Sleep apnea is a condition that can cause a lot of problems. It is also easily treatable. But there can be barriers to care for a number of reasons. This week, Aaron tells the story of his own diagnosis with sleep apnea, and the hurdles...

This video explains the basic anatomy, physiology, and mechanics behind a heart attack, also known as a myocardial infarction. It discusses how the heart works, the role of the coronary arteries, and the symptoms and treatment of a heart...

Dan Skovronsky, President of Lilly Research Laboratories and Chief Scientific Officer for Eli Lilly and Company gives us a peek into the drug discovery and development process specifically focused on Alzheimer's detection and research.

This video discusses three ways in which scientists can display and analyze data to identify patterns and relationships within the data. The first method is using bar charts to quantify and compare different categories of data, which can...

Oil has a lot of star power. We use it in pretty much everything that we cook, from fresh salads to fried foods. But is oil the hero or the villain in our diets?

Some of our most popular HCT episodes have been about food. Or, rather, they've been about the science and research behind food, and the recommendations groups make about what you should, or shouldn't eat.

Having talked a lot about diseases caused by pathogens, and the breakthroughs with antibiotics and vaccines to address them, it's time to check out some other maladies that are more directly related to human physiology. Let's start with...

It’s known as The Silent Killer – blood pressure is one of the world’s growing killers – especially in countries like China where Western diets and a growing lack of exercise are beginning to take their toll. We travel to Beijing to join...

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Cholesterol! For decades it's been demonized as the reason so many people have heart disease. We 've been watching it, and avoiding it like the plague.

What To Avoid When Taking Metformin | Drug Interactions | Pharmacology



Metformin is a medication used to reduce or lower blood glucose levels. Metformin is used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes and polycystic ovary...

Why is it important to eat healthy and exercise? If you don't, you might end up with a cardiovascular disease. These diseases are conditions that affect your heart and blood vessels. The job of your cardiovascular system is to transport...

Research has found that being fit can lead to a longer life, and that being sedentary is even deadlier than some diseases.

Americans seem very afraid of cancer. Much of this fear is legitimate. Cancer is a significant cause of death. Unlike other causes, it often seems to come out of nowhere. It's the "silent killer". But evidence increasingly argues that...

A simple explainer video about the leading cause of death worldwide: heart disease. We explain what it is occurs, how it is diagnosed, the symptoms and how it is managed. We hope this video will be helpful to you and those you care about.

This video discusses the causes and treatments for heart disease, focusing on coronary heart disease and high blood pressure. It explains how fatty deposits in the arteries can lead to reduced blood flow to the heart, and the role of...

People are getting fatter, especially in poor countries. If current trends continue, there will be more obese children than undernourished ones by 2022.

Vitamin D Deficiency (Part 2) | Hyperparathyroidism, Clinical Features (ex. Osteoporosis), Diagnosis, Treatment



This is part 2 in a series on Vitamin D deficiency. In this lesson, we continue with our discussion on Vitamin D...

This is an introduction to the topic of atherosclerosis and heart disease, specifically a new line of thinking in this field.



The old school thinking is that dietary fat is the culprit for heart disease. But...

Cancer, heart disease, Alzheimer's -- why do some diseases still plague us? And can we cure them?

This is a video about the State of Global Health. Dr Greg Martin talks about a few of the major issues that need to be addressed.

Eat your greens and exercise. Whilst these tips are good, they're not exactly revolutionary, so here's 10 health tips that might just shock you.

This video discusses the impact of food advertising on children and teens, highlighting the techniques used by advertisers to persuade kids to buy unhealthy food products. It emphasizes the importance of being aware of these techniques...