MSD Manuals Medical Myths Podcast Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/msd-manuals-medical-myths-podcast The MSD Manuals pits myths against medical degrees. Should you put butter on a burn? Drink coffee to sober up? Feed a cold and starve a fever? On this podcast, physicians from around the world set the record straight and help you make more informed decisions about your health. Visit MSDManuals.com for more information. @2026 MSD Manuals 1b222e2c-97f3-512c-878f-924efba4c830 yes en Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:52:20 -0400 Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:53:14 -0400 https://img.transistorcdn.com/hCBZV8zGMuhb205pBqoZErjtdsnDaT7o_uu81Cm5qc0/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8yNWM4/YmIzZjgxZjY5OGIx/ZmJhMzllOTNlNmEz/YTIyMy5wbmc.jpg MSD Manuals Medical Myths Podcast episodic MSD Manuals The MSD Manuals pits myths against medical degrees. Should you put butter on a burn? Drink coffee to sober up? Feed a cold and starve a fever? On this podcast, physicians from around the world set the record straight and help you make more informed decisions about your health. Visit MSDManuals.com for more information. The MSD Manuals pits myths against medical degrees. Medical, health, nutritional, mental health MSD Manuals No No Heart Attack vs. Cardiac Arrest 4 4 Heart Attack vs. Cardiac Arrest full 40fafd14-39ca-4fd7-b94f-40e0d48b78b1 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3544db3b In this informative episode of the MSD Manuals Medical Myths podcast, Dr. Ranya N. Sweis, an Associate Professor of Cardiology at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, joins to unravel the distinctions between heart attack and cardiac arrest. With over a decade of experience, Dr. Sweis clarifies the causes, symptoms, and treatments for each condition, debunking common myths that could hinder prompt action during emergencies. Delve into risk factors, warning signs, and immediate treatments, gaining practical advice for maintaining a healthy heart. Medical knowledge is power – pass it on for heart health awareness. 

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]]> Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:52:20 -0400 MSD Manuals MSD Manuals 1251 In this informative episode of the MSD Manuals Medical Myths podcast, Dr. Ranya N. Sweis, an Associate Professor of Cardiology at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, joins to unravel the distinctions between heart attack and cardiac arrest. With over a decade of experience, Dr. Sweis clarifies the causes, symptoms, and treatments for each condition, debunking common myths that could hinder prompt action during emergencies. Delve into risk factors, warning signs, and immediate treatments, gaining practical advice for maintaining a healthy heart. Medical knowledge is power – pass it on for heart health awareness. 

]]> Medical, health, nutritional, mental health No Heart Health Unveiled: Myths and Realities of Coronary Artery Disease 3 3 Heart Health Unveiled: Myths and Realities of Coronary Artery Disease full 132db861-fa48-4086-b709-1299682a6caa https://share.transistor.fm/s/8de8abc7 Coronary artery disease involves impairment of blood flow through the coronary arteries, it is one of the leading causes of death worldwide. In this episode of the MSD Manuals Medical Myths podcast, we provide deeper insight into coronary artery disease with Dr. Ranya N. Sweis, MD, MS a Professor of Cardiology at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.  
 
Dr. Sweis clarifies what coronary heart disease is and how it differs from terms like heart disease and cardiovascular disease. Additionally, she breaks down the facts and myths about coronary heart disease, its causes, and how technology including stents can play a role in effectively managing the disease.  

Visit MSDManuals.com for more information.

]]> Coronary artery disease involves impairment of blood flow through the coronary arteries, it is one of the leading causes of death worldwide. In this episode of the MSD Manuals Medical Myths podcast, we provide deeper insight into coronary artery disease with Dr. Ranya N. Sweis, MD, MS a Professor of Cardiology at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.  
 
Dr. Sweis clarifies what coronary heart disease is and how it differs from terms like heart disease and cardiovascular disease. Additionally, she breaks down the facts and myths about coronary heart disease, its causes, and how technology including stents can play a role in effectively managing the disease.  

Visit MSDManuals.com for more information.

]]> Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:21:07 -0400 MSD Manuals MSD Manuals 1442 Coronary artery disease involves impairment of blood flow through the coronary arteries, it is one of the leading causes of death worldwide. In this episode of the MSD Manuals Medical Myths podcast, we provide deeper insight into coronary artery disease with Dr. Ranya N. Sweis, MD, MS a Professor of Cardiology at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.  
 
Dr. Sweis clarifies what coronary heart disease is and how it differs from terms like heart disease and cardiovascular disease. Additionally, she breaks down the facts and myths about coronary heart disease, its causes, and how technology including stents can play a role in effectively managing the disease.  

Visit MSDManuals.com for more information.

]]> Medical, health, nutritional, mental health No Foodborne Illness: Risks, Myths and Prevention 2 2 Foodborne Illness: Risks, Myths and Prevention full 21665f44-4ece-4348-af90-3d7b26ff745d https://share.transistor.fm/s/fcdcaa48 On this episode of the MSD Manuals Medical Myths podcast, infectious disease expert Dr. Larry Bush—Affiliate Professor of Medicine at the Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine at Florida Atlantic University and Affiliate Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine—joins the show to explore foodborne illnesses, their causes, and strategies for prevention. 
 
Dr. Bush clarifies the distinctions between foodborne illnesses and common misconceptions, such as "stomach bugs." He highlights the primary sources of contamination, including meats, poultry, seafood, and raw vegetables, and addresses specific risks like Listeria, which poses significant threats to pregnant women and individuals with weakened immune systems. Dr. Bush also debunks food safety myths, from the limitations of the "sniff test" to the dangers of consuming undercooked or raw foods.

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Dr. Bush clarifies the distinctions between foodborne illnesses and common misconceptions, such as "stomach bugs." He highlights the primary sources of contamination, including meats, poultry, seafood, and raw vegetables, and addresses specific risks like Listeria, which poses significant threats to pregnant women and individuals with weakened immune systems. Dr. Bush also debunks food safety myths, from the limitations of the "sniff test" to the dangers of consuming undercooked or raw foods.

]]> Tue, 19 May 2026 14:31:24 -0400 MSD Manuals MSD Manuals 1132 On this episode of the MSD Manuals Medical Myths podcast, infectious disease expert Dr. Larry Bush—Affiliate Professor of Medicine at the Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine at Florida Atlantic University and Affiliate Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine—joins the show to explore foodborne illnesses, their causes, and strategies for prevention. 
 
Dr. Bush clarifies the distinctions between foodborne illnesses and common misconceptions, such as "stomach bugs." He highlights the primary sources of contamination, including meats, poultry, seafood, and raw vegetables, and addresses specific risks like Listeria, which poses significant threats to pregnant women and individuals with weakened immune systems. Dr. Bush also debunks food safety myths, from the limitations of the "sniff test" to the dangers of consuming undercooked or raw foods.

]]> Medical, health, nutritional, mental health No Myths about Osteoporosis 1 1 Myths about Osteoporosis full 793fb000-d55b-47a8-9067-4cd249ef5f5d https://share.transistor.fm/s/020d90d2 Discover the progressive metabolic bone disease that affects bone mineral density and structure, leading to fragility fractures. Explore common myths surrounding osteoporosis and gain valuable insights into prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Dr. Bolster, a Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School, separates fact from fiction, provides expert answers to key questions and leaves listeners empowered with the knowledge to take charge of their bone health. Don't miss this informative discussion on osteoporosis. Medical knowledge is power – pass it on.

]]> Discover the progressive metabolic bone disease that affects bone mineral density and structure, leading to fragility fractures. Explore common myths surrounding osteoporosis and gain valuable insights into prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Dr. Bolster, a Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School, separates fact from fiction, provides expert answers to key questions and leaves listeners empowered with the knowledge to take charge of their bone health. Don't miss this informative discussion on osteoporosis. Medical knowledge is power – pass it on.

]]> Tue, 19 May 2026 13:54:44 -0400 MSD Manuals MSD Manuals 1098 Discover the progressive metabolic bone disease that affects bone mineral density and structure, leading to fragility fractures. Explore common myths surrounding osteoporosis and gain valuable insights into prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Dr. Bolster, a Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School, separates fact from fiction, provides expert answers to key questions and leaves listeners empowered with the knowledge to take charge of their bone health. Don't miss this informative discussion on osteoporosis. Medical knowledge is power – pass it on.

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