You Make Me Sick!

Dec 11 2024 40 ep. 40 mins 2
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In this podcast we take a look at a wide variety of illnesses, microorganisms, and potential new therapies and treatments. We also dive into the world of nursing, medicine, and medical treatments. From Ebola to ketamine therapy, to hangovers and health care careers. If it makes you sick, (or might even make you better) there's a good chance we will discuss it.

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Food Insecurity - What it is, Who it Effects, and How to Help Those in Need with Special Guest Pastor Abby Henrich

Dec 11 2024 63 mins  
In this episode we are joined by Pastor Abby Henrich to discuss the issue of food insecurity. We discuss what food insecurity is, who it is most likely to effect, why it can be so detrimental to overall health, and how to help those in need, especially at this time of year when so many benefit from the kindness of others. . Abby is a Dual Pastor and Co-Founder of Grace Community in

Bacteriophages, Biofilms, Biofouling and MDROs with Special Guest Phage Researcher and Scientist Atif Khan

Oct 29 2024 51 mins  
In this episode we are joined by Bacteriophage scientist and researcher Atif Khan, we discuss his research in using phages to fight biofouling, biofilms and MRSA. We also discuss the current state of phage therapy in India compared to the United States as well as the possible use of phages in helping to treat SARS CoV2 infections. We also discuss some of the advantages and benefits

Day Zero Antivirals and Preventing the Next Pandemic - with Special Guest Dr. Brian Wang

Oct 11 2024 69 mins  
In this episode we are joined by Scientist and Researcher Dr. Brian Wang to discuss the work he and his colleagues are pursuing at Panoplia Laboratories in Cambridge MA. Dr. Wang and his team are in pursuit of Broad Spectrum Antivirals that can be available on day zero of the next pandemic. We discuss the methods of bioengineering that Panoplia Labs will be using, including the use

Wastewater - Innovative Treatment and Surveillance with Special Guest DIWTP Director David Duest

Sep 28 2024 59 mins  
In this episode we are joined by David Duest, David is the Director of the Deer Island Wastewater Treatment Plant in Boston MA. DIWTP is the 2nd largest wastewater treatment plant in the United States servicing over 2.3 million people and 43 different communities. It boasts several innovative technologies that are used as models around the world and here in the US. In this episode

Arboviruses - Dengue, West Nile and EEE with Special Guest Dr. Davidson Hamer

Sep 07 2024 36 mins  
In this episode we are joined again by Tropical and Infectious Disease Specialist Dr. Davidson Hamer. We discuss Arboviruses, what they are, how they are spread, and what kinds of illnesses they can cause. We talk in depth about the current Dengue spread and what may be driving the historic increase in cases and what to expect in the coming months to years. We also discuss West Nil

Bacteriophages, New Discoveries and the Fight Against MDROs - With Special Guest Dr. Sian Owen

Jul 25 2024 75 mins  
In this episode we are joined by Microbiologist and phage enthusiast Dr. Sian Owen to discuss exactly what phages are, how they work, and the latest in phage research that may yield new tools in the fight against antibiotic resistance in bacteria. Dr. Owen recently finished her post doctoral research as a Fellow In the department of Biomedical Informatics and the Laboratory of Syst

Police as First Responders - Training, Stress, PTSD and Compassion fatigue - With Special Guest Officer Jake Ballensky

Jul 14 2024 44 mins  
In this episode we are joined by Elko NV police office Jake Ballensky. Officer Ballensky is a US national Guard Veteran having served tours in both Iraq and Afghanistan and has experience as a police officer working for the Las Vegas Metro Police Department and Elko NV police department. Today he joins us to discuss police and their roles as first responders, the stress and burnout

From Undergraduate to ICU Attending - The how and why - With special guest Dr. Brandon Pang!

Jun 13 2024 115 mins  
In this episode we are joined by Pulmonologist and Critical Care physician Dr. Brandon Pang. Brandon is a Physician at Boston Medical Center specializing critical care and pulmonology. He takes us through his journey from undergraduate, to medical school, to his Internship, Residency and Fellowship, and exactly what this entails. He also discusses his next role as an Attending of C

H5N1 - Current spread and concerns for the next possible pandemic. With special guest Dr. Davidson Hamer

May 30 2024 34 mins  
In this episode we speak to Infectious Disease Specialist Dr. Davidson Hamer and explore the current H5N1 spread among US cattle and if there is potential for spread to humans, and if so, could this cause the next great pandemic due to such high mortality rates and airborne spread. Dr. Hamer is board certified in infectious diseases and is a Professor at Boston University as well a

Integrative Nursing with special guest Integrative Nursing Fellow Timothy M. RN

May 11 2024 37 mins  
In this episode we have a special guest. Recently published, Integrative Nursing Fellow Timothy Murphy joins us to discuss the role of integrative nursing in medicine. He explains what it is, how it can aid in reduction of pain, anxiety and need for pharmacological interventions, and how it is now being more widely accepted in hospitals due to the evidence based data that supports