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For parents of special needs children, I honor you today.I witness your strength every day in clinic.You rise to meet challenges that many cannot begin to imagine, truly. You navigate medical appointments, therapy sessions, school meetings, and the unpredictable rhythms that come with raising a child with special needs.Often without pause, without …
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Dr. M’s Women and Children First Podcast #97 Paul Offit, MD – Vaccines – What Do We Know in 2025 Part 2?
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44:56Welcome back to Dr. M’s Women & Children First, where we explore the front lines of children’s health and what matters most for our families.Today I’m honored to bring you Dr. Paul A. Offit, the Director of the Vaccine Education Center and Professor of Pediatrics in the Division of Infectious Diseases at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. He also…
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Dr. M’s SPA Newsletter Volume 15 Issue 18
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12:53Breastmilk is DynamicCellular and transcriptional diversity over the course of human lactationThis recent 2022 paper in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences by Dr. Nyqiust and colleagues is a site for sore eyes.It offers a remarkable, high-resolution portrait of how the cellular landscape of human breast milk (hBM) shifts over time. …
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Dr. M’s Women and Children First Podcast #96 Joel Warsh, MD Vaccines – What Do We Know in 2025?
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1:12:46Welcome back to Dr. M’s Women and Children First podcast where we look at the world of Women and Children's Health through an anthropological lens with the humble understanding that we have a lot to learn.Today, I’m joined by Dr. Joel “Dr. Gator” Warsh, a pediatrician, author, and advocate for a whole-child approach to healthcare. Dr. Warsh earned …
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Dr. M’s SPA Newsletter Volume 15 Issue 17
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16:13Inflammaging from a Population ViewIn a landmark study published in Nature Aging on July 7, 2025, researchers challenge a cornerstone of modern gerontology by showing that inflammaging, chronic, age-associated low-grade inflammation, is not universal across all human populations. The abstract states the following: "Inflammaging, an age-associated i…
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A Rooted Approach to Modern Medicine: The Vision ForwardMy emerging and chronically iterating philosophy of medicine is a rising structural entity rooted between ancient healing wisdom and modern scientific insight. It is layered with root cause immunometabolomic thinking and built upon anthropological foundations. As a pediatrician, educator, and …
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Dr. M’s Women and Children First Podcast #95 – Sanjay Bhorjaj, MD – Living Longer and Klotho
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1:10:21Today’s guest is Dr. Sanjay Bhojraj, a powerful voice at the crossroads of advanced interventional cardiology and root-cause wellness. Dr. Bhojraj is board-certified in Cardiovascular Diseases and Interventional Cardiology, and one of only a small number of interventional cardiologists in the United States who is also certified in Functional Medici…
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Dr. M’s SPA Newsletter Volume 15 Issue 15
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13:05Systemic Maternal Inflammation and Neurodevelopment: The Role of IL-6 and IFN-γ in Autism Spectrum DisorderI just returned from Estes Park, Colorado where I presented a lecture on the Growing Brain/Mind - a tour through the underpinnings of childhood neurological changes that we call Autism. The timing is perfect for this article to be written.In a…
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Dr. M’s Women and Children First Podcast #94 – Melinda Elliott, MD – Feeding the Infants
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1:21:22Today, we explore the intersections of cutting-edge science, compassionate care, and the future of pediatric and maternal health with Dr. Melinda Elliott, MD, FAAP, a leading neonatologist and the Chief Medical Officer at Prolacta Bioscience. Dr. Elliott has dedicated her career to advancing the care of our most vulnerable patients, premature and m…
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Dr. M’s SPA Newsletter Volume 15 Issue 14
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12:34As I have told many of my patients, I would write immediately when NC sees its first Measles case.Well, North Carolina has its first measles case: The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services has confirmed a case of measles in a child who was visiting Forsyth and Guilford counties. The child became ill while traveling to NC from anoth…
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Dr. M’s SPA Newsletter Volume 15 Issue 13
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11:15Literature Review1) An exciting phase three trial with the CETP inhibitor Obicetrapib has shown serious promise for ASCVD and Alzheimer's Disease (AD). "In BROADWAY, a pre-specified AD sub-study was designed to assess plasma AD biomarkers in patients enrolled in the BROADWAY trial and evaluated the effects of longer duration of therapy (12 months) …
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Dr. M’s Women and Children First Podcast #93 – Lisa Danahy, MS, C-IAYT, YACEP – Calming the Next Generation
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1:01:20Today’s guest is Lisa Danahy, a powerhouse in the world of yoga therapy, trauma-informed education, and social-emotional learning. With over three decades of experience as a school administrator, curriculum designer, and wellness educator, Lisa brings a rare blend of clinical insight, compassion, and practical tools to help children and the adults …
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There is a quiet truth written in the tomes of family life that science keeps confirming over and over. It’s worth pausing to reflect on.A warm bond between a father and child lights a path toward a steady, grounded adulthood. Studies show kids with an emotionally present dad, someone who’s there with a hug or a knowing nod, are less likely to stum…
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Dr. M’s Women and Children First Podcast #92 – Kristin Jones, OT – A Therapists View of the World Today
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1:25:33\Welcome back to Dr. M’s Women and Children First podcast where we look at the world of Women and Children's Health through an anthropological lens with the humble understanding that we have a lot to learn.Today, we’re honored to welcome Kristin Jones, a seasoned occupational therapist from Mooresville, North Carolina, whose career reflects both de…
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Heat Exhaustion Prevention and AwarenessIt is that time of year in many parts of the country. Planning ahead of an event or extended time out in the heat is very important especially as we age or while pregnant.Summer break does not end the competitive athletics. Kids of all ages are playing sports during the heat of the day all over the country th…
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Today, I’m diving into a fascinating article by Scott Zimmerman and Russel J. Reiter, titled Melatonin and the Optics of the Human Body, published in Melatonin Research (2019). This piece flips the script on what we thought we knew about melatonin, light, and how our bodies interact with the sun’s rays. It’s a game-changer, especially for how we th…
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Dr. M’s Women and Children First Podcast #91 – Vic Gatto, MBA – Elevate Health 2050
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1:22:57I’m thrilled to bring you a conversation with a visionary leader whose work is reshaping healthcare innovation—Vic Gatto.Vic is the driving force behind Elevate Health 2050, a bold initiative exploring the transformative potential of Web3, AI, and biotech to redefine healthcare’s future, with a special focus on accessibility and impact—areas that t…
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Itaconate, what is it and why does it matter?Science Heavy - skip to the bold for take home if you want to avoid the science.The biggest takeaway from this complex science is this: High fat, high sugar diets (Ultra Processed Foods) are associated with decreased itaconate activity and increased inflammation. The science further answers the question …
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Dr. M’s Women and Children First Podcast #13 Repost – Dr. Peter Rowe, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Long Covid
Welcome to Dr. M's Women and Children First, where we dive into the latest insights on health and wellness for women and children. Today, we’re honored to have Dr. Peter Rowe, a world-renowned expert from Johns Hopkins University, joining us to unravel the complexities of chronic fatigue. Dr. Peter Rowe is a Professor of Pediatrics at the Johns Hop…
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Let's dive into articles that have been critical to understanding type 2 diabetes and Insulin Resistance: the Ominous Octet and now the Egregious Eleven from the BMC Medicine paper and the 2009 Diabetes paper by Dr. Ralph DeFronzo. Peter Attia recently interviewed Dr. Defronzo and I am on listen #3 because it is so good and yet incredibly complicat…
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This is such an important topic to cover, even for a pediatrician. Dementia!This problem is slated to exponentially worsen in the coming decades. And it starts at birth!In the intricate landscape of Alzheimer's disease (AD), emerging research underscores a pivotal yet under explored facet for the why?, the brain's energy immunometabolism. A recent…
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Dr. M’s Women and Children First Podcast #90 – Kevin Boyd, DDS – Sugar, Oxygen and Neonatal Development
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1:20:31Welcome to Dr. M’s Women and Children First Podcast, where we explore groundbreaking approaches to health and wellness for women and children. Today, we’re honored to introduce Dr. Kevin Boyd, DDS, MSc, a board-certified pediatric dentist and a trailblazer in the field of evolutionary oral medicine. With an illustrious career spanning over three de…
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Picture this, a tiny, 30 nm, relentless RNA virus named norovirus slips into your life, uninvited, and turns your gut into a battlefield. It’s not the flu. Forget that “stomach flu” misnomer. It’s a Caliciviridae family member, a nonenveloped, single-stranded RNA ninja that thrives in making chaos. As a pediatrician, I’ve seen it wreak havoc in kid…
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What is measles - a refresher?Measles is a serious, highly contagious and potentially deadly viral infection. It is caused by an RNA paramyxovirus. It is spread by contact with droplets from an infected person's nose, mouth or throat. Sneezing and coughing can aerosolize the droplets and increase the range of infectious spread. Symptoms usually dev…
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Dr. M’s Women and Children First Podcast #89 – Trenna Sutcliffe, MD – Autism and Development
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1:30:02Today we are joined by a remarkable guest, Dr. Trenna Sutcliffe, a board-certified developmental-behavioral pediatrician and the founder of the Sutcliffe Clinic in the San Francisco Bay Area. Her educational history is impressive. She completed her undergraduate education in Molecular Biology and Medical Genetics followed by a masters degree in Bio…
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Literature Review1) Microplastics in the Brain - From Science Advances: "Human health is being threatened by environmental microplastic (MP) pollution. MPs were detected in the bloodstream and multiple tissues of humans, disrupting the regular physiological processes of organs. Nanoscale plastics can breach the blood-brain barrier, leading to neuro…
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Klotho Protein and LongevityI am reposting this information from last year because it is going to stay on my mind and I would like everyone to be aware of this peptide and the future of healing and what we can do now to be healthy. The science here is one part fascinating, one part complicated and equal parts necessary.Ok, it is time for a potentia…
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Dr. M’s Women and Children First Podcast #88 – Michael Collins – Sugar Addiction
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1:00:51Today we’re tackling a topic that hits close to home for so many of us, sugar addiction and its impact on our kids and ourselves.We’ve got an incredible guest joining us: Michael Collins, the author of The Last Resort Sugar Detox Guide: Learn How To Quickly and Easily Detox from Sugar and Stop Cravings Completely. Michael is a former sugar addict w…
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Some Key Literature Review Studies from Year 14This is a bit of a long newsletter. That is intentional. This will be a repository for some of the best research for us to look back on from time to time this coming year to solidify the learning moving forward.1) Time restricted eating patterns are known to help physiology and metabolism by initiating…
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Dr. M’s Women and Children First Podcast #87 – Tasha Stoiber, PhD
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1:02:40Welcome back to Women and Children First, where we dive into the science, policies, and practices that shape the health of our families and communities. Today, we are honored to have Dr. Tasha Stoiber, a leading scientist at the Environmental Working Group (EWG), whose work is at the forefront of protecting public health from environmental contamin…
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Dr. M’s SPA Newsletter Volume 14 Issue 52
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17:40Here are 20 takeaways from year 14 of the SPA Newsletter1) Diet significantly impacts respiratory health – Reducing processed foods and increasing anti-inflammatory nutrients can help manage asthma and allergies.2) Consistent sleep routines improve cognitive function – Children who maintain a regular sleep schedule have better emotional regulation,…
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Dr. M’s Women and Children First Podcast #Redo #2 – Ken Cook
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1:05:11Today, I’m thrilled to repost the conversation with Ken Cook, President and Co-Founder of the Environmental Working Group, a powerhouse built to protect human health and the planet. For over 30 years, he’s been a leading voice challenging industrial agriculture, flawed U.S. food policies, and the toxic threats facing families—especially women and k…
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Dr. M’s SPA Newsletter Volume 14 Issue 51
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15:23Here is an article that I wrote for Rupa Fullscript in order to lay the ground work for effective preventative medicine. In order to get a longer runway to preventing disease, targeted lab screening is becoming very important.Classical medical training often relies on a traditional, binary approach to patient care: either a disease is present, or i…
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Dr. M’s Women and Children First Podcast #86 – Joe Pizzorrno, ND
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1:13:34Welcome to Dr. M's Women and Children First, the podcast where we dive deep into the science of health, wellness, and prevention—especially for women, children, and families. Today, we have a truly special guest, Dr. Joe Pizzorno.Dr. Joe Pizzorno is a world-renowned leader in functional and naturopathic medicine, a trailblazer in environmental heal…
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Dr. M’s Women and Children First Podcast #14 Repost- Richard Johnson MD – Nature Wants Us to Be Fat
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59:15This is a repost of the most listened to podcast with Richard J. Johnson, M.D.. Dr. Johnson is the Tomas Berl Professor of Medicine and the Chief of the Renal Division and Hypertension at the University of Colorado since 2008. A graduate of the University of Wisconsin, Madison, with a major in Anthropology, and a graduate of the University of Minne…
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Dr. M’s SPA Newsletter Volume 14 Issue 50
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14:04"Life forms on our planet have evolved under the strong influence of a daily light/dark cycle. Sunlight being the primary source of energy for photosynthesis, the daily production of photosynthetic biomass has a predictable diurnal rhythm. The daily cyclical production of photosynthesized chemical energy is at the base of the food chain. Daily chan…
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Dr. M’s SPA Newsletter Volume 14 Issue 49
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10:23Over the next few weeks, I will be doing a deeper dive into the world of eczema or atopic dermatitis. In the greek language where we derive many of our medical terms, eczema is spelled ἔκζεμα or ékzema which means to bubble up. This weeks podcast guest is Dr. Ana Maria Temple, an expert in eczema. We go all over the place in the pod and it is so wo…
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Dr. M’s Women and Children First Podcast #85 – Lily Nichols RD
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1:19:53Welcome back to Dr. M’s Women and Children First Podcast, where we dive deep into the latest research and expert insights on health, nutrition, and optimizing well-being. Today, we sit down with an influential voice in prenatal and fertility nutrition, Lily Nichols, RD.Lily is a registered dietitian, researcher, and best-selling author known for he…
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Holidays and ConnectionThe Christmas and winter holiday season is a unique time to sit back reflect on the past year. To behold the timeless beauty of life. The shared time offers us an opportunity to pause and connect with those who matter or should matter most in our lives. I love the bathroom plaque that says at the end of life it won't matter w…
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Dr. M’s Women and Children First Podcast #84 – Francis Koster Ed.D
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1:08:22Today, we have an extraordinary guest joining us—Dr. Francis Koster, a man who has spent decades uncovering the invisible forces that shape our environment and, ultimately, our health.Dr. Koster is the founder of Pollution Detectives, an initiative that combines data-driven science, community collaboration, and advocacy to address environmental iss…
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Dr. M’s SPA Newsletter Volume 14 Issue 47
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13:02Sulfurophane and health - It is clear now that SFN stands out as a powerhouse phytochemical with profound effects on human health through the pathway of nurclear factor erythroid related 2 (NRF2). It is found abundantly in cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, broccolini, kale, and brussels sprouts. SFN is a bioactive compound with impressive cl…
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Dr. M’s SPA Newsletter Volume 14 Issue 46
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14:18Lymphatics - RefresherLymphatics - a plumbing system that follows the circulatory system throughout the body including the brain where it is called the glymphatics. The function of these passively moving tubes is to transport fats around the body, clear cellular debris returning it to the liver and spleen, move fluid in and out of tissue to maintai…
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Dr. M’s SPA Newsletter Audiocast Volume 14 Issue 45
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16:00VaccinesIn the coming months, I am going to take a deeper look at vaccines. I am fielding lots of questions in the office about the safety of vaccines. People are scared. Are they wrong? Should they be?Let me start here: first off, I am solidly pro vaccine. That is not the same as to be in agreement with the current vaccine schedule or that vaccine…
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Dr. M’s Women and Children First Podcast #83 – Ana Maria Temple, MD
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1:22:14Dr. Ana-Maria Temple, MD, is an integrative pediatrician known for her whole child approach to children's health. She studied medicine at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine before pursuing pediatric residency training at Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. In 2017, Dr. Temple further specialized by completin…
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Dr. M’s SPA Newsletter Audiocast Volume 14 Issue 44
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13:09Treatment - sometimes it is just better to watch and wait.Warts are a common ailment of childhood. Mostly a nuisance, sometimes a hindrance to function when located on the fingers and or areas of high use. There are two major types of wart type skin lesions - typical verrucous warts and molluscum contagiosum.Google has great molluscum and wart Imag…
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Dr. M’s Women and Children First Podcast #82 – Megan Lyons, DCN, MBA
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1:15:31Megan Lyons, is a distinguished expert in personalized nutrition and wellness, with over a decade of experience in the field. As the founder of The Lyons’ Share Wellness, she has dedicated more than 14,000 hours to one-on-one nutrition consulting, assisting clients with diverse goals such as weight loss, overcoming emotional eating, managing thyroi…
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Finding a relational balance with any person or persons can be a struggle if one side of the relationship dyad has a strong need for a gain to feel safe or whole. For example, a parent in a poor quality marriage or with significant childhood wounding may turn to the child for happiness and love when it is missing otherwise. A child in turn being yo…
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Dr. M’s Women and Children First Podcast #81 – John Wherry, PhD – Covid, What Did We Learn?
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36:10Today, we are honored to have Dr. E. John Wherry, a leading expert in the field of immunology, joining us. Dr. Wherry is the Chair of the Department of Systems Pharmacology and Translational Therapeutics at the University of Pennsylvania, where he also directs the Institute for Immunology. His undergraduate degree was obtained at Penn State Univers…
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Dr. M’s SPA Newsletter Audiocast Volume 14 Issue 42
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12:22Review of Dr. Casey Means’ Good EnergyIn her book, Good Energy, Dr. Casey Means explores the complex relationship between our metabolic health and the quality of energy we experience in daily life. Dr. Means is an ENT surgeon that graduated from Stanford University Medical School before eschewing it all to dive into the world of disease prevention.…
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Dr. M’s SPA Newsletter Audiocast Volume 14 Issue 40/41
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15:47Literature Review WeekWhy do some people react to mosquitoes so vigorously? There is fascinating data for me in the Nature article, as I see lots of kids that react strongly to mosquitoes while others do not at all. A hyper primed immune reaction makes a lot of sense as the immune system is extra sensitive to the insult in individuals that have chr…
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