In this episode Hank talks about global medical history and recorded death certificates with journalist Jeremy Smith. Special guest from Animal Wonders and SciShow Kids Jessi Knudsen Castañeda brings Freya the Northern Pine Snake.

A species of ant has been discovered to rescue and tend to the battle wounds of other ants injured while hunting, and scientists think that this is the first time this behavior has ever been observed in insects.

Modern medicine is in danger of losing a powerful, old-fashioned tool: human touch. Physician and writer Abraham Verghese describes our strange new world where patients are merely data points, and calls for a return to the traditional...

Every two seconds, someone in the world has a stroke. One out of every six people will have a stroke at some point in their lives. Strokes deprive brain cells of oxygen and are one of the most common causes of death, and a leading cause...

We may not be as deeply divided as we think -- at least when it comes to health, says Rebecca Onie. In a talk that cuts through the noise, Onie shares research that shows how, even across economic, political and racial divides, Americans...

__How can you plan the end of your life? Death Panels! Got your attention, right? Well, although we're going to discuss death panels a little, they're not real. What are real are advance directives, and those are the topic of this week's...

GMOs. Vaccines. Death Panels. There are a lot of "beliefs" circulating about a wide variety of health policy issues. Luckily, these are all pretty well researched areas. Thanks to thorough investigations, we can conclude with certainty...

The island of Kyushu claims a long history of trade and interaction with Europe, evident in the numerous churches on the island, and with Korea and China, which has made the locals far more open to foreigners than other Japanese. It’s...

Howcast - Learn what health conditions a chiropractor does not treat from Dr. Karen Erickson in this Howcast video.

Howcast - Learn how to keep your pet sugar glider healthy with preventative veterinary care from veterinarian Anthony Pilny in this Howcast video.

Howcast -Eating food contaminated with the salmonella bacteria is the most common way to be infected. Learn what symptoms and causes to look for to determine if this bacteria is what's making you sick.

See what went into Kinley Rose's incredible procedure and how trust was a key factor.

See what went into this incredible procedure and how trust was a key factor.

This 15-month-old cub broke her femur a little over a year ago, but just look at her now.

See what went into Kinley Rose's incredible procedure and how trust was a key factor.

Pupil outcome: I can explain what human rights are, examine what happens when these rights are abused and identify who is responsible for protecting them. Key learning points: - There are several important documents which set out our...

Pupil outcome: I can explain the contribution charities, NGOs and groups make in our community. Key learning points: - Charities address community needs, focusing on helping people, the environment and animals. - NGOs offer humanitarian...

While Pennhurst had some dedicated doctors and staff, medical care quality varied significantly. Residents had limited access to specialists, and routine care often fell short. Additionally, the institution heavily relied on medication...

This video introduces the community workers who help keep people and animals healthy, including doctors, school nurses, pharmacists, dentists, and veterinarians. Learn how each of these professionals provides care, from checkups and...

BLACK MAMBA vs GREEN MAMBA! Today we're in Deland, FL with Karl and Mara milking some of the world's deadliest and most widely feared snakes. It's time for Coyote's final snake milking with the Deadliest Job in America - Snake Milker!...

Elder care is an extremely common IELTS topic in both Speaking and Writing! You need band 9 topic-specific vocabulary so you can avoid repetition and discuss this topic in a respectful way that will earn you the score you need.

Jessi shares 5 ways to tell if your bird might be sick. Featuring lots of the birds at Animal Wonders (that aren't sick, just happy to join in the fun of the day)

The way we pay for medical care isn't like any other kind of transaction--and healthcare companies can use that leverage to get as much money from you as possible!

Immigrants and Migration analyzes how political, environmental, social, and economic factors cause people to move from place to place by defining the terms migration and immigrants.