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Health Wanted

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Health & Wellness Science

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Testosterone
04/24/2026 | 52 mins.
Hey men! Are you feeling as manly as you could be? Do you have enough man juice flowing through your veins? Did you know hormones aren’t just for girls anymore? They’re manly! This week on Health Wanted…Are you man enough to learn about testosterone therapy?!?
Plus - Is ivermectin effective against head lice? What should you look for in electrolytes? Does the phrase “GLP-1 Like” mean anything? Why is there so much pollen? And the Sick of the Week.
For a full rundown on all the information shared in today's episode, take a look at the show notes.
Have a question for Laurel? Send it to [email protected] or leave a voicemail at 404-888-3630!
For more, visit healthwanted.org
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Cannabis
04/17/2026 | 52 mins.
This week on the show: cannabis! Is it bad for you? Is it good for you? Better than alcohol? And how does it seem to be EVERYWHERE…even in states where you know it’s illegal?
Plus - Is red light therapy a scam? Is there any truth to the idea that the FDA doesn’t withhold good products? And what does “holistic health” actually mean?
For a full rundown on all the information shared in today's episode, take a look at the show notes.
Have a question for Laurel? Send it to [email protected] or leave a voicemail at 404-888-3630!
For more, visit healthwanted.org
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Private Equity
04/10/2026 | 51 mins.
Private equity is not just taking over companies—it’s increasingly gaining control of health care facilities as well. This week on Health Wanted, host Laurel Bristow and guest Megan Greenwell explain private equity and how it can lead to lower-quality care for patients and financial instability for hospitals.
Have a question for Laurel? Send it to [email protected] or leave a voicemail at 404-888-3630!
For more, visit healthwanted.org
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transportation
04/03/2026 | 52 mins.
The U.S. has built our transportation infrastructure around vast landscapes of 6-lane highways and parking lots. Heck you’re probably listening to this while driving! And if you happen to be stuck in traffic, perhaps it’s time to question if cars are really solving more problems than they create. This week on Health Wanted we’re putting the pedal to the metal to talk about how your whip may be impacting your wellness.
Plus, raw cheese recalls. Are car seats really that important? What’s the deal with chromium and insulin resistance? And an update on where we are with Lyme disease
For a full rundown on all the information shared in today's episode, take a look at the show notes.
Have a question for Laurel? Send it to [email protected] or leave a voicemail at 404-888-3630!
For more, visit healthwanted.org
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wellness Scams
03/27/2026 | 52 mins.
From magical amulets to metal funnels that cost $270, there are wellness scams all around for those who have eyes to see them. This week on Health Wanted, we’re preparing for April Fools’ Day by reviewing some health and wellness products, practices, and claims so ridiculous they make you say, “this is a joke, right?”
Plus, a little good news. Why is protein in everything? Are David protein bars trying to Regina George us all? And the Sick of the Week.
For a full rundown on all the information shared in today's episode, take a look at the show notes.
Have a question for Laurel? Send it to [email protected] or leave a voicemail at 404-888-3630!
For more, visit healthwanted.org
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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About Health Wanted

Health Wanted brings you each week’s need-to-know public health headlines and breaks down the science behind trending topics. Host Laurel Bristow, MSc, draws on her experience as an infectious disease researcher and epidemiologist to cover everything from Ozempic to the ozone, interviewing experts and answering your questions, all in pursuit of better health. A collaboration between WABE and the Emory Rollins School of Public Health. --- This public health show is intended solely for general information purposes, and is not intended to provide medical advice, to be used in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in the cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of disease or other conditions. The information in the show should not be relied upon in a manner that would either delay medical treatment or result in unnecessary medical treatment. Always consult a physician or health care provider with your health or treatment concerns.

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