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Latest episodes

Behind Closed Doors: Intimate Partner Violence

October 26, 2026 · 38 min

What happens behind closed doors may be very different from what the world sees. Intimate partner violence is more common than many of us realize, and its effects can reach far beyond the relationship itself. Why does it remain hidden?…
The New Rules on Cholesterol

October 13, 2026 · 25 min

f you’ve been told your cholesterol is “borderline” and it’s being monitored, or you’re already on cholesterol-lowering medication and are wondering if the goalposts recently moved – they did. A major update to cholesterol guidelines was…
The MASALA Study

September 28, 2026 · 40 min

Why do South Asians experience higher rates of heart disease and type 2 diabetes earlier in life? Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in women worldwide, and South Asians carry a disproportionate burden of heart disease…
Peptides: Fad or Fact?

September 8, 2026 · 26 min

Peptides are being promoted everywhere.For weight loss, injury recovery, muscle growth, skin, hair, sleep, andanti-aging. But what are peptides, which ones are actually evidence-based, andwhich claims should make you pause? In this episode…
Myth vs Medicine: Hormone balance, cancer screening, and the facts you need

April 13, 2026 · 34 min

Everyone’s heard them. Most people believe at least one. In this episode of the Avaaz Health Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Jiti, oncologist and cancer specialist, to break down some of the most common (and dangerous) health myths…

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The Skinny on GLP-1s: The Good, the Bad and the Unknown

March 30, 2026 · 25 min

Everyone’s talking about them—the so-called “magic” weight-loss injections. But what’s actually fact vs. hype? In this episode, we break down GLP-1s (like Ozempic) in a physician-led, evidence-based conversation. How do these medications…
Not your mother's menopause

March 16, 2026 · 45 min

Menopause is everywhere in the conversation right now—but not all the information is accurate. In our latest episode, “Not Your Mother’s Menopause,” we revisit this topic with the latest science-based guidance and break down what women…
South Asian genes: are we doomed?

March 2, 2026 · 48 min

In this episode, we discuss how South Asian genes lead to higher risks for heart disease, diabetes, and other metabolic syndromes, at a younger age. We talk about what tests you should be asking for, what helps (and what doesn't), and the…
Let’s Talk Before It’s Too Late: Advance Care Planning

December 2, 2025 · 21 min

In many South Asian families, we talk about everything except the tough stuff—illness, prognosis, end-of-life wishes. Out of love, we avoid it. Out of habit, we call it fate. But the next generation is left guessing when it matters…
Contraception Conversation

November 10, 2025 · 19 min

Ever wondered what contraception really is — and how it actually works? 💊✨ In this episode, our doctors break down the basics: 🔹 What contraception means (and why it’s more than just “birth control”) 🔹 The different types available…
Let’s talk about what no one wants to talk about — Sexually Transmitted Infections

October 20, 2025 · 24 min

In this episode of the Avaaz Podcast, we break down the myths, stigma, and science behind common infections like chlamydia, gonorrhea, herpes, and more — especially in South Asian communities where these conversations are often…
Facing Dementia: Facts, Care & Compassion

September 23, 2025 · 36 min

🩺 What is dementia really — and how can we better support those living with it? In this week’s episode, our regular podcast doctors, Dr. Madhu and Dr. Nav, break down the facts and myths about dementia. From early symptoms and diagnosis…