The People's Pharmacy

• Show 1330: Rethinking Hypothyroidism (Archive)

  In this week’s episode, our guest explains why treating hypothyroidism isn’t always as simple as it seems. He is a leading researcher on questions relating to thyroid hormones. What Is Hypothyroidism? Hypothyroidism, a condition in which the thyroid gland doesn’t make enough thyroid hormone, is one of the most common hormonal disorders. It was first […]

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• Show 1436: Why Mosquitoes Bite You and How to Outsmart Them

  In this episode, Joe & Terry speak with two scientists studying mosquito preferences. Why are some people mosquito magnets while others barely get bitten? A range of factors influences mosquito behavior and may explain why mosquitoes bite you and leave your neighbor alone. Learn how to outsmart them. You could listen through your local public […]

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• Show 1435: Beyond Companionship: A Veterinarian’s Take on the Pet-Human Health Connection

  This week, our guest in the studio is veterinarian Dr. Chuck Miller. You can call in your stories and questions about the animals in your life between 7 and 8 am EDT on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at 888-472-3366. Or you can send us email: [email protected]. We’ll be focusing on transforming relationships between humans and […]

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• Show 1434: Digital Doctoring: Will AI Save Lives or Cause Medical Mayhem?

  In this episode, Joe & Terry speak with two physicians who have examined ways that artificial intelligence might contribute to patient care. Can AI help with better diagnoses? Is robotic surgery better? Could AI save lives or is it more likely to cause trouble? You could listen through your local public radio station or get […]

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• Show 1433: What Are the Hidden Dangers in the Air We Breathe?

  In this episode, our guest, award-winning science journalist Carl Zimmer, describes the hidden dangers in the air we breathe. He begins with the concept of the aerobiome–the collection of living things from ground level to the stratosphere. While that includes eagles and dragonflies, the most insidious inhabitants are those we can’t see. Often, we are […]

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