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The Dose
A weekly look at the health news that matters to you. Dr. Brian Goldman brings you the best science from top experts in plain language. He cuts through the BS and confusion to give you a dose of smart advice that you won’t find anywhere else. New episodes every Thursday.
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How can we protect ourselves from fall and winter respiratory viruses?
It’s respiratory virus season again, and experts say to look out for the flu, COVID-19 and RSV. Infectious diseases specialist Dr. Allison McGeer expl...
What does the evidence tell us about Tylenol, leucovorin, and autism?
The Trump administration has claimed Tylenol in pregnancy causes autism, despite no conclusive evidence, and promoted the drug leucovorin as a potenti...
What might testosterone replacement therapy mean for me?
The internet is full of hype for products claiming to boost mood, reduce fatigue, and enhance sexual performance—including testosterone supplements. L...
How can I reduce my risk of computer vision syndrome?
An estimated 70 per cent of people have experienced computer vision syndrome (CVS), or digital eye strain. It's a condition caused by staring at a dig...
What does the latest research say about the benefits of GLP-1 drugs?
GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic are proven effective for type 2 diabetes and weight management. Researchers are now exploring their potential to reduce heart...
BONUS: TED Health: What staying up all night does to your brain
TED Health is a podcast from TED that shares interviews, stories, and TED Talks that will help you better understand your health. You can learn the la...
What should I know about asking ChatGPT for health advice?
As a growing number of Canadians use AI, physician groups like the Ontario Medical Association are warning against using it for medical help. Family p...
The Dose Summer Special: Super-aging
The Dose is still on summer break, but we've curated some of our most popular episodes to make your summer a little healthier. In this double-episode,...
The Dose Summer Special: Women's health
The Dose is still on summer break, but we've curated some of our most popular episodes to make your summer a little healthier. In this double-episode,...
What do I need to know about high-potency cannabis?
Recreational cannabis has become increasingly potent since Canada legalized it in 2018. That means intense and longer-lasting highs. Psychiatrist Dr....
How does poor air quality affect my health?
Wildfire smoke can feel unavoidable during summer in Canada, and that's on top of the air pollution that most cities experience during warmer months....
What can I do now to live longer and healthier?
To live longer, healthier lives, we need to eat a balanced diet, get enough exercise and sleep, and go easy on the alcohol. While the solutions are si...
BONUS: Just Asking: The therapeutic potential of psychedelic drugs
Just Asking, hosted by Saroja Coelho, takes audience questions about major news and trends, then invites experts to give you the answers needed to mak...
How do cosmetics affect my skin health?
Cosmetics are a big business. But while many brands promise to beautify and rejuvenate, it's not always clear whether their makeup products and creams...
How long can I live with advanced prostate cancer?
Former U.S. president Joe Biden's advanced prostate cancer has raised some questions, like how it could have gone undiagnosed for so long, and what th...
I’m young and fit. Why should I care about varicose veins?
We think of varicose veins as something that happens mostly to older people. It turns out the slow-moving condition usually begins at a much younger a...
Why are my allergies getting worse?
Seasonal allergy sufferers who've noticed their symptoms getting worse aren't imagining things. Due mostly to the effects of climate change, but also...
What do we know about methylene blue?
A new miracle cure-all has been making the rounds on social media, promising that people who take methylene blue can improve their mood and cognition....
What do we know about autism and what questions should we be asking?
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. recently spoke of an autism "epidemic" when he announced "a massive testing and research effort" to invest...
Why do we smell (and how concerned should we be about it)?
Whole-body deodorants are the latest fad designed to mask our scent, but not everyone agrees that body odour is a bad thing. Sarah Everts, Carleton Un...
What do I need to know about the federal government's role in health care?
Much of the federal election campaign’s focus has been on the U.S. But health care is always on the minds of Canadians. So what are the federal govern...
What do I need to know about tattoo health risks?
A third of Canadians have at least one tattoo, but it's not without risk. While uncommon, tattoos can cause allergies and infections. Some studies hav...
How do I deal with stress in situations I can’t fully control?
Nearly half of Canadians have experienced increased anxiety over the last month, according to a new survey from Mental Health Research Canada. Top rea...
What do I need to know about benzodiazepines?
It’s a stressful world out there. And one way some people quiet it down is taking medications like Lorazepam, Xanax, or Valium. They're called Benzodi...
What do women need to know about hair loss?
Hair loss, also known as alopecia, affects roughly 40 per cent of women by the age of 50, and some research suggests the number increases post-menopau...
What does the research show about the benefits of creatine supplements?
Creatine is a naturally occurring compound that provides energy to our muscles and brain, but it also comes in supplement form. It's long been used by...
What do I need to know right now about measles?
Measles is on the rise, highlighting how a disease considered eliminated in Canada is making a comeback. Though there have long been sporadic cases, r...
How does nicotine affect cognition and what's the risk?
Many smokers turn to nicotine gums, patches or lozenges to try and kick the habit. But now, experts say that some non-smokers are using those products...
What do I need to know about this year’s flu season?
If you're noticing people around you sniffling, coughing or sneezing, it could well be the flu. Public health data show that flu cases make up almost...
How does chocolate make me healthier?
Chocolate isn't just a sweet treat, but could have some health benefits too. In a special Valentine's Day edition of The Dose, registered dietitian An...
What do I need to know about HPV and the HPV vaccine?
HPV (human papillomavirus) is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections in the world, regardless of gender or sexual orientation. While m...
How can I spot and deal with health and science misinformation?
A new Canadian Medical Association survey suggests that health misinformation is on the rise. Law professor and research director of the Health Law In...
How can I cut back or even quit drinking alcohol?
The U.S. surgeon general has called for cancer warnings on alcohol and Health Canada suggests a maximum of two drinks a week. As Dry January winds dow...
What do I need to know about HMPV?
Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) is one of the viruses responsible for the common cold. A spike in cases in China has made headlines, though the World Hea...
What do I need to know about norovirus?
Cases of norovirus, a stomach bug that causes vomiting and diarrhea, are on the rise in Canada and the U.S., and experts say there are easy steps we c...
What's the best exercise for depression?
For many, winter weather means seasonal affective disorder. If you already live with depression, you might notice your symptoms worsen. Research now s...
How can we reduce the negative effects of social media on kids' health?
Experts say that frequent use of social media is harming teens’ health, and the Australian government recently passed a law banning it for kids under...
How concerned should I be about avian flu?
H5N1 avian flu has now spread through dairy herds in 16 U.S. states. Close to 60 human cases have been reported in the U.S. and one here in Canada wit...
What's the risk of drinking raw milk?
California is issuing warnings about consuming raw milk after bird flu was detected in some samples from a farm's milk products . But proponents of un...
What should I know about fluoridated drinking water?
Some communities in the U.S. are debating whether to remove fluoride from water supplies. And it's also happening in Canada. Officials recently voted...