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Exploring Health from the Center for the Study of Human Health at Emory University brings world-renowned scholars, scientists, and journalists together with student leaders to redefine the construct of health and well-being.

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Dr. Ira Bedzow: Life on Purpose

In this podcast, Dr. Ira Bedzow, Executive Director of the Emory Purpose Project, provides an inspiring, holistic, and challenging take on how to bring the power of purpose into our lives and educational systems.

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Weekly Health Digest: Lead in Diets, Ozempic and Parkinson’s, and Towns’ Nuclear Aftermath

New from the @EmoryCSHH News Team: An investigation reveals alarming levels of lead in American food, communities affected by the U.S. nuclear program seek legislative support for health issues, and a relative of Ozempic shows promise in slowing Parkinson’s Disease.

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HealthierU | DIY Psychiatry

Have you ever struggled with your mental health and sought answers for your problems on the internet or social media? If so, this episode is for you, as host Lauryn Palacio dives into the complex practice of self-diagnosis in psychiatry.

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Weekly Health Digest: Rising Alcohol Consumption and the Ethics of Extending Cancer Chemotherapy

New from the @EmoryCSHH News Team: Explore the rising trend of alcohol-related deaths among older Americans and dive into the ethical challenges oncologists face when deciding on 'one more round' of chemotherapy for terminal cancer patients.

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HealthierU | How Does Air Pollution Affect Our Health?

In this episode of HealthierU, Bobby Mosely Jr. tries to answer the question: how does air pollution affect our health?

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Health Beyond the Blog: “Sick Around the World”

News Team member Andrew Feld recommends "Sick Around the World," a 16-year-old documentary (now used as a teaching tool) that compares healthcare in the US to systems in other major economies that have better health outcomes yet lower costs.

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Defining Sex and Gender

March 26, 2024
Katie Stachowicz
News, Opinion, Read

In an opinion piece, News Team member Katie Stachowicz argues that rigid definitions of sex and gender don't represent the nuances revealed by new science.

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Weekly Health Digest: Kate Middleton’s Cancer, Measles Outbreak, and Women’s Health Research

New from the @EmoryCSHH News Team: Kate Middleton's cancer diagnosis signals a global health concern, measles outbreaks prompt vaccination calls, and Biden's executive order advances women's health research.

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HealthierU | Is Sugar Really So Bad?

When host Kayla Barry was diagnosed with PCOS in high school, she had to give up her beloved Swedish Fish. In this episode, Kayla explores the multifaceted world of sugar, from how it functions in the body to its place in history, with help of registered dietitians and academics.

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Health Beyond the Blog: The Sea Moss Girlies Podcast

Julia Roth recommends tuning into the Sea Moss Girlies podcast episode "How to Live A Long, Healthy Life" for an enlightening discussion on how lifestyle choices, beyond genetics, play a crucial role in extending one's lifespan, featuring insights on alternative health biomarkers and the significance of childhood development in determining health outcomes.

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