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Lyme Disease Cases Are Surging. Who Is Most At Risk?

Season 2 Episode 8 | 15m 17s

The Vitals team is here with the answers about how vector-borne diseases spread, and what some researchers are doing to better understand why cases are on the rise. Don’t worry, we will also have a little health lesson on what to do if you get bit by a tick and where to turn if you get infected.

Aired: 06/14/23
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Sheena reality-checks fears about the pill and looks at other contraceptive options.
When the air fills with smoke, what are you really breathing? And how best to stay safe?
There’s growing pushback to the notion that cannabis is 100% safe. We debunk five myths.
How is the human body affected by heat waves? And how can you protect yourself?
We’ll dissect Long COVID with Pulitzer-Prize winning journalist Ed Yong.
What is ADHD and why is it so hard to diagnose?
Sheena explores how a public health approach can reduce gun violence.
Sex educators share advice on how to talk with partners and doctors about STDs.
Vitals explores the benefits and risks of Ketamine in treating depression.
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Medical Aid in Dying can be a blessing or a threat. What safeguards do we need?
Sheena reality-checks fears about the pill and looks at other contraceptive options.
When the air fills with smoke, what are you really breathing? And how best to stay safe?
There’s growing pushback to the notion that cannabis is 100% safe. We debunk five myths.
How is the human body affected by heat waves? And how can you protect yourself?
We’ll dissect Long COVID with Pulitzer-Prize winning journalist Ed Yong.
What is ADHD and why is it so hard to diagnose?
Sheena explores how a public health approach can reduce gun violence.
Sex educators share advice on how to talk with partners and doctors about STDs.
Vitals explores the benefits and risks of Ketamine in treating depression.