ERJ Podcast January 2024: The microbiome in early life and childhood asthma
Extract As part of the January issue, the European Respiratory Journal presents the latest in its series of podcasts. Chief Editor James Chalmers interviews Early Career Editor Zhaozhong Zhu about the effects of the microbiome in early life on childhood asthma. (Source: European Respiratory Journal)
Source: European Respiratory Journal - February 5, 2024 Category: Respiratory Medicine Tags: Podcast Source Type: research

Podcast on Cross-speciality Perspectives on Practical Management of Atopic Dermatitis-Associated Ocular Surface Diseases
AbstractThere is a growing awareness among dermatology providers of ocular comorbidities in patients with the chronic inflammatory skin disease atopic dermatitis (AD). For example, the prevalence of ocular surface diseases (OSD) such as conjunctivitis is higher in patients with AD than in the general population, and the use of some AD treatments may be associated with OSD. In a recent review published in the  Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, dermatologists and ophthalmologists provided an overview of the different types, etiology, pathophysiology, and practical management of OSD associated with AD. This rev...
Source: Dermatology and Therapy - February 3, 2024 Category: Dermatology Source Type: research

The Evolving Role of PD-(L)1 Inhibition in Optimizing Outcomes for High-Risk Non-Muscle-Invasive Bladder Cancer (NMIBC): A Podcast
(Source: Advances in Therapy)
Source: Advances in Therapy - February 2, 2024 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research

On a remote Pacific island, clues to El Ni ño’s future are preserved in ancient reefs
Related podcast A new way for the heart and brain to ‘talk’ to each other, and Earth’s future weather written in ancient coral reefs BY Sarah Crespi , Kevin McLean , Paul Voosen Vanuatu— The 500 residents of Tanovusvus do not typically worry about water. The village hugs the coast of Espiritu Santo, the largest island here in Vanuatu, a tropical archipelago in the western South Pacific Ocean. The lush foliage that surroun...
Source: Science of Aging Knowledge Environment - February 1, 2024 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research

Everyone Is Listening: Podcasts as an Innovative Educational Approach in Graduate Level Education
CONCLUSION: Podcasts can be successfully incorporated into a didactic course as a content delivery modality and are an innovative strategy for engaging adult learners in an asynchronous, distance-friendly format while continuing to meet educational objectives. [J Nurs Educ. 2024;63(X):XXX-XXX.].PMID:38302098 | DOI:10.3928/01484834-20240122-01 (Source: The Journal of Nursing Education)
Source: The Journal of Nursing Education - February 1, 2024 Category: Nursing Authors: Sarah Gast Megan Shifrin Source Type: research

Podcast on Cross-speciality Perspectives on Practical Management of Atopic Dermatitis-Associated Ocular Surface Diseases
AbstractThere is a growing awareness among dermatology providers of ocular comorbidities in patients with the chronic inflammatory skin disease atopic dermatitis (AD). For example, the prevalence of ocular surface diseases (OSD) such as conjunctivitis is higher in patients with AD than in the general population, and the use of some AD treatments may be associated with OSD. In a recent review published in the  Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, dermatologists and ophthalmologists provided an overview of the different types, etiology, pathophysiology, and practical management of OSD associated with AD. This rev...
Source: Dermatology and Therapy - February 1, 2024 Category: Dermatology Source Type: research

1 in 4 Americans Lonelier Now Than Before Pandemic, APA Poll Finds
Experiencing consistent feelings of loneliness —defined as a lack of a meaningful or close relationship or sense of belonging—is common among U.S. adults, suggest the findings of APA’s latestHealthy Minds Monthly Poll. In early January, 30% of adults reported that they had experienced feelings of loneliness at least once a week over the past year, while 10% said they were lonely every day.Younger people were more likely to experience feelings of loneliness, the poll found. Thirty percent of respondents aged 18 to 34 reported that they were lonely every day or several times a week. Additionally, when asked how their f...
Source: Psychiatr News - January 30, 2024 Category: Psychiatry Tags: APA poll COVID-19 distraction exercise family friends loneliness pandemic social media substance use technology Source Type: research

Podcast on Identifying and Understanding Barriers to Care in Underserved Populations With MS in the United States
AbstractMultiple sclerosis (MS) can affect people from all racial and ethnic backgrounds, but, historically, the incidence of MS in the United States was thought to be highest in White individuals. More recent data suggest that the incidence of MS in Black or African American individuals is comparable to that in White individuals. In Hispanic or Latino individuals, incidence of MS is lower, but age of onset may be earlier compared with White individuals. Additionally, there are important differences in MS disease severity, disease progression, and mortality in Black or African American and Hispanic or Latino populations. C...
Source: Neurology and Therapy - January 14, 2024 Category: Neurology Source Type: research

A Podcast on the Use of CGM in Optimizing Type 2 Diabetes Management with Non-intensive Insulin Treatment in the Primary Care Setting
ConclusionThe podcast “The use of CGM in optimizing type 2 diabetes management with non-intensive insulin treatment in the primary care setting” highlights the transformative potential of CGM in type 2 diabetes care. It encourages patients and healthcare providers to consider CGM as an integral part of treatment plan s, ultimately improving the lives of those living with type 2 diabetes.Podcast Video (MP4 261831 KB) (Source: Diabetes Therapy)
Source: Diabetes Therapy - January 13, 2024 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research

IBD-PODCAST Spain: A Close Look at Current Daily Clinical Practice in IBD Management
ConclusionDespite a high rate of targeted immunomodulator therapy, a substantial proportion of IBD patients show suboptimal disease control according to the STRIDE II criteria. Those patients with suboptimal disease control exhibit impaired QoL, less work productivity, and higher HCRU, suggesting that there is considerable need for better treatment approaches in IBD. (Source: Digestive Diseases and Sciences)
Source: Digestive Diseases and Sciences - January 13, 2024 Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research

A Podcast on the Use of CGM in Optimizing Type 2 Diabetes Management with Non-intensive Insulin Treatment in the Primary Care Setting
ConclusionThe podcast “The use of CGM in optimizing type 2 diabetes management with non-intensive insulin treatment in the primary care setting” highlights the transformative potential of CGM in type 2 diabetes care. It encourages patients and healthcare providers to consider CGM as an integral part of treatment plan s, ultimately improving the lives of those living with type 2 diabetes.Podcast Video (MP4 261831 KB) (Source: Diabetes Therapy)
Source: Diabetes Therapy - January 13, 2024 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research

IBD-PODCAST Spain: A Close Look at Current Daily Clinical Practice in IBD Management
ConclusionDespite a high rate of targeted immunomodulator therapy, a substantial proportion of IBD patients show suboptimal disease control according to the STRIDE II criteria. Those patients with suboptimal disease control exhibit impaired QoL, less work productivity, and higher HCRU, suggesting that there is considerable need for better treatment approaches in IBD. (Source: Digestive Diseases and Sciences)
Source: Digestive Diseases and Sciences - January 13, 2024 Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research

Going Viral: How to Find & Engage Your Audience to Become a Podcast Celebrity
A panel of experts, including ACR on Air Host Jonathan Hausmann, MD, provided tips and insights into creating a podcast and engaging with an audience. (Source: The Rheumatologist)
Source: The Rheumatologist - January 9, 2024 Category: Rheumatology Authors: Natasha Yetman Tags: ACR Convergence Career Meeting Reports ACR Convergence 2023 ACR on Air podcast Source Type: research

Cancer Survivorship at Stanford Cancer Institute
AbstractThe Stanford Cancer Survivorship Program is a key initiative of Stanford Cancer Institute. The program ’s mission is to improve the experience and outcomes of patients and family caregivers throughout all phases of the cancer trajectory by advancing survivorship research, clinical care, and education. The four pillars of the program include clinical care delivery with a focus on primary care–surv ivorship collaboration and expanding specialty services, education and training of healthcare professionals, transdisciplinary patient-oriented research, and community engagement. Cross-cutting areas of expertise inclu...
Source: Journal of Cancer Survivorship - January 6, 2024 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research