Podcast Episodes

Racial inequity in our medical devices

For 50 years we've known pulse oximeters are less accurate on darker skin, and it could lead to misdiagnoses. 

Also, allergen starter packs are being …

4 months, 3 weeks ago

Challenging weight bias in the doctor’s office

It's a tricky conversation to navigate, so researchers have tried to find out the best way to bring up weight in the doctor's office while dodging bi…

4 months, 3 weeks ago

Does human genome editing cross a line?

Gene editing holds huge promise to cure disease and alleviate human suffering, but there are many ethical considerations when it comes to changing ou…

5 months ago

Low FODMAP diet for chronic endometriosis pain

Endometriosis is a complex condition, and the pain associated with it can persist despite medications and surgery. New guidelines have suggested life…

5 months, 1 week ago

Daylight saving: Can changing clocks harm your health?

Daylight saving time kicks in this weekend for New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, Tasmania and the Australian Capital Territory.

Time shifts …

5 months, 2 weeks ago

Why does Trump think paracetamol causes autism?

US President Donald Trump has told women they shouldn't take paracetamol (also known as Tylenol or acetaminophen) during pregnancy because it has bee…

5 months, 3 weeks ago

Trump links paracetamol with autism. What’s the evidence?

Trump has suggested there's a link between pregnant women taking paracetamol and autism in children. 

In a press conference Trump said pregnant women …

5 months, 3 weeks ago

Time to ditch the blue puffer for asthma

A major change has been made to Australia's asthma guidelines, but how long will it take everyone to catch on?

Also, we know daily aspirin for the pri…

6 months ago

Do you take health advice from influencers?

The way we get information has changed, and when it comes to health and wellness more and more people are turning to social media. 

There are pros and…

6 months, 1 week ago

Mapping the brain using the placebo effect

Researchers have tricked participants with placebo pain relief in an effort to map the brainstem. 

Also, how immunotherapy might be used to treat ment…

6 months, 2 weeks ago