and Treatment of Postmenopausal Vaginal Infections: Review Article 8. G. vaginalis increases HSV-2 infection by decreasing vaginal barrier integrity and increasing inflammation in vivo 9. Association between Acquisition of Herpes Simplex Virus Type 2 in Women and Bacterial Vaginosis  10. Recalcitrance of bacterial vaginosis among HSV-2 seropositive women   

Send us Fan MailOn the latest episode of Going Under: Anesthesia Answered, we walk through the reported details around Kyle Busch's surprising death and translate the headlines into a clear medical timeline from sinus symptoms to pneumonia, bacteremia, and sepsis. We also explain why “coughing blood” can be a sign of severe lung injury like ARDS, and what early treatment might have changed. Have a question for Dr. Brian Schmutzler? Submit them to any of the social media pages below or on his website at https://www.drbrianschmutzler.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drbrianschmutzlerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbrianschmutzlerTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drbrianschmutzler?lang=enProvider or Medical Student?? Subscribe to his Patreon Page to get exclusive content and access to Medical Blocks:https://www.patreon.com/user?u=89356957&utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=join_linkThanks to our show sponsor: Butterfly Networkhttps://store.butterflynetwork.com/us/en/?rsCode=BRIAN25Get $750 off the latest iQ3 at ButterflyNetwork.comSupport the show

Drug-resistant infections are a major public health threat around the world. To fight them, scientists are constantly trying to find and develop new antibiotics. Now, researchers say artificial intelligence is helping speed their search. Miles O'Brien reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

In this episode of Resiliency Radio with Dr. Jill, Dr. Jill Carnahan speaks with Dr. Melissa Jones about the growing epidemic of PANS, PANDAS, neuroinflammation, and autoimmune brain disorders in children and adults. Dr. Jones shares how her journey from conventional pediatric neurology into functional medicine transformed the way she approaches complex neuropsychiatric conditions. Together, they explore the root causes behind sudden-onset OCD, anxiety, tics, behavioral changes, and neurological symptoms linked to infections, immune dysfunction, mold toxicity, and gut inflammation. This episode provides hope for families navigating these often misunderstood conditions and offers practical insight into how a root-cause, functional medicine approach can support recovery and healing.

Your fatigue, brain fog, and lingering symptoms after COVID may not be random. The spike protein can keep disrupting your body long after the initial infection clears. Evan H. Hirsch, MD, breaks down 13 distinct mechanisms through which the spike protein continues affecting energy production, immune function, circulation, the gut, and nervous system regulation in people dealing with Long COVID, ME/CFS, and chronic fatigue. This episode also explains why so many people address symptoms one at a time and still plateau, and what the layer underneath the 13 mechanisms actually is. In this episode, you'll learn: Why the spike protein does not always leave when the infection clears How microclots block oxygen delivery even when labs look completely normal The biological explanation for post-exertional malaise and why pushing harder makes it worse Why 57% of Long COVID clients develop exercise-induced dysautonomia How gut disruption and serotonin depletion drive fatigue, brain fog, and mood changes What the Toxic 5 are and why they keep the 13 mechanisms running long after the acute illness is gone Discover your fatigue score and the root causes keeping you stuck: https://myfatiguescore.com Free Fatigue Masterclass: https://fixyourfatigue.com See real results: https://energymdmethod.com/results Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction 01:49 - The 13 Spike Protein Mechanisms Explained 07:52 - Why Treating Symptoms One at a Time Leads to a Plateau 09:34 - The Toxic 5 and the Three-Layer Recovery Model 11:13 - How Heavy Metals and Chemicals Keep the Fire Going 12:01 - Why Mold Is One of the Most Missed Perpetuators 12:28 - Infections, Nervous System Dysfunction, and What the Tests Miss 13:39 - The Bottom Line and What to Do Next 15:52 - Free Masterclass and Next Steps Subscribe to the EnergyMD Podcast for weekly conversations with leading experts on resolving ME/CFS and Long COVID by addressing the real root causes. . For more information about Evan and his program, Click Here.  Prefer to watch on Youtube? Click Here.  Please note that any information in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

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In this episode of New Frontiers in Functional Medicine, Richard Horowitz joins Kara Fitzgerald to explore the connection between persistent infections, inflammation, and chronic disease. The discussion highlights emerging research linking Borrelia burgdorferi (Lyme disease) to amyloid production and Alzheimer's biomarkers, along with the clinical implications of Dr. Horowitz's MSIDS model. Topics include biofilm persistence, co-infections, treatment resistance, and multi-targeted strategies for addressing complex, chronic conditions such as Lyme disease, ME/CFS, fibromyalgia, and long COVID. This episode offers clinicians a more integrated framework for evaluating and managing treatment-resistant patients. Full show notes + references: https://www.drkarafitzgerald.com/fxmed-podcast/ GUEST DETAILS Richard Horowitz is a board-certified internist and founder of the Hudson Valley Healing Arts Center. For more than 40 years, he has treated over 13,000 patients with Lyme disease and complex chronic illness using both conventional and integrative approaches. Dr. Horowitz is the developer of dapsone combination therapy and author of the New York Times bestsellers Why Can't I Get Better? and How Can I Get Better? His newest book, Ending Chronic Illness, explores how his MSIDS model may apply to many chronic diseases beyond Lyme, offering a broader systems-based framework for diagnosis and treatment. https://cangetbetter.com/ THANKS TO OUR DIAMOND SPONSORS Time—Line Nutrition: http://pro.timeline.com/ DUTCH: https://dutchtest.com/for-providers Biotics Research: https://www.bioticsresearch.com/ THANKS TO OUR GOLD SPONSORS Equelle: http://equelle.com Fullscript Journeys: http://www.fullscript.com/journeys-kara CONNECT with DrKF Want more? Join our newsletter here: https://www.drkarafitzgerald.com/newsletter/ Or take our pop quiz and test your BioAge! https://www.drkarafitzgerald.com/bioagequiz YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/hjpc8daz Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkarafitzgerald/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrKaraFitzgerald/ DrKF Clinic: Patient consults with DrKF physicians including Younger You Concierge: https://tinyurl.com/yx4fjhkb Younger You Practitioner Training Program: https://www.drkarafitzgerald.com/trainingyyi/ Younger You book: https://tinyurl.com/mr4d9tym Better Broths and Healing Tonics book: https://tinyurl.com/3644mrfw

Download Welcome to LOTC episode 482. This week the crew is joined by Victoria Chambers to countdown our top 5 horror movies from the year 2004. We hope you will enjoy everyone's list. We want to thank all the callers who called in with their list's as well. This was and is always fun recording these type shows. We want to Thank Victoria for being on the episode this week. We are putting everyone's top 5's below but we hope you will listen as well.TOP 5 LIST'SVICTORIA: 1. PREMONITION2. R-POINT3. INCIDENT AT LOCH NESS4. DEAD & BREAKFAST5. DARK TALES OF JAPANDAVE1. DAWN OF THE DEAD2. SHAUN OF THE DEAD3. THREE... EXTREMES4. CREEP5. INCIDENT AT LOCH NESSBILL1. SAW2. DAWN OF THE DEAD3. SHAUN OF THE DEAD4. INFECTION5. CUBE ZEROPEARL1. SAW2. CREEP3. THREE... EXTREMES / DARK TALES OF JAPAN4. THE EXORCIST THE BEGINNING5. VAN HELSING / PHANTOM OF THE OPERAGREGH1. SHAUN OF THE DEAD2. DAWN OF THE DEAD3. DEAD & BREAKFAST4. THREE... EXTREMES5. SATAN'S LITTLE HELPERLOTC Links :Land Of The Creeps InstagramGregaMortisFacebookTwitterLand Of The Creeps Group PageLand Of The Creeps Fan PageJay Of  The Dead's New Horror Movie PodcastYoutubeInstagramEmailLetterboxdDr. ShockDVD Infatuation TwitterDVD Infatuation WebsiteFacebookHorror Movie PodcastJay Of The Dead's New Horror Movies PodcastYouTube ChannelLetterboxdDVD Infatuation PodcastThe Illustrated Fan PodcastBill Van Veghel LinkFacebookLetterboxdMusic,Movies,Sports & Stuff PodcastFacebook Music Movies Sports & StuffTwisted Temptress LinkLetterboxdLOTC Hotline Number1-804-569-56821-804-569-LOTCLOTC Intro is provided by Andy Ussery, Below are links to his social mediaEmail:FacebookTwitterOutro music provided by Greg Whitaker Below is Greg's Twitter accountTwitterFacebook

Dr. Margarita Fedorova discusses whether a vaccine ingredient is quietly protecting the brain.  Show citation:  Taquet M, Todd JA, Harrison PJ. Lower risk of dementia with AS01-adjuvanted vaccination against shingles and respiratory syncytial virus infections. NPJ Vaccines. 2025;10(1):130. Published 2025 Jun 25. doi:10.1038/s41541-025-01172-3 Show transcript:  Dr. Margarita Fedorova:  Welcome to Neurology Minute. My name is Margarita Fedorova, and I'm a neurology resident at the Cleveland Clinic. Today we're exploring a study that raises a compelling question. Could a vaccine ingredient be quietly protecting the brain? A recent study by Taquet et al., published in npj Vaccines in 2025, investigated whether vaccination with an AS01-adjuvanted vaccine is associated with a lower risk of dementia. You might know it as the immune-boosting ingredient in Shingrix, the shingles vaccine, and Arexvy, the new RSV vaccine. We already know from prior work that the Shingrix vaccine was associated with a reduced risk of dementia, but the question this paper asks is why. Is it because preventing shingles itself protects the brain, or is there something specific about the adjuvant that's doing the work? To answer this, the researchers used a large US electronic health record database comparing over 35,000 people who received the AS01-adjuvanted RSV vaccine, over 100,000 who received the AS01-adjuvanted shingles vaccine and over 78,000 who received both. Each matched against individuals who got the seasonal flu vaccine instead. The findings were interesting. People who received the RSV vaccine had a 29% lower risk of new dementia diagnosis over the following 18 months. Those who received the shingles vaccine had an 18% increase in time without dementia, and those who received both had a 37% increase in dementia-free time. Here's a key insight. Both vaccines target completely different viruses, but both contain the same adjuvant. The fact that a similar protective signal was seen with both suggests the benefit may not be about which virus is prevented, and it may be about the AS01 itself. Why might an adjuvant protect the brain? AS01 contains two active components, monophosphoryl lipid A, known as MPL, and QS21. Together they activate macrophages and dendritic cells, triggering cascade that includes a production of interferon gamma. In animal models, stimulation of a receptor called toll-like receptor 4, which MPL activates, has been shown to reduce Alzheimer's-like pathology. The authors also point out that the protective effect appears within just a few months of vaccination, which is hard to explain purely by prevented infections and may point instead to a direct immunological mechanism. Very important caveat. This is an observational study, not a randomized trial, so we can't prove causation. There was also uncertainty about which brand of RSV vaccines some patients received, which could affect the strength of the AS01-specific conclusion. And with all of the dementia studies, it's unclear whether the vaccines prevent dementia or delay its onset. Though even a delay would be clinically meaningful given how few tools we have. What does this mean for clinical practice? For now, it doesn't change your vaccination recommendations. Both Shingrix and Arexvy already indicated in appropriate patients for the primary purposes, but it adds an intriguing possible benefit when counseling patients who ask about vaccines. And it opens the door to a genuinely exciting question. If AS01 has neuroprotective properties, could it be studied in a therapeutic target in its own right? That's the Neurology Minute for today. Keep exploring and we'll see you next time. If you want to read more, please find the paper by Maxime Taquet, et al., titled Lower Risk of Dementia with AS01-Adjuvanted Vaccination Against Shingles and Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infections, published in npj Vaccines in June 2025. 

What happens when a sharp-eyed cruise ship doctor spots a hantavirus amid a sea of hangovers and flu symptoms? In this high-stakes episode of the Prolonged Field Care Podcast, Dennis sits down with Dr. Ryan Maves — combat-experienced infectious disease expert and military medicine veteran — to break down the shocking recent Andes virus outbreak.Far from the next global pandemic, hantaviruses are a real, rodent-borne threat that has hit soldiers before (Korean War, anyone?) and can strike deployed units in austere environments. Ryan delivers hard-hitting insights on rapid diagnosis, the “off-script” decompensation that screams hantavirus, supportive care when there's no magic antiviral, and — most importantly — prevention strategies that actually work in the field.If you operate in rodent-infested buildings, set up in abandoned structures, or just want to trust your gut when a patient goes south fast, this episode is required listening. Real talk from the A-team who are currently managing these patients stateside.Key TakeawaysClassic presentation: Flu-like prodrome (fever, fatigue, myalgias, GI upset) for a few days followed by sudden shock, respiratory failure, and decompensation.Bedside diagnostic gold: Thrombocytopenia (low platelets) + hemoconcentration (elevated hematocrit) in a previously healthy patient = major red flag.Treatment reality: Purely supportive — fluids, pressors, oxygen, renal support. No silver-bullet antiviral; ribavirin has limited data at best.Prevention beats everything: Humans are dead-end hosts. Avoid aerosolizing rodent urine/feces/droppings (no dry sweeping!). Use bleach, N95 (or equivalent), gloves, and gown.Human-to-human spread: Extremely rare except with Andes virus (this outbreak strain). Still, treat unknowns with respect.Military relevance: Endemic in deployment zones worldwide; occupying previously rat-infested buildings is a classic risk. History tied directly to U.S. troops in Korea.Mindset: When things go “off script,” trust your clinical instincts over machines. The best tool in the field is still an experienced medic's gut.Chapters00:00 – Welcome back to the PFC Podcast00:26 – Introducing Dr. Ryan Maves & the cruise ship outbreak00:55 – Why this isn't the next pandemic… but still matters03:04 – Military relevance: hantaviruses in deployment zones03:51 – How the cruise ship doc nailed the diagnosis05:27 – Clinical syndrome & the “virus-y” prodrome07:04 – Key labs: thrombocytopenia + hemoconcentration explained09:42 – Disease progression and why young healthy people can still crash10:50 – History of hantaviruses (Korean War → Sin Nombre → Andes)12:21 – Who actually dies and why14:50 – Biocontainment units and the military experts on the case17:35 – Treatment in the field: supportive care only19:35 – Shock management: distributive + capillary leak20:55 – Prevention is king: rodent control & PPE tactics24:22 – Human-to-human transmission (Andes virus exception)27:31 – Infection control, differential diagnosis, and real-world precautions30:08 – Final thoughts: clinical acumen, zoonoses, and trusting your instincts32:32 – Closing & where to find more PFC contentGrab your N95 and hit playFor more content, go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.prolongedfieldcare.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Consider supporting us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.lobocoffeeco.com/product-page/prolonged-field-care⁠

Full Show Summary: The Tara Show (Memorial Day — May 25, 2026)Host: Ryan Wrecker (filling in for Tara)Hour 1: War, Peace, and Political HistorySegment 1: Wrecker analyzed the fragile 60-day U.S.–Iran ceasefire framework negotiated over the weekend [2026 Iran war ceasefire]. He contrasted Trump's unpredictable, heavy-handed tactics with the methodical approach a Biden-Harris administration would have taken.Segment 2: The host offered opening Memorial Day salutations before diving into Senator Marco Rubio's staunch defense of the administration's foreign policy, highlighting Rubio's warning to Republicans: "Don't question Trump" on the Iran deal.Segment 3 & 4: Political historian Rich Rubino joined the broadcast to break down the broader political landscape, concluding with a lively debate over the historical trivia of who truly deserves the title of the first American President.Hour 2: Local Chaos, Cultural Shifts, and Consumer ScamsSegment 5: Wrecker pivoted to breaking news, reporting on a chaotic stampede at a major biker event in Horry County and a developing situation involving an active gunman in Washington, D.C.Segment 6: The tone shifted to cultural nostalgia as Wrecker embraced his identity as a "geriatric millennial," reminiscing about the freedom, landlines, and unique social dynamics of growing up in a pre-internet world.Segment 7 & 8: Consumer advocate Kerry Lutz joined the show for a piercing exposé on "America's Great Parking Scam," detailing the predatory tactics, hidden fees, and corporate greed behind modern municipal and private parking systems.Hour 3: Cowboy Logic, Military Reality, and Public HealthSegment 9: Author Patrick Dorinson discussed his book, The Common Sense Cowboy's Guide to Life [Common Sense Cowboys Guide Life], urging Americans to ditch partisan anxiety and value real-world wisdom over institutional degrees.Segment 10: Wrecker reacted to Pete Hegseth's blunt address to military cadets, dissecting his viral warning that their sole purpose is lethal combat leadership, not serving as a testing ground for social experiments.Segment 11 & 12: Infection prevention specialist Rayne Guest, CEO of ArrowClean [ArrowClean], closed the hour by warning listeners about modern germ warfare, shifting sanitation failures, and the rising threat of recent viral outbreaks.Hour 4: The True Meaning of Memorial Day and CompromiseSegment 13: Wrecker delivered a somber monologue re-centering the audience on the true meaning of Memorial Day, honoring Gold Star families and the military members who made the ultimate sacrifice.Segment 14: The broadcast tied the holiday back to current events, examining the "Book of Compromise" required to end conflicts and questioning the fierce pushback Trump is receiving from hard-line Republicans over the Iran deal.Segment 15: Author Aaron Perlut joined the show to discuss his book, The Death of Compromise [Death Compromise Aaron Perlut], detailing how hyper-partisanship has systematically destroyed America's ability to find common ground.Segment 16: The four-hour broadcast concluded on a deeply patriotic note with a full playback of Ray Charles' iconic, soulful rendition of "America the Beautiful" as a final tribute to the nation's fallen heroes.

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A single sauna session raises your body temperature to a fever-like range, which activates your immune system and moves defensive cells into circulation where they can respond faster to infections Your immune system reacts immediately during heat exposure, with key immune cells increasing right after a session and some staying elevated afterward, giving you a short-term advantage against incoming pathogens The benefit comes from reaching a specific internal temperature, not just sitting in a hot room, which is why tracking your body temperature gives you more precise and effective results Regular sauna use trains your immune system to respond more quickly over time, improving your baseline ability to detect and fight infections before they take hold Heat works best when combined with strong foundational habits like proper nutrition and energy production, ensuring your immune system has both the signal and the fuel to respond efficiently

10 million deaths a year.  That is how many people are predicted to die from antibiotic-resistant infections if we do not find new treatments. In today's episode, Professor Martha Clokie and Professor Tim Spector explore the secret gut viruses, known as phages, being studied to fight deadly infection, target cancer cells, and to protect your gut microbiome.  Martha is a world-leading expert on the mysterious phage and, for the last 20 years, has pioneered research to revolutionise the treatment of infections without antibiotics. She explains why antibiotic resistance is a growing global threat, why everyday infections are becoming harder to treat, and how some bacteria are now resistant to every antibiotic available. We explore how the viruses in our gut may help solve this problem, and how scientists may one day use them to deliver highly targeted cancer treatment. By the end of the episode, you'll have some ideas to help support a healthier gut ecosystem and understand how to increase the number of friendly gut viruses that live inside you. The science is still early, but the message is clear: the small choices we make every day are shaping our long-term resilience to disease. If viruses can help protect us from infection rather than cause it, how much of human health are we only just beginning to understand?

Mens Room Question: What infected you?

Mens Room Question: What infected you?

On today's episode, Andy Frisella & DJ discuss Spirit Airlines shutting down and what stranded passengers can do to get home, reports from the World Health Organization on suspected Hantavirus deaths aboard a cruise ship, and a high school student going viral after exposing classmates struggling with basic reading skills.