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Welcome to the 2 Minute Medicine® (est. 2013) Podcast, summarizing the latest medical studies, curated and written by practicing physicians. On this podcast, twice a month, we cover the latest in health care news and research evidence. Please visit our website at 2minutemedicine.com to learn more and to access all of our content including medical study summaries, visual abstracts, excerpts from our Classics book series, and The Scan, our medical newsletter. To make sure that you don’t miss any of our content please subscribe and follow us on Twitter or Instagram @2minmed.

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In the first half of this episode, we cover our article of the week which comes from the New England Journal of Medicine and is entitled “Liberal or Restrictive Transfusion Strategy in Patients with Traumatic Brain Injury”.

In the second half, we begin with a discussion about using viruses to kill bacteria. Then we take a closer at reductions in rates of teenage vaping across the US. After that, we examine the recent FDA approval of AirPods as hearing aids. Finally, we discuss Brian May’s recent stroke, and how to identify the signs of strokes.

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In this episode we begin by discussing our article of the week which comes from the New England Journal of Medicine and is entitled “The annual cost of cancer screening in the United States.” In the second half, we begin with a discussion about COVID-19, asthma, and exercise. Then we take a closer look at new treatments for life-threatening allergic reactions. After that, we examine the recent FDA rejection of MDMA for patients with PTSD. Finally, we discuss POTS, and how some individuals have overcome their diagnosis to achieve greatness.
We are excited to share that the highly anticipated 2nd edition of our Classics in Medicine book is now available in stores and on Amazon! Buy your copy today at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/2zZnJt9

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In this episode we begin by discussing our article of the weekwhich comes from the New England Journal of Medicine and is entitled “Stress Ulcer Prophylaxis during Invasive Mechanical Ventilation”. In the second half, we begin with a discussion about recent blood tests showing promising responses. Then we take a look at a recent study that investigated a new preventative treatment for HIV. After that, we discuss skin cancer and a recent diagnosis. Finally, we discuss some of the recent aspects affecting the health of athletes at the Olympic Games.

We are excited to share that the highly anticipated 2nd edition of our Classics in Medicine book is now available in stores and on Amazon! Buy your copy today at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/2zZnJt9

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We begin with a discussion about our article of the week from JAMA network open entitled "Multivitamin Use and Mortality Risk in 3 Prospective US Cohorts".

In the second half of the episode, we begin with Kate Middleton's appearance during chemotherapy treatment. Next, we explore the increasing popularity of whole-body MRI scans for early disease detection. Following that, we examine the spread of new COVID-19 strains in the US. Lastly, we discuss the implications of human exposure to microplastics and strategies to minimize this exposure.

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In the first half, we review our article of the week which comes from The New England Journal of Medicine and is entitled “A Novel Anti-CD38 Monoclonal Antibody for Treating Immune Thrombocytopenia”.

In the second half of the episode, we begin with a discussion about intestinal transplants and a recent case of a rare intestinal injury. Then we take a closer look at bird flu and how it is affecting humans and animals alike. After that, we discuss the upcoming Olympic games and injuries. Finally, we discuss the latest studies of artificial sweeteners, their risks, and benefits.

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In the first half of this episode we cover our article of the week which comes from The Lancet and is entitled “Efficacy and safety of bimekizumab in patients with moderate-to-severe hidradenitis suppurativa (BE HEARD I and BE HEARD II): two 48-week, randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled, multicentre phase 3 trials“.

In the second half, we start with covering news including how the ruling that Florida's ban on gender-affirming care was deemed to be unconstitutional. Then we cover Porzingis’s rare tendon injury at the time of the NBA finals. After that, we take a look at the new AI-based model developed to predict Parkinson’s disease years before the onset of motor symptoms. Finally, we go over the implications of increased screen time on children's language development.

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In this episode, we begin by discussing our article of the week which comes from Annals of Internal Medicine and is entitled “Trends in U.S. Medical Cannabis Registrations, Authorizing Clinicians, and Reasons for Use From 2020 to 2022." Next, we cover the experiences of Neuralink’s first patient with a brain implant and take a closer look at the increased rates of lung cancer in non-smoking female Asians. Last but not least, we take a look at the new findings regarding the health benefits of the Mediterranean diet and discuss the overall impact of sleep hygiene and a healthy diet on general health and well-being.

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We begin with a discussion about the keto diet and discuss the recent studies about the influence of keto on the brain. Then we take a closer look at a recent recommendation around breastfeeding for mothers with HIV. After that, we discuss a new treatment for lung cancer, and the growing field of immunotherapy. Finally, we look at spicy foods, and how an internet challenge led to a catastrophe.

We are excited to share that the highly anticipated 2nd edition of our Classics in Medicine book is now available in stores and on Amazon! Buy your copy today at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/2zZnJt9

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We begin with a discussion about our article of the week from the BMJ, entitled prenatal opioid exposure and subsequent risk of neuropsychiatric disorders in children: nationwide birth cohort study in South Korea.

In the second half, we start off by talking about the risks and benefits of vampire facials. Then we discuss the importance of raising awareness about the fentanyl crisis. After that, we take a look at the implications of marijuana reclassification. Finally, we go over new findings about the safety of hormonal therapy for menopause.
We are excited to share that the highly anticipated 2nd edition of our Classics in Medicine book is now available in stores and on Amazon! Buy your copy today at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/2zZnJt9

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We begin with a discussion about our article of the week from the Lancet and is entitled “Global disease burden of and risk factors for acute lower respiratory infections caused by respiratory syncytial virus in preterm infants and young children in 2019: a systematic review and meta-analysis of aggregated and individual participant data“.

In the second half of the episode we have a conversation about the rise in counterfeit Botox use, the cognitive benefits of playing chess, pros and cons of melatonin supplements and the recent increase in reported Measles cases.

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We begin with a discussion about our article of the week from JAMA, entitled “Long-Term Outcomes of Medical Management vs Bariatric Surgery in Type 2 Diabetes” In the second half of the episode, we begin with talking about a pioneering immunotherapy approach for brain cancer. Then we discuss the advantages of access to over-the-counter birth control. After that, we take a look at abortion ban rulings issued by the Florida Supreme Court. Finally, we go over cardiac pacemakers and how they have changed over time.

We are excited to share that the highly anticipated 2nd edition of our Classics in Medicine book is now available in stores and on Amazon! Buy your copy today at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/2zZnJt9

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We begin with a discussion about our article of the week entitled “Electronic nicotine delivery systems for smoking cessation. In the second half of the episode, we discuss Kate Middleton’s recent cancer diagnosis and have a conversation about cancer trends that have recently made the news. Next, we follow with a discussion about the first person to undergo kidney transplantation from a genetically altered pig, take a closer look at the solar eclipse and its impact on eye health, and conclude with a conversation about lab-grown meat and what the research has shown so far.

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In this episode, we begin with a discussion about our article of the week entitled “An umbrella review and meta-analysis of meta-analyses of the impact of Ramadan fasting on the metabolic syndrome components“. Next, we talk about a new cure strategy for HIV. Then we discuss issues revolving around psychotropic polypharmacy in youth. After that, we take a look at a new method to improve IVF treatments. Finally, we go over the recent cyberattack at UnitedHealth’s Change Healthcare and its consequences.

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We begin with a discussion about our article of the week which comes from The Lancet and is entitled “Efficacy and safety of the muscarinic receptor agonist KarXT (xanomeline–trospium) in schizophrenia (EMERGENT-2) in the USA: results from a randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled, flexible-dose phase 3 trial.”

Then we discuss the challenges and recovery after having brain aneurysm and talk about the first disease modifying FDA approved drug for Alzheimer’s disease. After that, we take a look at liver transplant in children. Finally, we go over psoriasis and briefly go over risk factors and treatments.

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We begin this episode by discussing our article of the week which comes from the New England Journal of Medicine and is entitled “Apixaban for stroke prevention in subclinical atrial fibrillation”. In the second half of the episode, we begin with a discussion about stroke in young patients with Lupus. Then we discuss how Starting January 29th British Columbia began providing Canada’s first-at-home self HPV screening test kits for cervical cancer. Last but not least, we take a closer look at acne, current treatments, and a possible vaccine that has shown promise in mouse models, and conclude with a conversation about opioids.

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We begin this episode by discussing our article of the week which comes from the BMC Nutrition Journal and is entitled “Clusters of carbohydrate-rich foods and associations with type 2 diabetes incidence: a prospective cohort study.”

We begin with a discussion about blood donation, and the decline we are seeing in blood donors. Then we take a closer look at lead poisoning in the context of a recent recall of contaminated cinnamon applesauce products. After that, we investigate multiple sclerosis and how it can affect one’s life. Finally, we discuss the cold winter temperatures, the risks of the cold, and how we can stay safe this winter.

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In this episode, we begin by discussing our article of the week which comes from the New England Journal of Medicine and is entitled “Teplizumab and beta-cell function in newly diagnosed type 1 diabetes.” Then we take a closer look at allergies and new treatments on the horizon for food allergies. Next, a discussion about lung cancer, following the recent passing of Andre Braugher. Last but not least, we discuss New Year’s resolutions along with evidence-based ways to make them last and explore the rise in cases of counterfeit Ozempic use, and how this has affected the world.

We are excited to share that the highly anticipated 2nd edition of our Classics in Medicine book is now available in stores and on Amazon! Buy your copy today at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/2zZnJt9

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We begin this episode by discussing our article of the week from the Annals of Internal Medicine and is entitled “Cardiovascular health of middle-aged US adults by income level, 1999 to March 2020: A serial cross-sectional study.” In the second half, we begin by discussing an increasingly popular procedure used in infants who are struggling with breastfeeding. Then we delve into the new findings that a hormone, GDF15, is linked to morning sickness. After this, we discuss ketamine, the drug that was implicated in the tragic passing of 'Friends' star Matthew Perry. Finally, we end with a conversation about the ongoing generic drug shortages occurring across the country.

We are excited to share that the highly anticipated 2nd edition of our Classics in Medicine book is now available in stores and on Amazon! Buy your copy today at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/2zZnJt9

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We begin this episode by discussing our article of the week from the New England Journal of Medicine, entitled “Trial of Botulinum Toxin for Isolated or Essential Head Tremor”. In the second half, we discuss how as semaglutide, also known by brand names Ozempic or Wegovy, continues to make headlines, a new drug called Zepbound is entering the weight loss sphere. Next, we discuss organ transplants and a new antibiotics developed for the treament of gonorrhea, Zoliflodacin. Last but not least, we discuss why ⁠March of Dimes⁠, a maternal and infant health organization, issued ⁠a D+ to the USA⁠ for the 2nd year in a row for its relatively high rate of preterm births.

We are excited to share that the highly anticipated 2nd edition of our Classics in Medicine book is now available in stores and on Amazon! Buy your copy today at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/2zZnJt9⁠

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We begin this episode by discussing our article of the week from the New England Journal of Medicine, entitled “Sarilumab for Relapse of Polymyalgia Rheumatica during Glucocorticoid Taper”. Next, in the second half, we begin by discussing the UK's approval of the first licensed medication using CRISPR technology. Next, we will dive into the American Heart Association's decision to remove race as one of the biological risk factors for cardiovascular disease in their cardiac risk algorithm. Then we will discuss the news of NBA player CJ McCollum's pneumothorax, and finally we will end with a conversation about a recent finding that the life expectancy gap between men and women has widened.

We are excited to share that the highly anticipated 2nd edition of our Classics in Medicine book is now available in stores and on Amazon! Buy your copy today at: ⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/2zZnJt9

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We begin this episode by discussing our article of the week from Pediatrics, entitled “HIV Preexposure Prophylaxis Provision among Adolescents: 2018 to 2021”. We then dive deeper into a discussion about seasonal affective disorder, its treatment, and its impact on the population. Then we take a closer look at the Movember movement and how it relates to men’s health. After that, we discuss the recent surge in syphilis cases and what can be done about it. Last, but not least, we have a conversation about substance use disorders in the wake of Matthew Perry’s passing.

We are excited to share that the highly anticipated 2nd edition of our Classics in Medicine book is now available in stores and on Amazon! Buy your copy today at: ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/2zZnJt9

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We begin this episode by discussing our article of the week from Pediatrics, entitled “COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy Among Parents: A Qualitative Study”.

In the second half of our episode, we start off by discussing the issue of performance-enhancing drugs in sports following the news of a banned substance scandal in the men's marathon. Next, we will dive into the NHL's Pride Tape ban and their decision to reverse the ban following public push-back. Finally, we end with conversations about the bedbug outbreak in Paris, and new studies highlighting the value of wearable technology in diagnosing and monitoring Parkinson's disease.

We are excited to share that the highly anticipated 2nd edition of our Classics in Medicine book is now available in stores and on Amazon! Buy your copy today at: ⁠https://bit.ly/2zZnJt9

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We begin this episode by discussing our article of the week from the New England Journal of Medicine, entitled ““Increasing Prevalence of Artemisinin-Resistant HRP2-Negative Malaria in Eritrea.”

In the second half of our episode, we begin by taking a closer look at the public heath crisis in Gaza. Next, we discuss a recently published study in JAMA, and examine the possible link between ADHD and Dementia. Last but not least, a short discussion about the significance of October being National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month.

We are excited to share that the highly anticipated 2nd edition of our Classics in Medicine book is now available in stores and on Amazon! Buy your copy today at: https://bit.ly/2zZnJt9

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We begin this episode by discussing our article of the week from the New England Journal of Medicine, entitled “Randomized, Controlled Trial of the FGF21 Analogue Pegozafermin in NASH”.

In the second half of our episode, we begin by exploring the recently announced price drop for a popular tuberculosis test. Then we discuss Sufjan Stevens' ongoing battle with the rare autoimmune condition, Guillain-Barre Syndrome. Finally, we end with a conversation about newly developed tests to identify medical abortions and the ongoing American Red Cross blood supply shortage.

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We begin this episode by discussing our article of the week from JAMA Network Open, entitled “Women’s Adherence to Healthy Dietary Patterns and Outcomes of Infertility Treatment”. In the second half of our episode, we begin with a discussion about Shohei Ohtani, the superstar baseball player fighting against a torn ligament. Next, we look at blue light glasses, an increasingly popular way to combat eye strain in the digital world. After that, we discuss sciatica, and how this disease affects the lives of many, including some famous names. Finally, we discuss the long-term and short-term impacts of concussion and CTE.

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We begin this episode by discussing our article of the week from the Lancet “Retatrutide, a GIP, GLP-1 and glucagon receptor agonist, for people with type 2 diabetes: a randomised, double-blind, placebo and active-controlled, parallel-group, phase 2 trial conducted in the USA”.

In the second half of our episode, we begin with a discussion of Wegovy and the latest data on its human use. Next, we discuss congenital heart disease in sports. Following that, we examine the latest developments with the COVID-19 virus, and last but not least, we examine the recent news about long-lasting chemicals found in paper straws, and their impact on human health.

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We begin this episode by discussing our article of the week from from the New England Journal of Medicine, entitled “Dupilumab for COPD with Type 2 Inflammation Indicated by Eosinophil Counts.” In the second half, we have a conversation about Alzheimer's disease and how a drug called Donanemab has shown a 29% slower rate of decline and cognitive function. Next, we look at complications of bariatric surgery, the medical effects of heat exhaustion and what we can do to prevent it, and conclude with a conversation about energy drinks and it's lesser known side effects.

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We begin this episode by discussing our article of the week from JAMA and is entitled, “Trends in Rates of Opioid Agonist Treatment and Opioid-Related Deaths for Youths in Ontario, Canada, 2013-2021. In the second half of our episode, we begin by discussing the FIFA Women's World Cup and some of the strides taken to protect and support female athletes. Then we discuss National Immunization Awareness Month and some health tips for heading back-to-school. Finally, we conclude with a discussion on Overdose Awareness Day and the importance of naloxone in preventing deaths due to overdose.

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We begin this episode by discussing our article of the week from BMC medicine, “Varenicline and counseling for vaping cessation: a double-blind, randomized, parallel-group, placebo-controlled trial”. In the second half of our episode, we begin with a discussion about a blood test that was recently approved by the federal drug administration that can detect those at a greater risk for pre-eclampsia. Then we discuss the American Medical Association's new policy regarding the use of BMI in medical practice. Finally, we end with a conversation about Madonna's recent sepsis scare, as well as some of the injuries seen in the latest edition of the Tour de France.

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We begin this episode by discussing our article of the week from the New England Journal of Medicine entitled “Ketamine versus ECT for Nonpsychotic Treatment-Resistant Major Depression.”In the second half of our episode, we begin with a discussion about how the Supreme Court of the United States may impact college admissions for the foreseeable future. Then we explore the latest information regarding the link between a beloved artificial sweetener, and cancer. Last, but not least, we have a conversation about blood clots along with the stars who have experienced them, and psychedelics, a class of drugs recently approved for mental health treatment in Australia!

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We begin this episode by discussing our article of the week from the New England Journal of Medicine entitled “Hydrocortisone in severe community-acquired pneumonia.“. In the second half of our episode, we bring a medical eye to popular events. We begin with a discussion about how the federal drug administration recently approved a drug to treat some symptoms of menopause. Then we take a closer look at the affordable care act mandate for preventative care. Last, but not least, we have a conversation about pride month and inequalities that exist in the healthcare system for the LGBTQ+ community and Nirsevimab, an antibody that can help prevent severe symptoms of RSV in infants!

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We begin this episode by discussing our article of the week comes from the New England Journal of Medicine and is entitled “Phase 3 Trial of Epicutaneous Immunotherapy in Toddlers with Peanut Allergy“. In the second half of our episode, we bring a medical eye to popular events. We begin a discussion about antibiotic resistance, and how a team from McMaster University decided to leverage a powerful tool in their arsenal of antibiotic discovery, artificial intelligence. Next, we discuss how Melissa Gilbert, known for her role in “Little House on the Prairie”, experienced a bug bite that led to an emergency room visit and overnight hospitalization. We conclude by taking a closer look at why Canada is printing health warnings on individual cigarettes and a conversation about the importance of CPR. 

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Welcome to the 2 Minute Medicine® Podcast, summarizing the latest medical studies, curated and written by practicing physicians. On this podcast, twice a month, we cover the latest in healthcare news and research evidence. For the full transcript of this episode and more, please visit our website at https://www.2minutemedicine.com/the-2-minute-medicine-podcast-episode-15/

We begin this episode by discussing our article of the week which comes from Our article of the week comes from The Lancet and is entitled “Sparsentan in patients with IgA nephropathy: a prespecified interim analysis from a randomised, double-blind, active-controlled clinical trial.”

(01:24) First article of the week.

In the second half of our episode, we bring a medical eye to popular events. First, we take a closer look at how the FDA has recommended making a hormonal contraceptive pill, Opill, available over the counter. We then have a conversation about the recent pancreatic cancer vaccine trial, delving deeper into the subject of cancer immunotherapy. We conclude with a conversation about how Montana has become the first state to fully ban TikTok. We discuss the implications of social media on mental health, specifically among teenagers.

(04:00) OTC Birth Control

(06:51) Pancreatic Cancer Vaccine

(08:53) Montana's ban on TikTok

Please head to our website at 2minutemedicine.com to learn more and to access all of our content including medical study summaries, visual abstracts, excerpts from our Classics book series which is available on Amazon, and The Scan, which is our medical newsletter. To make sure that you don’t miss any of our content please subscribe and follow us on Twitter or Instagram @2minmed!

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Welcome to the 2 Minute Medicine® Podcast, summarizing the latest medical studies, curated and written by practicing physicians. On this podcast, twice a month, we cover the latest in healthcare news and research evidence. For the full transcript of this episode and more, please visit our website at https://www.2minutemedicine.com/the-2-minute-medicine-podcast-episode-15/

We begin this episode by discussing our article of the week which comes from the New England Journal of Medicine and is entitled “Long-Term Health Consequences After Ovarian Removal at Benign Hysterectomy: A Nationwide Cohort Study.”

(00:00) Introduction.

(01:24) First article of the week.

In the second half of our episode, we bring a medical eye to popular events. First, we take a closer look at how the recommendations around breast cancer screening are changing as a result of emerging evidence on breast cancer risk in young people. Next, we discuss what the end of COVID-19's emergency status means, the impact of Canadian Wildfires on the health of nearby residents and in honor of National Nurses Week May 6-12, we celebrate the important work that nurses do and draw attention to the current nursing shortage.

(03:59) Mammograms

(07:06) COVID-19

(08:30) The impact of wildfires on health

(09:50) National Nurses Week

Please head to our website at 2minutemedicine.com to learn more and to access all of our content including medical study summaries, visual abstracts, excerpts from our Classics book series which is available on Amazon, and The Scan, which is our medical newsletter. To make sure that you don’t miss any of our content please subscribe and follow us on Twitter or Instagram @2minmed!

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Welcome to the 2 Minute Medicine® Podcast, summarizing the latest medical studies, curated and written by practicing physicians. On this podcast, twice a month, we cover the latest in healthcare news and research evidence.

We begin this episode by discussing our article of the week which comes from the New England Journal of Medicine and is entitled “Phase 3 Trial of Sotatercept for Treatment of Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension.”

(00:00) Introduction.

(01:22) First article of the week.

In the second half of our episode, we bring a medical eye to popular events. In this episode, we take a closer look at how Xylazine, a drug initially intended for veterinary use, is making its way into recreational drugs across America and Canada. We also discuss the recent FDA approval of Narcan for over-the-counter use, a $462 million dollar 'vape usage crisis' lawsuit, and how Ghana became the first country in the world to approve a new Malaria vaccine, the R21 Matrix-M vaccine.

(04:04) Xylazine

(06:11) FDA approval of Narcan for over-the-counter use

(08:20) Vape usage crisis

(10:42) New Malaria vaccine

Please head to our website at 2minutemedicine.com to learn more and to access all of our content including medical study summaries, visual abstracts, excerpts from our Classics book series which is available on Amazon, and The Scan, which is our medical newsletter. To make sure that you don’t miss any of our content please subscribe and follow us on Twitter or Instagram @2minmed!

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Welcome to the 2 Minute Medicine® Podcast, summarizing the latest medical studies, curated and written by practicing physicians. On this podcast, twice a month, we cover the latest in healthcare news and research evidence.

We begin this episode by discussing our two articles of the week. Our first article of the week comes from the New England Journal of Medicine and is entitled “Postexposure Doxycycline to Prevent Bacterial Sexually Transmitted Infections.” Our second article of the week comes from the New England Journal of Medicine and is entitled “Trial of Hybrid Closed-Loop Control in Young Children with Type 1 Diabetes.”

(00:00) Introduction. 

(01:25) First article of the week. 

(04:10) Second article of the week. 

In the second half of our episode, we bring a medical eye to popular events. In this episode, we take a closer look at how around 15 million Americans could lose their Medicaid coverage, discuss aerospace medicine, Hugh Jackman’s skin cancer scare, earth day, and more!

(06:52) The scan “Millions off medicaid”

(09:28) Aerospace medicine. 

(11:28) Hugh Jackman and skin cancer

(13:04) Earth day. 

Please head to our website at 2minutemedicine.com to learn more and to access all of our content including medical study summaries, visual abstracts, excerpts from our Classics book series which is available on Amazon, and The Scan, which is our medical newsletter. To make sure that you don’t miss any of our content please subscribe and follow us on Twitter or Instagram @2minmed!

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Welcome to the 2 Minute Medicine® Podcast, summarizing the latest medical studies, curated and written by practicing physicians. On this podcast, twice a month, we cover the latest in healthcare news and research evidence.

We begin this episode by discussing our two articles of the week. Our first article of the week comes from BMC Medicine and is entitled “The association between menstrual cycle characteristics and cardiometabolic outcomes in later life: a retrospective matched cohort study of 704,743 women from the UK”. Our second article of the week comes from JAMA Pediatrics and is entitled “Initiation of and Escalation to High-Intensity Drinking in Young Adults”.

In the second half of our episode, we bring a medical eye to popular events. We take a closer look at Cystic Fibrosis and advancements in the field. We examine why Cystic Fibrosis patients will no longer automatically quality to make wishes via the Make-A-Wish foundation. We also discuss Wyoming's ban of abortion pills, why Colon Cancer is increasing among young adults, and Justin Bieber's experience with Ramsay Hunt Syndrome.

Please head to our website at 2minutemedicine.com to learn more and to access all of our content including medical study summaries, visual abstracts, excerpts from our Classics book series which is available on Amazon, and The Scan, which is our medical newsletter. To make sure that you don’t miss any of our content please subscribe and follow us on Twitter or Instagram @2minmed!

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Welcome to the 2 Minute Medicine® Podcast, summarizing the latest medical studies, curated and written by practicing physicians. On this podcast, twice a month, we cover the latest in healthcare news and research evidence.

We begin this episode by discussing our two articles of the week. Our first article of the week comes from the British Journal of Sports Medicine and is entitled “Dose–response effects of exercise and caloric restriction on visceral adiposity in overweight and obese adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials”. Our second article of the week comes from JAMA Network Open and is entitled “Performance of General Surgical Procedures in Outpatient Settings Before and After Onset of the COVID-19 Pandemic”.

In the second half of our episode, we bring a medical eye to popular events. We cover the role of continuous glucose monitors in managing diabetes, trends in maternal mortality, the connection between global warming and health, what to know about artificial sweeteners including erythritol, and more!

Please head to our website at 2minutemedicine.com to learn more and to access all of our content including medical study summaries, visual abstracts, excerpts from our Classics book series which is available on Amazon, and The Scan, which is our medical newsletter. To make sure that you don’t miss any of our content please subscribe and follow us on Twitter or Instagram @2minmed!

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Welcome to the 2 Minute Medicine® Podcast, summarizing the latest medical studies, curated and written by practicing physicians. On this podcast, twice a month, we cover the latest in healthcare news and research evidence.

We begin this episode by discussing our two articles of the week. Our first article of the week comes from the BMJ and is entitled ““Effect of a multifaceted antibiotic stewardship intervention to improve antibiotic prescribing for suspected urinary tract infections in frail older adults (ImpresU): pragmatic cluster randomised controlled trial in four European countries.” Our second article of the week comes from JAMA Network Open and is entitled “Antipsychotic Medication Use Among Older Adults Following Infection-Related Hospitalization.”

In the second half of our episode, we bring a medical eye to popular events. We cover the role of continuous glucose monitors in managing diabetes, trends in maternal mortality, the connection between global warming and health, what to know about artificial sweeteners including erythritol and more!

Please head to our website at 2minutemedicine.com to learn more and to access all of our content including medical study summaries, visual abstracts, excerpts from our Classics book series which is available on Amazon, and The Scan, which is our medical newsletter. To make sure that you don’t miss any of our content please subscribe and follow us on Twitter or Instagram @2minmed!

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Welcome to the 2 Minute Medicine® Podcast, summarizing the latest medical studies, curated and written by practicing physicians. On this podcast, twice a month, we cover the latest in healthcare news and research evidence.

We begin this episode by discussing our two articles of the week. Our first article of the week comes from The Lancet and is entitled “2 day versus 5 days of postoperative antibiotics for complex appendicitis: a pragmatic, open-label, multicentre, non-inferiority randomised trial.” Our second article of the week comes from Pediatrics and is entitled “Childhood abuse, intimate partner violence in young adulthood, and welfare receipt by midlife.”

In the second half of our episode, we bring a medical eye to popular events. We cover Mr. Beast's role in helping 1000 blind people see for the first time, Damar Hamlin's partnership with the American Heart Association following a football game where he required on-field CPR, the Ozempic shortage and topics such as social determinants of health and diversity in medicine in the context of Black History Month.

Please head to our website at 2minutemedicine.com to learn more and to access all of our content including medical study summaries, visual abstracts, excerpts from our Classics book series which is available on Amazon, and The Scan, which is our medical newsletter. To make sure that you don’t miss any of our content please subscribe and follow us on Twitter or Instagram @2minmed!

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Welcome to the 2 Minute Medicine® Podcast, summarizing the latest medical studies, curated and written by practicing physicians. On this podcast, twice a month, we cover the latest in healthcare news and research evidence.

We begin this episode by discussing our two articles of the week. Our first article of the week comes from JAMA network and is entitled “Evaluation of faculty parental leave policies at medical schools ranked by the US News and World Report in 2020.” Our second article of the week comes from the New England Journal of Medicine and is entitled “Psychosocial functioning in transgender youth after 2 years of hormones.”

In the second half of our episode, we bring a medical eye to popular events. We begin with a discussion about Sara Björk’s tumultuous endeavors with her former soccer club during her pregnancy and delve deeper into paid maternity leave and the effects it can have on infant and maternal health outcomes. Further, we take a closer look at ChatGPT and why it has been making headlines, discuss safe recommendations for alcohol consumption in light of Canada’s new drinking guidelines and cover the measles outbreak in Ohio and the impact that this disease has had globally!

Please head to our website at 2minutemedicine.com to learn more and to access all of our content including medical study summaries, visual abstracts, excerpts from our Classics book series which is available on Amazon, and The Scan, which is our medical newsletter. To make sure that you don’t miss any of our content please subscribe and follow us on Twitter or Instagram @2minmed!

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Welcome to the 2 Minute Medicine® Podcast, summarizing the latest medical studies, curated and written by practicing physicians. On this podcast, twice a month, we cover the latest in health care news and research evidence.

We begin this episode by discussing our two articles of the week, Our first article of the week comes from NEJM and is entitled “Lecanemab in early Alzheimer’s disease”. Our second article of the week comes from Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology and is entitled “Loneliness and the onset of new mental health problems in the general population”. In the second half of our episode, we bring a medical eye to popular events. We begin by discussing how the American Academy of Pediatrics recently published clinical guidelines to treat childhood obesity and recommends that pediatricians should “offer treatment options early and at the highest available intensity”. Then, we look at the importance of prioritizing mental health and Kristen Bell’s new role as a celebrity ambassador of a Telehealth company. Finally, we discuss XBB1.5, the omicron subvariant that has been making headlines, and conclude with a conversation about how to carefully choose the chocolate you consume!

Please head to our website at 2minutemedicine.com to learn more and to access all of our content including medical study summaries, visual abstracts, excerpts from our Classics book series which is available on Amazon, and The Scan, which is our medical newsletter. To make sure that you don’t miss any of our content please subscribe and follow us on Twitter or Instagram @2minmed!

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Welcome to the 2 Minute Medicine® Podcast, summarizing the latest medical studies, curated and written by practicing physicians. On this podcast, twice a month, we cover the latest in health care news and research evidence.

We begin this episode by discussing two articles of the week, Our first article of the week comes from NEJM and is entitled “Randomized Trial of Vaccines for Zaire Ebola virus Disease”. Our second article of the week comes from JAMA Pediatrics and is entitled “Myopericarditis after COVID-19 mRNA Vaccination Among Adolescents and Young Adults: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis”.

In the second half of our episode, we bring a medical eye to popular events. We begin by discussing how Chris Hemsworth, the actor best known for his role as Thor in the Marvel Universe, underwent genetic testing for his new docuseries Limitless and discovered that he has a genetic predisposition for Alzheimer’s Disease. Next, we take a look at key moments from the World Cup, focusing on the passing away of reporter Grant Wahl. In this section, we explore why aortic aneurysms are known as silent killers. Next, we take a closer look at how temperatures affect our heath and end the episode with a discussion about an HIV vaccine that is on the horizon.

Please head to our website at 2minutemedicine.com to learn more and to access all of our content including medical study summaries, visual abstracts, excerpts from our Classics book series which is available on Amazon, and The Scan, which is our medical newsletter. To make sure that you don’t miss any of our content please subscribe and follow us on Twitter or Instagram @2minmed!

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Welcome to the 2 Minute Medicine® Podcast, summarizing the latest medical studies, curated and written by practicing physicians. On this podcast, twice a month, we cover the latest in health care news and research evidence.

We begin this episode by discussing our article of the week from JAMA neurology which is entitled "Autoimmune Encephalitis Misdiagnosis in Adults". 

In the second half of our episode, we bring a medical eye to popular events. We begin by discussing a recent study conducted by the Mayo Clinic where artificial intelligence was successfully used to detect early signs of heart disease. We then take a look at the technology behind Neuralink, and conclude by discussing Celine Dion's recent diagnosis of Stiff-Persons Syndrome. 

Please head to our website at 2minutemedicine.com to learn more and to access all of our content including medical study summaries, visual abstracts, excerpts from our Classics book series which is available on Amazon, and The Scan, which is our medical newsletter. To make sure that you don’t miss any of our content please subscribe and follow us on Twitter or Instagram @2minmed!

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Welcome to the 2 Minute Medicine® Podcast, summarizing the latest medical studies, curated and written by practicing physicians. On this podcast, twice a month, we cover the latest in health care news and research evidence.

We begin this episode by discussing two articles of the week, Our first article of the week comes from JAMA and is entitled "Associations of cardiometabolic multimorbidity with all-cause and coronary heart disease mortality among black adults in the Jackson Heart Study". Our second article of the week comes from JAMA Neurology and is entitled “Association of hearing aids and cochlear implants with cognitive decline and dementia: A systematic review and meta-analysis.”

In the second half of our episode, we bring a medical eye to popular events. We begin by discussing antibiotic resistance and the current shortage of shortage medications. Then we discuss a recent announcement from the Cleveland Clinic and discuss whether healthcare providers should be billing insurance companies for messages on MyChart that require clinical expertise to answer. We end the episode by having a conversation about the causes of hearing loss and systemic consequences of volcano eruptions in light of Mauna Loa's first eruption in nearly 40 years!

Please head to our website at 2minutemedicine.com to learn more and to access all of our content including medical study summaries, visual abstracts, excerpts from our Classics book series which is available on Amazon, and The Scan, which is our medical newsletter. To make sure that you don’t miss any of our content please subscribe and follow us on Twitter or Instagram @2minmed!

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Welcome to the 2 Minute Medicine® Podcast, summarizing the latest medical studies, curated and written by practicing physicians. On this podcast, twice a month, we cover the latest in health care news and research evidence.

We begin this episode by discussing two articles of the week, “Single-dose psilocybin for a treatment-resistant episode of major depression” and “Short-course vs long-course antibiotic therapy for children with non-severe community-acquired pneumonia: A systematic review and meta-analysis”. In the second half of our episode, we bring a medical eye to popular events. We begin by discussing how Twitter implementing an $8 payment to obtain a verified profile impacted Eli Lilly and have a conversation about why Insulin is so expensive. We then delve deeper into IVF in light of Jennifer Aniston's recent interview, talk about why RSV and Influenza have been on the rise this year and end with a discussion about why the founder of Thernaos has been sentenced to 11 years in federal prison. 

Please head to our website at 2minutemedicine.com to learn more and to access all of our content including medical study summaries, visual abstracts, excerpts from our Classics book series which is available on Amazon, and The Scan, which is our medical newsletter. To make sure that you don’t miss any of our content please subscribe and follow us on Twitter or Instagram @2minmed!

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Welcome to the 2 Minute Medicine® Podcast, summarizing the latest medical studies, curated and written by practicing physicians. On this podcast, twice a month, we cover the latest in health care news and research evidence.

We begin this episode by discussing two articles of the week, "Family Planning, Fertility and Career Planning Among Female Oncologists"  from JAMA and "Resuscitation with intact versus clamped cord in late preterm and term neonates: A randomized controlled trial" from the Journal of Pediatrics. In the second half of our episode, we bring a medical eye to popular events. We begin by discussing Selena Gomez's journey battling Lupus and her kidney transplant, then we take a closer look at bipolar disorder, discuss the dangers of consuming ultra-processed foods and complete the episode with a conversation about key topics in men's health.

Please head to our website at 2minutemedicine.com to learn more and to access all of our content including medical study summaries, visual abstracts, excerpts from our Classics book series which is available on Amazon, and The Scan, which is our medical newsletter. To make sure that you don’t miss any of our content please subscribe and follow us on Twitter or Instagram @2minmed!

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Welcome to the 2 Minute Medicine® Podcast, summarizing the latest medical studies, curated and written by practicing physicians. On this podcast, twice a month, we cover the latest in health care news and research evidence.

We begin this episode by covering the journey that Selma Blair has been on while Dancing with the Stars and living with multiple sclerosis, introducing the head of lettuce that went viral for outlasting Liz Truss's time in office, discussing what Covid 19 has been doing to our cardiovascular health and sharing the full story of Emmanuel the Emu's Avian influenza scare. In the second half of the episode we discuss two articles of the week, "Trial of thrombectomy 6 to 24 hours after stroke due to basilar artery occlusion" from the NEJM and "Effect of financial incentives provided with UK stop smoking services on the cessation of smoking in pregnant women (CPIT-III)" from the BMJ.

Please head to our website at 2minutemedicine.com to learn more and to access all of our content including medical study summaries, visual abstracts, excerpts from our Classics book series which is available on Amazon, and The Scan, which is our medical newsletter. To make sure that you don’t miss any of our content please subscribe and follow us on Twitter or Instagram @2minmed!