Best Mask Guidelines Podcasts (2025)

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Unpacking CDC Guidelines on Masks, Vehicle Ventilation and Post-Exposure Protocols 30:09

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Infection control consultant Katherine West breaks down the critical distinctions between infection prevention practices in EMS settings versus medical facilities. She clarifies how EMS-specific CDC guidelines account for unique factors like ambulance ventilation systems, the rear exhaust fan and closed suction systems that impact airborne and drop…

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Medical AI: Benefits of new technology and use case examples of AI in health care 14:22

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Can AI diagnose medical problems? How does AI help doctors? Can AI be used in medical diagnostics? How is AI impacting the practice of medicine? Our guest is Jason Wiesner, MD, chair of the imaging service line at Sutter Health. American Medical Association CXO Todd Unger hosts.🎥 Watch #AMAUpdate for healthcare news for physicians, residents and me…

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How medicine and the American Medical Association have changed with James Madara, MD 14:02

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What's being CEO of the American Medical Association like? What are doctor CEOs doing? How has medicine and the American Medical Association changed? After leading the AMA for 14 years, CEO and Executive Vice President James L. Madara, MD, steps down at the end of this month. In this episode, Dr. Madara reflects on his time at the AMA, shares his p…

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AMA Foundation Excellence in LGBTQ Health Award and the need for LGBTQ health education 10:35

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How can LGBTQ health outcomes improve? Why is LGBTQ health care important? What is inclusive LGBTQ patient care? Why is LGBTQ education important? Discussing how to provide culturally competent care to LGBTQ patients with recent AMA Foundation Excellence in LGBTQ Health Award Winner Alex Keuroghlian, MD, MPH, chief of MaineHealth Behavioral Health …

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How Sensory Modulation Therapy is Transforming Mental Health Support for First Responders 21:31

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JEMS Managing Editor Jeff Frankel sits down with occupational therapist Bonnie Ekman and paramedic leader Alanna Badgley to explore sensory modulation therapy as a breakthrough tool for first responders’ mental health. Bonnie explains how engaging all eight senses helps regulate the nervous system, moving beyond traditional talk therapy when first …

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New HIV drug, heat wave, listeria, treating phone addiction and side effects from using social media 10:06

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Why is it so hot? What's the best sunscreen? Can you get addicted to your phone? What is the latest breakthrough in HIV drugs? Was there a food recall? Covering the latest news in HIV treatment, a listeria outbreak, staying safe during the summer heatwave, and social media and adolescent phone addiction with AMA's Vice President of Science, Medicin…

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Unmasking the Mental Health Crisis Among First Responders 20:29

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JEMS Managing Editor Jeff Frankel hosts a deep dive into the mental health challenges facing first responders. Featuring Dr. Robin Jacobowitz, interim director at SUNY New Paltz’s Institute for Disaster Mental Health, and paramedic and union leader Alanna Badgley, the discussion centers around a groundbreaking 2024 New York State Mental Health Need…

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Expanding home health care services and the benefits of home health 12:30

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What are the benefits of home health care? What is the demand for home health? What does home health care include? What are the top issues confronting hospitals? Our guest is Isaac J. Myers II, MD, the chief health integration officer of Baptist Health and the president of the Baptist Health Medical Group. American Medical Association CXO Todd Unge…

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Just Breathe 5:00

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The other day I was working an arrest and I watched the provider preparing to intubate take a big deep breath and hold it while they used their fingers to scissor open the patient’s lips and then introduce the blade into the mouth. They had not elevated the head to optimize the airway angles and ease the need for vallecula displacement. They just w…

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Summer COVID strain 2025, measles news, new RSV vaccine for infants and treatment for gonorrhea 10:29

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How long does COVID last? What's the new COVID study? Is there a new COVID variant? What states have measles? Is there a new RSV vaccine? AMA's Vice President of Science, Medicine and Public Health, Andrea Garcia, JD, MPH, covers measles outbreaks, new COVID-19 research studies, the latest FDA approved vaccine for RSV, plus how to treat gonorrhea w…

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Got PEEP? 6:54

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Before you start listening this article, I want you to sit back, relax, and take a deep breath. How refreshing was that? That was a nice 21.3% (ish) atmospheric oxygen breath that your body just enjoyed. Please keep that thought in the back of your mind for a minute. We will revisit that. We will spend a moment on PEEP, not the delicious and iconic…

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How does AI help in health care? AI success stories: Cancer risk detection and ambient listening AI 11:30

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How is AI currently used in health care? How will AI impact health care in the future? Can AI be used to predict cancer risk? What is ambient AI in health care? Our guest is Jeremy Cauwels, MD, chief medical officer at Sanford Health. American Medical Association CXO Todd Unger hosts.🎥 Watch #AMAUpdate for healthcare news for physicians, residents …

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National physician burnout study: Latest statistics on burnout in health care and doctor well-being 7:04

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Burnout in medicine: When was burnout at its peak for doctors? Why are doctors so burnt out? What causes burnout in health care? Is there a National Burnout Study? Our guest is Michael Tutty, PhD, group vice president of Professional Satisfaction and Practice Sustainability at the American Medical Association. AMA CXO Todd Unger hosts.🎥 Watch #AMAU…

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JEMS Spotlight: How Memphis Fire Department Cracked the Code on Recruitment and Retention 47:47

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JEMS Spotlight: How Memphis Fire Department Cracked the Code on Recruitment and Retention Memphis (TN) Fire Medic Stephen Zachar breaks down how his department tackled the nationwide recruitment crisis in firefighting and EMS. Moving past outdated hiring tests, Memphis revamped the entire process by prioritizing interviews, valuing real-world exper…

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Becoming president of the American Medical Association and his plans for the future of medicine 10:34

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Is becoming an American Medical Association member worth it? What does the American Medical Association do for its members? Why is it so hard to be a doctor right now? Our guest is newly inaugurated AMA President Bobby Mukkamala, MD, who shares what it means to him to take over the presidency at this pivotal time and his goals for the future of med…

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The JEMS Report: Women’s Health Challenges in EMS and Fire Service Culture 43:08

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The JEMS Report: Women’s Health Challenges in EMS and Fire Service Culture Description: Stephanie White sits down with Stacee Ramirez and Dani Landholm to explore the overlooked health challenges women face in fire and EMS roles. Drawing from Stacee’s extensive study revealing widespread reproductive health struggles, silent miscarriages, and the c…

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AMA Annual Meeting 2025: Budget reconciliation bill update and AMA advocacy in action 15:13

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How do we fix the health care system for doctors? What policies does the American Medical Association support? What's going to happen to Medicare? Our guest is Todd Askew, senior vice president of Advocacy at the American Medical Association. AMA CXO Todd Unger hosts.🎥 Watch #AMAUpdate for healthcare news for physicians, residents and medical stude…

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Not A-Fib Podcast : Gwenny Winkler on Critical Care, Coaching and Embracing Growth 58:09

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Not A-Fib Podcast : Gwenny Winkler on Critical Care, Coaching and Embracing Growth Veteran flight nurse and educator Gwenny Winkler shares her journey from accelerated nursing programs to helicopter EMS and becoming a sought-after critical care instructor. Gwenny opens up about the steep learning curve when transitioning from emergency department n…

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Insights from FDNY Chief John Esposito on Adaptability, Authenticity and Impact 34:16

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In this inaugural episode of the Chief’s Cadence, Chief Shane Wheeler sits down with FDNY Chief of Department John Esposito to explore effective leadership approaches in fire and EMS services. Drawing on over three decades of experience in one of the nation’s largest departments, Chief Esposito shares how leadership demands more than just command. …

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Closing the Gap in Pediatric Pain Management 29:08

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Managing pain in pediatric patients is a critical aspect of prehospital care. Yet, this remains a challenging area for many EMS providers. A new study out called “Barriers and Enablers in Prehospital Pediatric Analgesia” sheds light on the complexities of assessing and treating pain in children during ambulance rides. Led by Dr. Hoi See Tsao, Assis…

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AMA president on challenges doctors still face and what's next for the American Medical Association 12:33

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What policies does the American Medical Association support? What does the American Medical Association fight for? What are the biggest struggles doctors face today?American Medical Association CXO Todd Unger hosts.🎥 Watch #AMAUpdate for healthcare news for physicians, residents and medical students: https://ama-assn.co/AMAUpdate 💜 Not a physician?…

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How docs help develop medical technology that's speeding up electronic prior authorization 18:20

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How do you know if something needs prior authorization? Why does prior authorization take so long? What is electronic prior authorization? Discussing how to speed up prior authorization process using informatics in health care, HL7 and FHIR, computerized physician order entry, and more with Viet Nguyen, MD, chief standards implementation officer fo…

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Measles and FDA news: Allergy medication alert, Alzheimer's blood test cleared, new COVID vaccine 11:05

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How do you test for Alzheimer's? Have COVID vaccine guidelines changed? Are men more lonely than women? How many adults are lonely? Is measles still going around?Covering measles cases in the U.S., new Alzheimer's blood test, FDA warning for allergy medication, changes to new COVID vaccines, and the effects of loneliness with AMA's Vice President o…

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Elevating EMS Education: Insights and Innovations from Industry Leaders 24:50

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Elevating EMS Education: Insights and Innovations from Industry Leaders Dr. Ted Lee discusses education as part of EMS Week. The discussion features Dr. Shira Schlesinger, Dr. Navin Ariyaprakai and Dr. Maia Dorsett They highlight the importance of transitioning from traditional, time-based training to a more dynamic and critical-thinking-focused cu…

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Celebrating Emergency Medical Services: Insights on EMS Recognition Day 14:52

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Celebrating Emergency Medical Services: Insights on EMS Recognition Day JEMS Managing Editor Jeff Frankel talks with Dr. Thomas Lardaro to discuss the critical role of emergency medical services in our communities. Celebrating EMS Recognition Day, Dr. Lardaro reflects on the profound responsibilities and challenges faced by EMS professionals both i…

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Advocating for EMS: Shaping the Future of Prehospital Care 33:26

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Advocating for EMS: Shaping the Future of Prehospital Care Dr. Ted Lee talks with Dr. Nick Cozzi, Dr. David Tan and Henry Lewis. They talk about the importance of grassroots advocacy, exploring how every EMS provider serves as an ambassador for the profession. By sharing their stories and building relationships at local and federal levels, they emp…

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Career reflections on improving burnout, practice efficiency, physician well-being and patient care 17:21

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What are the best conferences on physician health? What is joy in medicine? Why are doctors burning out? What do doctors waste the most time on? Why doctors retire? Our guest is Christine Sinsky, MD, vice president of professional satisfaction at the American Medical Association. In this episode, Dr. Sinsky reflects on her career at the AMA prior t…

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Empowering Communities: The Significance of Save a Life Day 26:33

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Dr. Ted Lee looks at the impact and importance of Save a Life Day for EMS Week. Featuring expert guests Dr. Matt Levy and Corey Richter, the discussion underscores the critical role of community engagement in prehospital emergency medicine. Both leaders share their extensive backgrounds in EMS and emphasize the necessity of equipping citizens with …

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Innovating Prehospital Care: The Impact of Mobile Integrated Health Programs in South Carolina 26:04

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Dr. Ted Lee speaks with Luke Estes, manager of Prisma Health's Mobile Integrated Health Program, to explore the transformative role of community paramedics in prehospital medicine. Dennis shares his journey from a young aspiring EMT in Missouri to leading a groundbreaking health initiative in South Carolina. The program, which has grown significant…

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Pediatric Care: Insights from EMS Week 2025 25:21

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In this episode of the JEMS Report, Dr. Ted Lee convenes a panel of pediatric emergency medicine experts to discuss the significance of EMS Week 2025 and the critical EMS for Children program. The panel, featuring Dr. Ann M. Dietrich, Dr. Kathleen Adelgais and Dr. Lindsay Jaeger, highlights the essential role of EMS professionals in providing pre-h…

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Cancer in people under 50, overdose deaths down, syphilis testing during pregnancy plus measles news 12:23

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How often should you get screened for cancer? Why does everyone have cancer? How do blood tests for cancer work? Can a baby get syphilis? How many people die from overdose? Discussing the latest cancer statistics, measles outbreaks, deaths from overdose and contaminated ultrasound gel with AMA's Vice President of Science, Medicine and Public Health…

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Prioritizing EMS Safety: Insights from Experts on EMS Week 2025 25:54

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Dr. Ted Lee talks with Dr. Douglas Kupas and Dr. Joanne Piccininni on the topic of EMS safety during EMS Week 2025. With decades of experience in EMS, both guests highlight the significance of prioritizing safety within the EMS community, stressing that awareness and proactive measures can prevent injuries and fatalities. They discuss the need for …

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Empowering Exceptional EMS Providers: The Legacy of the Bryant Gladney Foundation 21:22

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In this episode of the JEMS Report, Dr. Ted Lee sits down with Shaun Gladney, executive director of the Bryant Gladney Foundation, a nonprofit established in memory of his father, a dedicated paramedic and educator who tragically lost his life in the line of duty. The foundation's mission is to empower future EMS providers through scholarships for …

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Whooping cough FAQ: Treatment for whooping cough symptoms, vaccine safety and pertussis in children 14:10

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How serious is whooping cough? Is whooping cough going around? How long does whooping cough last? What is the pertussis vaccine? What are the symptoms of whooping cough? Discussing pertussis in adults, treatment for whooping cough symptoms, pertussis vaccines and more with Alyssa Kuban, MD, associate medical director at Texas Children's Pediatrics …

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Navigating Resilience in EMS: Conversations on Mental Health and Well-Being 31:51

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JEMS Managing Editor Jeff Frankel talks with Matt Philbrick, an experienced paramedic and wellness advocate. Matt shares his insights into the importance of mental fitness, resilience and the need for emergency responders to foster a supportive environment.By JEMS

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Health IT: Helping startup companies in health care, AI in medicine and the future of digital health 14:37

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What can you do with an MD? Are there non-clinical careers for doctors? What is the next big thing in health care technology? What do investors look for in healthcare startups?Discussing health care startups and innovative ideas for health care businesses with Chris Stock, MD, a managing director for Health2047. American Medical Association CXO Tod…

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2025 measles outbreak, cervical cancer screening at home, prenatal cannabis use, healthy travel tips 10:44

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What is travel illness? Can I test for HPV at home? How many cases of measles are there? What are vector-borne diseases? How dangerous is bird flu to humans? Discussing over 1000 confirmed measles cases, H5N1 bird flu, healthy travel health tips for summer, a new at-home pap smear FDA approved test, and a JAMA study on prenatal cannabis use with AM…

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Artificial intelligence survey: The benefits of AI in health care and how doctors are using AI 13:40

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Is AI good for health care? How are doctors using augmented intelligence? What is AI used for in medicine? What percentage of doctors are using AI? Do doctors trust AI? Our guest Margaret Lozovatsky, MD, vice president of Digital Health Innovations at the American Medical Association, discusses key findings from the latest survey on physician attit…

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EMS Research with Professor Braun: Optimizing Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest Outcomes 34:57

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When faced with the challenge of reviving a patient in cardiac arrest, paramedics rely on an arsenal of tools, techniques, and medications. Among these are two stalwarts of advanced cardiac life support (ACLS): amiodarone and lidocaine. Although both drugs have long been included in protocols as viable options for shockable cardiac arrests, a new s…

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Understanding the patient experience: The journey through surgery and recovery with Dr. Mukkamala 17:46

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Why is relating to patients important? How do you treat brain cancer? What is brain cancer treatment like? What are the benefits of understanding patient experience? AMA President-elect Bobby Mukkamala, MD, shares his personal journey from brain tumor diagnosis through recovery. Dr. Mukkamala discusses how being a patient reshaped his views on heal…

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Not A-Fib: The Impact of Pre-Hospital Blood Transfusion 56:43

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Lt. Holly O'Byrne from D.C. Fire & EMS joins the Not A-Fib Podcast to discuss their whole blood program. She talks about the impetus for the program, overcoming hurdles to getting the blood, and the training they needed to do before putting blood on the trucks. She also talks about their successes and the downstream effects of administering blood i…

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2025 measles outbreak, bird flu updates, Alzheimer's disease news, plus colon cancer and gut health 10:32

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Is there a blood test for Alzheimer's? What causes colon cancer? How many measles cases in 2025? Is bird flu still an issue? What outbreaks are happening right now? AMA's Vice President of Science, Medicine and Public Health, Andrea Garcia, JD, MPH, covers the first measles cases of the year in new U.S. cities, and avian flu outbreaks in dairy catt…

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Artificial intelligence in health information management: Using AI for risk assessment in medicine 11:08

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How is AI used in health care data? What does AI help with in health care? How is AI used in emergency rooms? What are the benefits of AI in health care? How is AI used in medical documentation? Learn about using AI in electronic health records to improve patient care and the future of AI in health care with guest Dana Sax, MD, research scientist a…

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Loneliness research: Effects of social isolation and ways to combat loneliness in older physicians 9:16

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Do older adults get lonely? How often do doctors feel lonely? What does long-term isolation do to a person? How often do adults feel lonely? How can loneliness be addressed? What does loneliness look like in older adults? Our guest is Ved V. Gossain, MD, the immediate past chair of the AMA Senior Physician Section, joins to discuss the epidemic of …

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Measles misinformation, new long COVID-19 symptom studies, plus childhood antibiotics and gut health 11:11

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Should I be worried about measles? What is long COVID and why is it so complex? How long does long COVID last? How many people have long COVID? Is measles endemic? Get the latest on the measles outbreak, MMR vaccines, U.S. measles endemic status and childhood antibiotics with AMA's Vice President of Science, Medicine and Public Health, Andrea Garci…

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ACIP news: Measles cases, new meningococcal vaccine, chikungunya and RSV vaccine recommendations 16:04

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Are vaccines safe? How long have vaccines been around? What is ACIP? Is there a booster for RSV? How old is the measles vaccine? What happens at ACIP meetings? What are the latest vaccine recommendations? Sandra Fryhofer, MD, AMA’s liaison to the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), shares news from the most recent meeting. American…

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FIT test or colonoscopy? Colon cancer in young adults and cancer screening recommendations 15:50

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What causes colon cancer? Is colon cancer becoming more common? Is cancer screening effective? Can colon cancer happen at a young age? Can a FIT test detect colon cancer? Our guest is Doug Corley, MD, PhD, chief research officer for The Permanente Medical Group. American Medical Association CXO Todd Unger hosts.🎥 Watch #AMAUpdate for healthcare new…

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2025 measles update, new antibiotic for gonorrhea, bird flu death in Mexico, and CT scans and cancer 11:10

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How many measles cases in 2025? Can CT scans cause cancer? What is the best treatment for gonorrhea? What states have bird flu? What animals are affected by bird flu? AMA's Vice President of Science, Medicine and Public Health, Andrea Garcia, JD, MPH, covers measles outbreak states, latest bird flu news, treatment for gonorrhea and CT scan radiatio…

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EMS Research with Professor Bram: TEGAN MANSOURI 44:45

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When many EMS workers first enter the field, their focus is entirely on helping patients in crisis. However, as time goes on, the relentless demands of the job often push self-care to the backburner. Meals become whatever can be grabbed on the go, energy drinks replace proper hydration, and exercise falls by the wayside. This gradual decline in sel…

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The JEMS Report: Elevating EMS Awareness and Advocacy During EMS Week 25:35

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EMS Editor-in-Chief Dr. Ted Lee talks with Dr. Kristin McCabe-Kline, a board member with the American College of Emergency Physicians and Chief Christopher Way, president of the National Association of EMTs. They explore the vital intersection between emergency medicine and EMS as they kick off EMS Week, discussing its significance beyond mere appr…