Beste Living Kidney Donor podcaster (2024)

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Mailbag: Asthma and ME-graine 5:09

3d ago5:09

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A look at some of the Health Report correspondence this week, including asthma prevention and the etymology of migraine. You can email us at healthreport@abc.net.auAv Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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How blinking helps us process the world 8:13

3d ago8:13

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We blink more than we need to, and scientists have been trying to find out why. New research suggests blinking helps us see the world in finer detail – essentially, it makes our eyes more sensitive.Av Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Pain changes our perception 7:59

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Pain can be a helpful tool to make sure we don't exceed our limits, but when it persists it can be detrimental. Research has shown that people experiencing chronic pain see the world as a harsher place – distances are longer and hills are steeper.Av Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Zinc for the common cold — does it work? 8:02

3d ago8:02

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If you're one of many ransacking the cold and flu aisle this winter, you might have spotted a common ingredient: zinc. It has been touted as a remedy for sickness — even a preventative. A comprehensive review has delved into the current research into the supplement and its effectiveness. Guest Assistant Professor Daryl Nault, Maryland University of…

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Remembering Michael Mosley 5:49

3d ago5:49

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Dr Penny Palmer, Executive Producer of ABC TV's Catalyst, looks back at her time working with Michael Mosley at the BBC in the early 2000s.Av Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Diabetes treatment could help fight cancer 6:05

3d ago6:05

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Making health new this week, could a common type-2 diabetes treatment also help in the fight against some cancers? And, two research papers examine the most effective way to treat sepsis.Av Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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My Why 28:33

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Casana Fink is best known as the current reigning Miss Tampa but she’s just as proud of her accomplishment as the author of a children’s book about organ donation. Her experience as the daughter of liver transplant recipient inspired her to bring comfort and understanding to families across the country. Follow Casana on Instagram @MissCasanaFink @C…

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[RERUN] The Harsh Realities of Baal Teshuva Life with Gevura Davis 52:18

7d ago52:18

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Do you enjoy the Franciska Show? Then please consider treating me to a cup of coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/franciska Email Franciska: franciskakay@gmail.com I love hearing from you! Gevura has been on the Etz Chaim staff since 2015, where she emboldened a strong women’s program that has included many trips to Israel and follow-up engagement…

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A vaccine for melanoma? 7:22

10d ago7:22

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The latest health news, including promising developments in the treatment of skin cancer and prostate cancer. Also, an update on the various bird flu strains circulation as Mexico records a death from H5N2. And a new discovery sheds light on the cause of inflammatory bowel disease. References Avian Influenza A (H5N2) - Mexico Long-Term Outcomes in …

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Do we need migraine treatment plans? 13:46

10d ago13:46

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About 1 in 5 Australians suffer with migraine, a complex and often debilitating condition. While there is no cure, migraines can be managed. However it can take a long time for people to find an approach that works for them, which is why experts want to make that journey easier. Guest Lorraine Graham Associate Professor Susan Tomlinson, neurologist…

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What exercise does to ageing brain cells 10:34

10d ago10:34

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We know that exercise is good for us, but what is going on at the cellular level to explain it? New research hints at what exercise is doing to the brain cells of mice to keep them mentally fit. Guest Associate Professor Jana Vukovic, University of Queensland References Exercise rejuvenates microglia and reverses T cell accumulation in the aged fem…

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What the temperature is doing to our mental health 4:31

10d ago4:31

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In a climate changed world, we're bound to experience hotter days with more frequency. There are physical health implications, but there are mental health consequences as well. Guest Dr Taylor Braund, UNSW Black Dog Institute References Ambient maximum daily temperature and mental health‐related presentations to a western Sydney emergency departmen…

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Mailbag: A throwback to LP(a) 2:13

10d ago2:13

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A look at some of the Health Report correspondence this week, including a little-known predictor of heart disease. This under-tested type of blood fat could be driving heart disease You can email us at healthreport@abc.net.auAv Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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"The Silence Was So Loud" [Malka Leifer] - with Nicole Meyer 1:05:15

13d ago1:05:15

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Do you enjoy the Franciska Show? Then please consider treating me to a cup of coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/franciska Email Franciska: franciskakay@gmail.com Surviving the Silence: Nicole Meyer's Journey Through Abuse and Healing In this heartfelt and revealing episode, Nicole Meyer opens up about her harrowing experiences of abuse by Malka …

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How effective are COVID vaccines against current variants? 5:22

17d ago5:22

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The latest health news, including new research on how effective our COVID-19 vaccinations are, especially at keeping people out of hospital and preventing death.Av Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Why breast cancer screening needs to change 11:17

17d ago11:17

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For the first time in 15 years, breast cancer screening is undergoing a review in Australia. A report has recommended updating the assessment protocol and incorporating newer imaging technologies.Av Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Treating type 2 diabetes early has major benefits 10:11

17d ago10:11

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The earlier blood sugar levels are normalised in type 2 diabetes, the fewer complications a person will go on to have.Av Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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The future of transplant technology 10:11

17d ago10:11

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Stem cells have long held the the promise of revolutionising medicine. They're taking a while to deliver on the promise, but two new studies have brought us a little closer. One combats the life-threatening rejection disease that many bone marrow donation recipients develop ... using a different type of stem cell. The other looks at using someone's…

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Mailbag: Does the 'sick quitter' effect apply to socialising? 6:47

17d ago6:47

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A look at some of the Health Report correspondence this week, including research into allergies in adulthood. Plus the "sick quitter" effect and a curious prescription given to the grandmother of one of our listeners...Av Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Rabbinic Crisis Management - with Rabbi Avraham Shmidman 49:30

20d ago49:30

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Do you enjoy the Franciska Show? Then please consider treating me to a cup of coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/franciska Email Franciska: franciskakay@gmail.com In this episode, Franciska speaks with Rabbi Abraham Shmidman who shares insights on being a community rabbi, addressing the challenges of community growth and unity, particularly in re…

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Roots & Wings 16:12

20d ago16:12

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Aaron Sims was used to a jet-setting lifestyle, traveling the world and enjoying life when Lupus caused his kidneys to fail. His illness grounded him until a transplant from his brother helped him return to doing all of the things he loves. Read more about Aaron on his blog at https://www.aarondsims.com/ or follow him on Instagram @aarondanielsims…

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Bird flu in Australia — how concerned should we be? 5:56

24d ago5:56

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The latest health news, including the various bird flu outbreaks in Australia and the variants at play. Also the new, flirtatious subvariant of Omicron is on the rise.Av Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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The acne medication that can cause serious harm in pregnancy 6:07

24d ago6:07

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As oral retinoids become more popular for the treatment of acne, there are concerns the message isn't getting through about the risk of getting pregnant while taking these medications.Av Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Magic mushroom and LSD deaths in Australia 6:46

24d ago6:46

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Researchers are hoping to combat the assumption that psychedelics might be 'safer' than other drugs. A new study has detailed the deaths of 43 people from either magic mushrooms or LSD between 2000 and 2023.Av Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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It's easier than you think to lose your 'mental fitness' 11:27

24d ago11:27

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There are things known to improve your mental wellbeing – keeping a routine, engaging in meaningful activity, making plans and connecting socially. So what happens when you cut back on those things?Av Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Getting ahead of Alzheimer's disease 8:39

24d ago8:39

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It has long been thought that beta-amyloid is the trigger for Alzheimer's Disease. But now researchers are looking at an even earlier trigger that could lead to treatments that prevent the initial beta-amyloid cascade from ever being initiated.Av Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Mailbag: Allergies and 'forever chemicals' 5:03

24d ago5:03

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Running the Birth Marathon; (Pelvic Floor Health) - with Faigie Itzkowitz 56:31

27d ago56:31

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Do you enjoy the Franciska Show? Then please consider treating me to a cup of coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/franciska Email Franciska: franciskakay@gmail.com In this episode, I chat with Faige Itzkowitz, a pelvic floor therapist from Brooklyn, New York, who discusses various women's health topics. Faige, an Orthodox Jew, shares her journey i…

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The health effects of hormone therapy for menopause 4:26

1M ago4:26

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The latest health news, including a decades long study looking into the health effects of menopausal hormone therapy.Av Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Predicting the children who'll outgrow allergies 7:47

1M ago7:47

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By measuring the rise and fall of antibodies in the blood, researchers have been able to predict the path ahead for some kids.Av Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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New insights into rare COVID vaccine complication 5:52

1M ago5:52

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Researchers have found a common trigger for VITT and a nearly identical disorder, providing new insights into vaccine development and autoimmune disease.Av Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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The toxic fructose myth 10:00

1M ago10:00

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You've probably heard stories about how fructose is somehow much worse than other sugars, even that it’s toxic … but is it true?Av Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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The common cytomegalovirus and its risk in pregnancy 11:37

1M ago11:37

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During pregnancy many mums are aware of the risks of soft cheeses and kitty litter, but a more common infection that can cause disability is much less known: cytomegalovirus.Av Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Perfect Match 29:25

1M ago29:25

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Jon McCabe knew the moment that he laid eyes on Carol in college that she was his perfect match. When the pair learned in their early 70s that Carol needed a kidney transplant, he got the medical proof. The couple shares the importance of advocating for yourself and having the right team in your corner.…

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Proud Living Kidney Donor - with Aviva Breda 51:00

1M ago51:00

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Do you enjoy the Franciska Show? Then please consider treating me to a cup of coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/franciska Email Franciska: franciskakay@gmail.com The Life-Changing Journey of a Kidney Donor: Aviva's Story In this episode Aviva shares a captivating story of altruism and the profound impact of kidney donation of Aviva Breda, a 42-y…

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The use of mind-altering drugs in aged and disability care 8:40

1M ago8:40

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The latest health news, including new standards of care for the use of psychotropic drugs in people with cognitive decline or disabilities.Av Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Can sexuality affect your life expectancy? 8:20

1M ago8:20

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Researchers from Harvard found lesbian women died 20 per cent sooner than their heterosexual cohort, and bisexual women were even worse off, dying 37 per cent sooner.Av Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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What are nanoplastics doing to our health? 10:40

1M ago10:40

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These tiny plastics have the ability to cross biological barriers and cause havoc, but they're very hard to detect. Scientists are trying to overcome hurdles so we can find out how nanoplastics interact with the human body.Av Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Mailbag: Grief and kidney transplants 5:27

1M ago5:27

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A look at some of the Health Report correspondence this week, including some clarity of grief disorder, and the rules around organ donation.Av Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Mailbag: The 23 hour 50 minute day and bird flu vaccines 4:00

1M ago4:00

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A look at some of the Health Report correspondence this week, including our bad maths and an explanation for why we're not stockpiling bird flu vaccines.Av Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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How much time should you spend sitting (or standing)? 6:30

1M ago6:30

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Researchers have unpacked the optimal amount of time you should spend sitting versus standing for your health.Av Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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From Puberty to Menopause: A Deep Dive into Women's Health & Jewish Life - with Dr. Elissa Hellman 48:49

1M ago48:49

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Do you enjoy the Franciska Show? Then please consider treating me to a cup of coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/franciska Email Franciska: franciskakay@gmail.com Navigating Women's Health and Life Stages This episode features Dr. Elissa Hellman, an OBGYN with 17 years of experience, including telemedicine practice for Jewish women. The discussio…

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Living Donors: Shedding Pounds to Save Lives | EP 26 30:43

1M ago30:43

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Imagine stepping into a world where giving the gift of life is made more accessible to all. That's the transformative journey we embark on with Ruby Rorty and Rachel Watson in the latest episode of Donor Diaries, as they share the details of a program called Project Donor. Ruby, from Stephen Levitt’s Center for RISC, shares the program's genesis an…

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The search for flu vaccine 'holy grail' 8:44

1M ago8:44

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Each year the flu vaccine is reformulated to target the current strains of influenza A and B that are circulating globally — but what if it didn't need to be? Melbourne researchers have identified consistent fragments from influenza B that could tell your immune system how to recognise all varieties of that virus. Professor Katherine Kedzierska, fr…

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Disordered eating risk in IBS treatment 4:39

1M ago4:39

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For people with irritable bowel syndrome, one of the most common interventions is an elimination diet to try to identify a trigger. But that diet might carry its own risk – of triggering disordered eating – a new study warns. Dr Caroline Tuck is a senior lecturer in dietetics at Swinburne UniversityAv Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Health Report mailbag 5:19

1M ago5:19

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A look at some of the Health Report correspondence this week, featuring "stoolgazing" and when to collect your own samples… or not. You can email us at healthreport@abc.net.auAv Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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A 'Health At Every Size' approach doesn't work on its own 9:49

1M ago9:49

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If you’ve spent much time in the wellness space these past few years, you’ve probably heard of Health At Every Size – a movement that prioritises healthy habits over the size or shape of your body. But while many people have found it freeing, a new review of the evidence shows that, at least when it comes to measures like cholesterol and blood pres…

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