Public Health Out Loud
Dr. Philip Chan, Rhode Island Department of Health
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Public Health Out Loud is a podcast that delves into the broader public health concerns and issues facing everyday Rhode Islanders. From discussions about safeguarding against future pandemics to actionable plans for families to help keep their loved ones safe from preventable diseases, Public Health Out Loud is a no nonsense resource for listeners who want to stick to the facts. Host Dr. Philip Chan promises to deliver accurate, light-hearted, and informative public health updates that matter to you. This podcast is brought to you by the Rhode Island Department of Health.
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Kindness Wins - Strategies to Prevent Bullying
Bullying is a major public health issue that can have a long-term impact on health and development. Unfortunately, despite its seriousness, the issue is common and widespread. About one in five high…
Dress Warm and Donate Blood! How Bad Weather and More Impacts the Blood Supply
There’s no doubt that donating blood can save lives. But winter is one of the most difficult times of year to collect enough blood products. Holiday schedules, seasonal illnesses, and the recent…
World-Dominating Consciousness or Helpful Tool? A Look at How AI is Revolutionizing Healthcare
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing our culture and the way we live our lives in so many ways. While we may not understand its full potential yet, we do know it can, and in many ways has…
More Than Just Soap: How Hygiene Insecurity Affects Our Communities
It’s called “hygiene insecurity” and while you may not be aware of it, there is an overwhelming need for hygiene products in the state. An estimated 38% of Rhode Island families struggle to afford…
Health on the Rocks: The Harms of Excessive Alcohol Use
Alcohol is the most used substance among adults in the United States despite being known to cause cancer, liver disease, cardiomyopathy, and more. Approximately 600 people die in Rhode Island every…
Flu, COVID, RSV, and a Partridge in a Pear Tree: Preventing Respiratory Viruses During the Holiday Season
The holidays are upon us but respiratory viruses like COVID-19, Flu, and RSV don’t make great gifts. In this episode, Dr. Suzanne Bornschein, State Epidemiologist at the Rhode Island Department of…
No Matter Why You Use
While much of the national conversation about overdose focuses on younger populations, a new campaign spearheaded by our state health and behavioral health agencies aims to prevent drug overdose…
Young People Have the RIght to Know
It’s not easy for adults and adolescents to know where to find accurate and trusted sexual and reproductive health information. In this episode, Karin Wetherill, co-director of Rhode Island Healthy…
Tylenol - Is There Evidence of Harm?
There’s been a lot of talk about Acetaminophen, also known as Tylenol, in the news – specifically the claim that there is a link between this over-the-counter pain reliever and Autism. In this…
All About Animal-Assisted Therapy
Animal-assisted therapy - what is it and how effective is it in a therapeutic setting? In this episode, Kerri Lynch, Director of Occupational Therapy at Butler Hospital and Susan Parker, President…
A Lot to Lose: Understanding the Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling - it's on the rise here in Rhode Island but it's not just happening at the casino or the racetrack. Online forms like sports betting have become a powerful draw for many. How does…
Looking Out for Each Other: Preventing Suicide in our Communities
September is suicide prevention month. It’s a time to raise awareness, dispel stigma, and take action around this urgent mental health issue. In this episode, the Rhode Island Chapter of the American…
A Physician and Father's New Book Raises Awareness of Cancer Prevention
After losing his son to cancer five years ago, Dr. George Beauregard, a twenty-year internal medicine physician and life-long resident of Massachusetts, used his grief to spread an important message.…
Perfect Nutrition: A look at Breastfeeding Benefits, Support, and the State's Strategies for Success
August is National Breastfeeding Month – a time to celebrate and bring awareness to breastfeeding. In this episode, Mary Catherine or “MC” Curran, a WIC lactation consultant and nutritionist at…
There When You Need Them: Celebrating Community Health Centers
It's National Health Center Week - a time to recognize and celebrate the role of health centers in our communities. These nonprofit clinics provide affordable, high-quality care to more than 200,000…
Evidence of Harms: Cannabis Use and Family Planning
There has been a lot of talk about cannabis in the news lately and some people question whether cannabis is the answer to a wide variety of health conditions, including pregnancy-related morning…
What’s the Story? Using Data to Improve Health Equity
Every community has its own story. These stories are shaped by it’s residents, as well as policies and systems that influence community well-being. Comparing data by neighborhood or zip code, can not…
You Good, Man? A Conversation About Men's Mental Health
June is Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month – a time to raise awareness about the mental health challenges faced by men and boys. In this episode, Dr. Samantha Rosenthal, a professor of Health…
Disorders, Syndromes, and Even Psychosis - the Downside to Cannabis Use
While there are studies that show cannabis may be useful in alleviating pain, nausea, and other symptoms associated with certain medical conditions, some doctors and researchers are seeing a rise in…
Impacting Quality of Life with Palliative and Hospice Care
Palliative and hospice care can both have a huge impact on one’s quality of life during serious illness. How do these types of care differ and when are they important? In this episode, Dr. Chan sits…
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Public Health Out Loud has published 171 episodes since November 2020, covering topics in Life Sciences, Science.
Public Health Out Loud is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 25m.
