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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.

The Dose

Some wellness clinics in Canada are promoting IV vitamin and hydration therapy as a way to ease hangovers, migraines, and even prevent illness and inflammation. But Bernie Garrett, UBC associate professor and author of a book on deceptive health care, says there’s little evidence these treatments actually work.

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What do I need to know about IV hydration and vitamin therapy?

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 explains what the data shows about how severe this year might be, as well as how Canadians can protect themselves.

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How can we protect ourselves from fall and winter respiratory viruses?

The Trump administration has claimed Tylenol in pregnancy causes autism, despite no conclusive evidence, and promoted the drug leucovorin as a potential treatment for autism symptoms. Pediatric neurologist Dr. Evdokia Anagnostou breaks down the science and what’s really known about these claims.

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What does the evidence tell us about Tylenol, leucovorin, and autism?

The internet is full of hype for products claiming to boost mood, reduce fatigue, and enhance sexual performance—including testosterone supplements. Low testosterone can affect both men and women, but OB/GYN Dr. George Arnold says supplements rarely raise hormone levels; only prescribed testosterone can.

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What might testosterone replacement therapy mean for me?

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 digital screen that's too close for too long and can lead to headaches, dry or blurry eyes, and neck, shoulder or back pain. Optometrist Meenal Agarwal says simple habits like taking regular breaks can help prevent CVS.

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How can I reduce my risk of computer vision syndrome?

GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic are proven effective for type 2 diabetes and weight management. Researchers are now exploring their potential to reduce heart, kidney, liver, and even Alzheimer’s disease risks. But experts, including obesity specialist Dr. Sean Wharton, warn against off-label use. He breaks down the latest research and what the future might hold.

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What does the latest research say about the benefits of GLP-1 drugs?

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 latest ideas on what exercise does to your brain, whether or not psychedelics can treat depression, why your body fights weight loss, and more. 

In this episode: You’re just one exam away from a relaxing spring break. But you still have so much to study! You decide to follow in the footsteps of many before you, and pull an all-nighter. So, what happens to your brain when you stay up all night? And does cramming help you prepare for a test? Science journalist Anna Rothschild explores how a sleepless night affects your cognitive function. And host Dr. Shoshanna Ungerleider delves into the effects of sleep deprivation on other aspects of your health–starting with the heart. 

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BONUS: TED Health: What staying up all night does to your brain

As a growing number of Canadians use AI, physician groups like the Ontario Medical Association are warning against using it for medical help. Family physician Dr. Danielle Martin explains how AI chatbots can be useful, but risky when it comes to personal medical advice.

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What should I know about asking ChatGPT for health advice?

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, we explore what the research shows about the benefits of creatine supplements, as well what we can do now to live longer and healthier.

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, we explore how women can have better sex, as well as how heat affects women's bodies.

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The Dose Summer Special: Women's health

The question of how COVID-19 spread to humans has been circulating widely this week. One theory making the rounds is that the deadly virus originated and escaped from a lab in China. It gained steam when U.S. President Donald Trump validated the idea, saying China could face consequences if it is “knowingly responsible" The Wuhan Institute of Virology has dismissed the notion. So where did the deadly virus begin and how did that rumour start? Today on The Dose Dr. Goldman is joined by Professor Jason Kindrachuk, an Assistant Professor and Canada Research Chair in the Department of Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases,at the University of Manitoba, to tackle the question: 'Is there any truth to rumours that the coronavirus came from a lab in China?’

The Dose Fact vs Fiction: Is there any truth to the rumour that the coronavirus escaped from a lab in China?

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