Pollution, Pregnancy, and Paediatrics: How Toxins Harm Health
EMJ Podcast: Insights For Healthcare Professionals
Release Date: 10/30/2025
Global Perspectives on Cystic Fibrosis: Evolution of Cystic Fibrosis Care in the USA
EMJ Podcast: Insights For Healthcare Professionals
How did the USA build one of the world’s most comprehensive cystic fibrosis care systems? In Part 1 of our deep dive, Peter Mogayzel explores the development of national cystic fibrosis centres, the impact of newborn screening, and how a strong foundation in care standards transformed outcomes across generations. Timestamps: Introduction 01:38 – Care models 02:40 – Early screening 04:20 – CF Foundation 05:33 – What’s changed?
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Quickfire: Global Perspectives on Cystic Fibrosis: Building Models of Care and Driving Innovation
EMJ Podcast: Insights For Healthcare Professionals
In this quickfire introduction, Peter J. Mogayzel answers fast questions about the evolution of cystic fibrosis care in the USA, from early screening and survival milestones to innovation, policy, and equitable access. A perfect primer on where cystic fibrosis care stands today.
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Why the Cough Won’t Stop: Neuronal Hypersensitivity in Refractory Chronic Cough
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In the second episode of this three-part series, we delve into the science behind Refractory Chronic Cough (RCC), focusing on the role of neuronal hypersensitivity and how the cough reflex becomes dysregulated.1 Join leading experts as they explain the neurobiology of RCC, discuss the latest research, and share practical insights for identifying RCC in clinical practice.
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Deep Dive 3/3: The Rise of Bio-gravitational Medicine
EMJ Podcast: Insights For Healthcare Professionals
Could 'gravity prescriptions' become a new form of therapy? Spiegel explores the concept of bio-gravitational medicine, from flotation tanks to National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)-developed rehabilitation technology, and how virtual reality may help patients simulate weightlessness. He also predicts what the next decade of gravity research will bring.Timestamps:01:20 – Bio-gravitational medicine explained04:15 – Gravi-type09:08 – Anti gravity devices11:09 – Virtual reality
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Deep Dive 2/3: Gravity and the Gut Microbiome
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How does gravity shape our internal ecosystems? Spiegel explains the emerging science linking the microbiome, serotonin, and balance. He discusses how microgravity alters gut health in astronauts and why posture could affect digestion and mood on Earth.Timestamps:00:59 – Microbiome and balance03:36 – Microgravity gut effects06:25 – Serotonin and gravity link09:10 – Tools for studying gut-gravity
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Deep Dive 1/3: Understanding Gravity Intolerance
EMJ Podcast: Insights For Healthcare Professionals
In this first deep dive, Spiegel unpacks his bold hypothesis: that irritable bowel syndrome and similar disorders could stem from gravity intolerance. He discusses his self-experiment simulating stronger gravity, the role of core strength in symptom relief, and how altitude affects gastrointestinal conditions. Timestamps:01:04 – What is gravity intolerance? 02:55 – Gravity and chronic conditions 06:18 – Gravity and irritable bowel syndrome 09:29 – Self experiment 12:37 – Gravity’s effect on pregnancy 16:43 – How should patients and clinicians think about gravity?
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Quickfire: How Does Gravity Harm Health?
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Brennan Spiegel answers rapid-fire questions about the effects of gravity on the human body and mind. From fatigue to irritable bowel syndrome to mental health, learn why gravity might be one of medicine’s most overlooked forces, and how virtual reality is helping researchers study its effects.
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The Next Era of Diagnosis: From Leadership to Legacy
EMJ Podcast: Insights For Healthcare Professionals
In this final episode, Ghatak and Olivo reflect on leadership, mentorship, and the legacy of innovation in diagnostics. Discover what drives them to keep pushing the boundaries of healthcare technology. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 00:45 - Good leadership 05:04 - Advice for young professionals 07:34 - Diagnostic gaps 09:34 - Maintaining motivation 10:33 - ImmunoProfile legacy
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The Next Era of Diagnosis: Real-World Applications
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From lab to clinic, how do diagnostic breakthroughs make a real-world impact? Ghatak and Olivo explore bridging the gap between development and implementation, managing risk, and balancing innovation with ethics in patient care. Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction 00:43 – Implementation challenges 02:40 – Strategic risk 03:46 – Trial and error 06:21 – Ethical dilemmas 09:46 – Lessons learned 11:00 – Successful innovation 13:12 – ‘Good’ diagnostics
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Onc Now: Episode 28: Challenges and Hope in Kidney Cancer Research
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In this episode, Jonathan Sackier speaks with Brian Rini, Chief of Clinical Trials at Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center, Nashville, Tennessee, USA, and an internationally known leader in genitourinary oncology. The discussion explores the evolution of kidney cancer treatment, highlighting breakthroughs in immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and precision oncology. Rini shares insights from landmark clinical trials, his passion for translational research, and the challenges of broadening trial access. He also reflects on the future of the field, including the role of artificial intelligence,...
info_outlineTracey Woodruff breaks down how pollutants, from pesticides to plastics, affect pregnancy and early development. She discusses evolving research on replacement chemicals, the biological mechanisms behind toxic exposure, and the latest findings that alarm (and motivate) scientists today.