Best Limiting Screentime Podcasts (2025)

En el nuevo episodio de hoy, es una traducción al español de un episodio original sobre el virus VRS, escrito y grabado por los Doctores Hare, Jeffers, y Samuel. Hoy, escucharán a la Doctora Abigail Kerschner y la Doctora Ginny Lee Olivier sobre varios temas que ustedes, como padres, pueden estar preguntándose. Este mes, comenzaremos con el tema pr…

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Raising Digital Natives - Tech Safety in the Home 13:05

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2M ago13:05

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This is my segment from a forum I participated in on Technology Safety in the Home for parents. Get my slide deck: https://dadliest.com/l/raising-digital-natives-talk/By Jerad Hill

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When Should Kids Start Using Social Media? | What Parents Need to Know 17:47

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When is the right age for a child to join social media? In this video, I share insights from a parenting and tech perspective—what to consider before letting your child create an account, risks to watch for, and how to set healthy boundaries from the start. Let's help our kids use tech wisely and safely! 👉 Subscribe for more tech and parenting disc…

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Episode 166: Sun protection, Eczema, and Limiting Screentime 14:10

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Today, Drs. Oduro and Wesner are here to talk about sun protection, eczema, and limiting screentime! Topic Times: 1:53- Sun Protection 4:02- Ezcema 9:56- Parenting Tip 13:00- Trivia 13:15- Conclusion

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Welcome to The Dadliest Podcast 11:28

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In this first episode of The Dadliest Podcast, I share my vision as a father of four navigating parenting in a tech-driven world. We'll explore the real, meaningful conversations I want to have with other parents—about technology, digital safety, mental health, and raising resilient, tech-wise kids. Let's start this journey together.…

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Episode 165: Tuberculosis Outbreak, Children Sleep Habits, and Snoring or Obstructive Sleep Apnea 19:30

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Today, Drs. Alexis Lugo and Lauren Beckmeyer discuss Tuberculosis Outbreak in Kansas City, more on Sleep Habits in Children, and Snoring or Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Time Stamps: 2:07 - Health News Segment 4:30 - Healthy Sleep Habits 10:54 - Parenting Tip 13:05 - Obstrustive Sleep Apnea 17:44 - Trivia…

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Episode 164: Childhood Obesity, Bedwetting, and Urinary Tract Infections 24:41

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In this week's new episode Drs. Amoako-Teming, Orr, Powers, and Yagodinski discuss childhood obesity, bedwetting, and urinary tract infections. And, as always, a fun and interesting trivia piece. The parenting tip this month is on how to approach potty training with your child. Time Stamps: Childhood Obesity: 2:12 Bedwetting: 5:39 Potty Training: 1…

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Episodio 163: Tratamiento de Infecciones Gastrointestinales, Estreñimiento, Comer Frutas y Verduras, y Aprender a ir al Baño 16:44

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En el nuevo episodio de hoy, las doctoras Lexi Howell y Emily Hentz hablan sobre cómo se tratan los virus estomacales y el estreñimiento en casa. Por último, el segmento de consejos para padres. Este mes el consejo es cómo lograr que los niños coman frutas y verduras. Tema Tiempos: Como Tratar los Virus Estomacales: 1:50 Estreñimiento: 4:46 Aprende…

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Episode 162: Electric scooters, Exercise and Physical Activity, Vaping, and Lighthouse Parenting 19:56

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For our episode this month, Drs. Grigorian, Hall, and Lane discuss electric scooters, exercise and physical activity, vaping, and lighthouse parenting. Time Stamps Electric Scooters: 2:02 Exercise: 5:35 Lighthouse Parenting: 10:30 Vaping: 12:45 Trivia: 17:22 Conclusion: 18:46

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Episode 161: Teenage Sleep Deprivation, Science of Sleep, Screen time and Sleep, and Substance's Effect on Sleep 18:12

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In this week's episode, Dr. Sims, Dr. Webb, and Dr. Wendel will discuss sleep deprivation in teenagers, the science of sleep, screen time and sleeping, how substances affect sleep, and a parenting tip on promoting high quality sleep in children. Time Stamps Health News/Sleep Deprivation: 2:06 Science of Sleep: 2:55 Parenting Tip: 7:01 Screen Time o…

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Episode 160: Measles, Button Batteries, Healthy Eating Habits, and Halloween Safety Tips 16:40

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In this week's episode, Dr. Heyrman and Dr. Arnold will discuss measles, the dangers of button batteries, parenting tips on encouraging healthy eating habits, and safety tips for the Halloween holiday. Time Stamps: Health News/ Measles: 1:54 Dangers of Button Batteries: 3:41 Healthy Eating Habits: 7:46 Halloween Safety Tips: 9:08 Trivia: 14:13 This…

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Episode 159: Scurvy, Boating Safety, Video Games, and Water Survival Skills 15:54

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In this week's episode Drs Bhatti, Boustany, and Michaud discuss scurvy, boating safety, video games, and essential water survival skills for kids! Time Stamps Health News - 2:11 Boating Safety - 4:08 Video Games - 7:37 Water Survival Skills - 13:22 Trivia - 13:45

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Episode 158: Lyme Disease, Summer Safety, Sleep Hygiene, and Fall and Winter Safety Tips 38:26

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In today's episode, Drs Morton and Dodson discuss lyme disease, summer tips including bug, lawn mower, and pool safety, sleep hygiene, and fall and winter advice regarding sports injury prevention and safety, fire safety, and seasonal affective disorder. Time Stamps: Health News - 2:05 Summer Safety - 5:48 Parenting Tip - 19:27 Fall and Winter Safe…

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Episode 157: Measles, Ear Infections, and Tips for Vaccine Care 16:26

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On today's episode Drs Hicks, Weaver, and Harris discuss measles, ear infections, how to prepare and keep kids comfortable during vaccinations, and vaccine care. Time Stamps: Health News - 1:38 Ear Infections - 3:48 Parenting Tips - 8:21 Vaccine Care - 9:34 Trivia - 14:23

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Episode 156: Heat Stroke and Helmet Safety 11:01

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In today’s episode Dr. Parod discusses heat stroke and helmet safety. Time Stamps Heat Stroke- 2:13 Helmet Safety - 4:29 Trivia - 9:48

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Episode 155 : RSV Vaccination, Eye Swelling, Healthy Eating Behaviors, and Intoeing 17:19

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In today's episode Drs. Thielen and Thalner discuss RSV vaccination news, eye swelling, healthy eating behaviors and intoeing. Time Stamps RSV Vaccination - 2:03 Eye Swelling - 3:54 Healthy Eating Behaviors - 9:05 Intoeing - 11:06 Trivia - 14:55

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Episodio 154: Bullying , Salud Mental en Adolescentes, Eclipse Solar 8:13

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En el episodio de hoy la Dr. Reyes habla sobre el bullying, salud mental en adolescentes y consejos sobre el eclipse solar. Bullying- 2:17 Salud Mental en Adolescentes - 4:12 Eclipse Solar - 6:33

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Episode 153: Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Heart Defects, Promoting Heart Healthy Habits, and Heart Complications in Children 23:22

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In today's episode Drs Boes and Jones discuss fetal alcohol syndrome, heart defects in children, how parents can promote heart healthy habits, and heart complications among youth. Time Stamps: Heath News - 2:01 Heart Defects - 3:57 Parenting Tip - 9:26 Heart Complications - 11:00 Trivia - 19:53

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Screens: Should parents worry about kids screentime? 19:37

1+ y ago19:37

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Excessive screen time is parents’ number one child health concern. But should they be so concerned? Let’s check the research. In this episode, Cosmos journalist Jacinta Bowler exceeds the screentime guidelines to chat with experts Anthea Rhodes, Taren Sanders and Luci Pangrazio to find out whether watching too many episodes of Bluey poses any real …

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Screens: Is social media bad for mental health? 16:40

1+ y ago16:40

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From girl dinner to fitspiration, there’s no escaping social media – its memes and hashtags - for today’s teens and young people. In this episode, Cosmos journalist Jacinta Bowler does some mindless scrolling. They also DM experts Associate Professor Ivanka Pritchard, Dr Danielle Einstein, Associate Professor Gemma Sharp, and Nicola Palfrey uncover…

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Screens: Is the rise of streaming platforms making us watch more? 22:31

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Streaming has changed everything in television and movies, offering us more choice than ever before, even more than titles available at the local video store. In this episode, Cosmos journalist Jacinta Bowler tracks down one of the last video rentals in the country, and then fast forwards to experts Professor Amanda Lotz and Associate Professor Ram…

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Episode 152: Ear AI Technology, Ear Infections, and Acquired Hearing Loss 22:53

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In today’s episode Drs. Drs. Russ, Burns-Orrego, Deal, and Curran discuss new AI in detecting ear infections, ear infections, and acquired hearing loss. Time Stamps Healthnews - 2:08 Ear Infections - 3:24 Parenting Tip about teething- 11:46 Acquired Hearing Loss - 13:06 Trivia - 17:57 Link to Riley Safety Store mentioned in Parenting Tip-…

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Screens: Does playing video games lead to violence? 20:43

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Why is it that so many video games have violent content. And what is it about violent video games that makes them so popular? In this episode, Cosmos journalist Jacinta Bowler levels up by speaking with experts Associate Professor Michael Kasumovic, Associate Professor Jim Sauer and Dr Aaron Drummond to defeat the age-old question – does virtual vi…

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Vices: Is there a safe limit of alcohol you can drink? 16:53

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For a lot of people, alcohol is associated with partying, celebrating and an all-round good time. But does this social lubricant have its downsides? Is there any truth to the idea that a little bit of alcohol is actually good for you? Or is there no safe limit at all? In this episode, Cosmos journalist Petra Stock pops open the bottle to take a swi…

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Episode 151: RSV Bronchiolitis, RSV Vaccination, and Cold Weather Safety 12:59

1+ y ago12:59

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In today's episode Drs Hare, Jeffers, and Samuel discuss RSV bronchiolitis, the new RSV vaccination, and cold weather safety for kids! Time Stamps: RSV Bronchiolitis - 1:38 Health News - 7:00 Parenting Tips for Cold Weather - 8:34 Trivia - 11:00

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Vices: Should you avoid sugar? 18:13

1+ y ago18:13

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Many of us love the sweet pleasure that comes with sugar. It brings joy to our taste buds in desserts, soft drinks and fruits. But could sugary goodness be doing harm to our bodies? In this episode, Cosmos journalist Petra Stock gets her bake on to investigate the science of sugar. Joined by Dr Felippe Oliveira, Dr Alexandra Jones and Dr Alan Barcl…

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Episode 150: Infant Spit-Ups, Constipation, and Intuitive Eating 20:35

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In today’s episode Drs. Brewer, Canella, and Fleck will discuss infant spit-ups, constipation, and intuitive eating. Time Stamps Health News - 2:00 Infant Spit-ups - 5:30 Constipation - 9:40 Intuitive Eating - 14:05 Trivia - 18:35

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Vices: Is vaping better for you than cigarettes? 14:38

1+ y ago14:38

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We all know that cigarettes are bad for our health. But now they’re old news - it’s flavoured puffs of white smoke that are on our minds instead. In this episode, Cosmos journalist Petra Stock puts her investigation hat on to find out what the science is on vaping. Joined by Professor Simon Chapman and Professor Matthew Peters, they cough their way…

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Episode 149: Nueva ley de Indiana sobre pruebas de intoxicación por plomo, Detección en recién nacidos, y Cómo asegurarse de que los registros médicos de su hijo viajen con usted. 19:48

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En el episodio de hoy, los Doctores Garrett y Ramchandani analizan la Nueva Ley de Indiana sobre pruebas de intoxicación por plomo, Detección de recién nacidos, y Cómo asegurarse de que los registros médicos de su hijo viajen o se muevan con usted. Marcas De Tiempo Noticias de Salud - 2:58 Nueva Ley De Indiana - 5:10 Consejo para padres - 9:52 Dete…

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Vices: Is coffee good or bad for you? 15:04

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There’s not many of us who don’t wake up to a coffee or tea in the morning. But is this little ritual a good or bad thing for our collective health? In this episode, Cosmos journalist Petra Stock stocks up on caffeine to find out. Joined by Dr Crystal Yates and Kitty Pham, as well as the fantastic baristas at Heartattack and Vine in Melbourne, they…

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Episode 148: New RSV Vaccine, Childhood Obesity as a Chronic Illness, Dealing with Fevers, and Social Media 24:02

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In today's episode Drs. Cocuzzo and Anokwte discuss the new RSV vaccine, childhood obesity as a chronic illness, how to deal with fevers, and social media usage among adolescence. Time Stamps: Health News - 1:48 Childhood Obesity - 4:23 Parenting Tip - 11:45 Social Media - 16:04 Trivia - 22:13

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BONUS EPISODE: An interview with Professor Jim McLennan 36:25

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While the Cosmos office takes a short summer break, we’ve got some bonus summer listening for you. This episode is the full interview Imma Perfetto did with Professor Jim McLennan, an adjunct at La Trobe University. A former psychologist, Jim has been involved in bushfire safety for decades. He researched community perceptions of risk following the…

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Episode 147: New RSV vaccination, Childhood Vaccines, and HPV Vaccine 19:39

1+ y ago19:39

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In today's episode Drs. Adams, Mattingly, VandenBrink, and Tzeng discuss new RSV vaccination, childhood vaccines, and HPV vaccines. Time Stamps: New RSV Vaccine - 2:02 Childhood Vaccines - 4:47 Parenting Tip About Tylenol and Ibuprofen- 10:13 HPV Vaccine - 13:03 Trivia - 17:47

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Bushfires: Has Australia always had fires this bad? 19:35

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Fire is a part of our history, and it will be a part of our future no matter how much more carbon gets into the atmosphere. But have we always had bushfires as bad as we’re seeing now? Are the fires truly unprecedented? And are they going to get worse? In this episode, Cosmos journalist Imma Perfetto talks to Dr Steve Sutton and Dr Pep Canadell abo…

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Bushfires: Who causes bushfires? 17:08

1+ y ago17:08

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Arson. Destructive and highly dangerous, there are very few crimes that make people angrier in a bushfire season. But how many bushfires are really started by arsonists? And does the presence of an arsonist negate the effect of climate change? What are arsonists really like? In this episode, Cosmos journalist Imma Perfetto talks to Dr Paul Read and…

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Episode 146: Treating GI Bugs, Constipation, Eating Fruits and Vegetables, and Toilet Training 19:24

1+ y ago19:24

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In today's episode Drs Farraj, Shields, Goldsmith, and Blake discuss treating GI bugs, constipation, eating fruits and vegetables, and toilet training. Time Stamps: Health News - 2:03 Constipation - 4:51 Parenting Tip - 10:30 Toilet Training - 12:57

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Bushfires: Can I fire-proof my home? 17:27

1+ y ago17:27

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Is it possible to completely fire-proof a house? Cosmos journalist Imma Perfetto chats to Tonia Welsh and Will Norman, who lost their home in the Black Summer and have rebuilt with fire in mind. Can everyone do what they did? Imma is joined by Dr Kate Nguyen, Professor Jim McLennan and Mark Leplastrier, to learn how fire-proof our homes can really …

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Episode 145: Vaccine Confidence Project, Diseases Vaccines Prevent, FAQ About Vaccines 16:24

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In today's episode Drs. Purk, Garrettson, Matney, Ham discuss Vaccine Confidence Project, Diseases Vaccines Prevent, FAQ About Vaccines. Time Stamps: Health News - 2:03 Diseases Vaccines Prevent - 3:55 FAQ About Vaccines - 8:35 Parenting Tip - 14:11 Trivia - 15:07

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Bushfires: Do I really have to leave when the rating is catastrophic? 18:26

1+ y ago18:26

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Stay or go – what’s your plan on a catastrophic fire day? And where does that ‘catastrophic’ rating come from, anyway? Could you stay and defend? Cosmos journalist Imma Perfetto is diving into the science on fire danger ratings, and figuring out if she could ever stay to defend a place – or evacuate early. She’s joined by Professor Jim McLennan, An…

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Episode 144: Air Quality, Seizures, Chores, and Water Safety 24:06

1+ y ago24:06

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In today's episode Dr. Patton, Kumar, and Ogunbekun discuss air quality, seizures, chores, and water safety. Time Stamps Air Quality - 2:20 Seizures - 5:17 Chores - 11:15 Water Safety - 12:33 Trivia - 21:30

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Bushfires: Do hazard reduction burns work? 16:30

1+ y ago16:30

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Every bad bushfire year, the call goes out for more, more, more hazard reduction burns. So do they actually help reduce fire risk? Are there other measures we could be using to prevent bushfires? And how long has the Australian landscape had fire in it? In this episode, Cosmos journalist Imma Perfetto ventures out to a patch of smouldering bush to …

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Weight: Is Ozempic the easy way out? 21:39

1+ y ago21:39

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Ozempic is the diabetes drug that is seemingly everywhere. But what’s the science behind this ‘game changing’ weight loss drug? Why is there a shortage? And for those that take it, is it actually the easy way out? In this episode, Cosmos journalist Matthew Ward Agius talks to Professor Amanda Salis, Associate Professor Priya Sumithran and the TGA’s…

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Episode 143: Special Episode All About Teeth 9:35

1+ y ago9:35

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In this episode, Dr. Thygesen discusses all things teeth! Questions regarding the importance of teeth, disorders that put kids at risk for dental problems, if kids can have too many teeth, and more will be answered! Time Stamps Question 1: Why Are Teeth Important? 1:20 Question 2: When is it Too Early For Teeth? 2:30 Question 3: Can Kids Have Too M…

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Weight: Do diets actually work? 18:30

1+ y ago18:30

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Over half of us are trying to lose weight, and often we’re told that diets are the way to do it. But is there any science behind cutting out food groups, or spending hours on a treadmill to try and outrun a can of coke? In this episode, Cosmos journalist Matthew Ward Agius lets loose on his love of donuts. Joined by Dr Evangeline Mantzioris and Dr …

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Episode 142: Indiana House Bill 1313 Lead Screening, Newborn Screening, and Lead Screening 12:23

1+ y ago12:23

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In today's episode, Drs. Goble and Saint discuss the Indiana House Bill 1313, Newborn Screening and Lead Screening. Time Stamp Indiana House Bill 1313 - 2:05 Newborn Screening - 3:23 Parenting Tip on Newborn Screening - 6:21 Lead Screening - 6:53 Trivia - 10:48 Conclusion - 11:31

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Weight: Can fitness trackers really measure calories burned? 17:10

1+ y ago17:10

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Cosmos journalist Matthew Ward Agius loves his new fitness tracker. But is it making him healthier? Will he stick with it? And how do fitness trackers know so much data about you? In this episode, Matthew is joined by Dr Ty Ferguson and Professor Deborah Lupton, to investigate fitness trackers, and find out the truth behind the technology. This epi…

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Episode 141: Pink Eye, Infant Reflex, Water Safety, and Sun Protection 20:01

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In today's episode Doctors Eckrote and Brinkworth discuss pink eye, infant reflex, water safety, and sun protection. Time Stamps Pink Eye - 1:36 Infant Reflex - 3:29 Parenting Tip - 10:28 Sun Protection - 11:44 Medical Trivia - 18:25

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Weight: Should you care about your BMI? 16:46

1+ y ago16:46

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As a society, we’re obsessed with weight. One way to measure it - the BMI - has been a mainstay of our society for decades. But is it the best way to understand our collective health? In this episode, Cosmos journalist Matthew Ward Agius straps on his bike helmet to find out. Joined by Dr Evangeline Mantzioris and Dr Emma Beckett, they unpack our p…

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Episode 140: Pink Eye, Eczema, Diaper Rash, and Allergies and Spring Time Activities. 15:34

1+ y ago15:34

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In today's episode, Drs. Manglicmot & Lorince discuss Pink Eye, Eczema, Diaper Rash, and Allergies and Spring Time Activities. Time Stamps Health News : Pink Eye - 2:05 Eczema - 3:38 Allergies and Spring Time Activities - 8:36 Diaper Rash - 12:56 Trivia - 14:27 Conclusion - 14:41