The People's Pharmacy

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• Show 1489: The Baby Bust: Why Is Fertility Falling and What Can You Do About It?

  September 30, 2026 · 1 hr 5 min

  Birth rates have been dropping for years. This is happening in many parts of the world, not just the US. Demographers estimate that women need to have 2.1 children, on average, to replace the population. (The US is currently at about 1.7…

• Show 1488: What Can Near-Death Experiences Teach Us About Consciousness?

  September 25, 2026 · 1 hr 5 min

  After years of dementia, many people have reduced their communication to minimal levels. Sometimes, they don’t say anything at all, and family members may be tempted to assume that memories have disappeared along with cognitive function…

• Show 1487: Hair Loss and Nail Problems: A Dermatologist’s Guide to What Actually Works

  September 18, 2026 · 1 hr 13 min

  Do you worry that your hair is thinning? You may wonder what treatments could make a real difference. After all, you wouldn’t want to spend money on something that has no chance of helping. Many people also have concerns about their nails…

• Show 1486: Sprains, Strains and Tears: The New Science of Healing Faster

  September 10, 2026 · 1 hr 5 min

  For years, anyone who sprained an ankle or twisted a knee got some standard advice: ice it, rest it, wrap it with compression tape and keep it elevated. The acronym for Rest, Ice, Compress and Elevate is RICE. New research shows that…

• Show 1421: Is Lp(a) the Heart Risk No One Talks About? (Archive)

  September 3, 2026 · 1 hr 7 min

  This week, we get in-depth information on Lp(a), the heart risk no one talks about. You have heard of cholesterol, and you may even know what your cholesterol level is. The compound lipoprotein a may be equally dangerous when it is…

• Show 1485: What Are We Still Getting Wrong About ADHD?

  August 27, 2026 · 1 hr 23 min

  A new school year is about to start in many parts of the country. Going back to school can be exciting, but some students may dread it. Perhaps they are struggling with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, abbreviated ADHD. How can…

• Show 1484: Change Your Diet, Heal Your Mind

  August 21, 2026 · 1 hr 15 min

  Do you suffer with anxiety, depression, or another mental illness? Millions of people do. The usual treatment is a prescription medication. If that doesn’t work, the healthcare provider may offer a different one. Diet is certainly not the…

• Show 1483: The Gut Immune Solution

  August 13, 2026 · 1 hr 10 min

  When you decide to grab a bite to eat, do you think about how to feed your gut microbes? Most of us don’t. Even if we did, their only means of stating their preferences is somewhat after the fact. Do you end up feeling less than well?…