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Why do ER visits take so long? Behind-the-scenes explanations of healthcare- helping people understand what really happens in hospitals, emergency departments, and the medical system in clear plain language.From the creator of PlainSpeak Health, your secure portal to…
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S2 E7 Too Many Medications? When The Treatment Becomes The Problem (opens the original)
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Every medication may have been prescribed for a good reason—but is every one still helping? In this episode, Arn Facklam explains how multiple medications can contribute to dizziness, falls, confusion, bleeding, kidney problems, and avoidable hospitalizations. Learn what deprescribing means and why medication side effects are sometimes mistaken for new illnesses. You’ll also hear five important questions to ask during your next medication review.
S2 E6 -Kratom: Natural Doesn't Mean Harmless (opens the original)
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Kratom is often marketed as a natural herbal product, but “natural” does not automatically mean safe. In this episode, we explain what kratom is, why people use it, and how it can affect the brain and body. We explore the risks of dependence, withdrawal, side effects, drug interactions, and potentially serious complications. Most importantly, we separate the marketing claims from what people need to know to make informed decisions about kratom.
BEYOND THE STETHOSCOPE -S2 E5 -SUPER BUGS : WHEN ANTIBIOTICS STOP WORKING (AND WHY) (opens the original)
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Superbugs are bacteria that have learned how to survive the antibiotics we rely on to treat infections—and they’re becoming a growing concern in healthcare. In this episode of Beyond the Stethoscope , we break down what makes a “superbug” super, how antibiotic resistance develops, and why it matters to all of us. We’ll also look at what each of us can do to help protect ourselves and slow the spread of antibiotic resistance. This isn’t about being afraid of antibiotics—it’s about understanding h
S2 E5 -Mumps: More Than Swollen Cheeks (opens the original)
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This is Part 2 of a three-part Beyond the Stethoscope miniseries on Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR). In this episode, we take a closer look at mumps—what causes it, how it spreads, the symptoms to watch for, and why complications can sometimes be more serious than many people realize. We’ll also discuss how mumps is diagnosed, what treatment looks like, and the role of the MMR vaccine in prevention. Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, healthcare professional, or simply trying to make sense of
S2 E4 Measles: What You Need To Know About Measles (opens the original)
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Measles is back in the headlines, leaving many people wondering how concerned they should be. In this first episode of our three-part vaccine-preventable disease series, we explain what measles is, how it spreads, why it can be far more serious than “just a childhood rash,” and what you should do if you think you’ve been exposed. We also briefly discuss German measles (rubella) and clear up the common confusion between these two very different diseases. Join us next as we continue the series wit
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