Medical Stuff

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On this weeks episode, Chris and Mark discuss the signs and dangers of postpartum depression, a condition that can occur after child birth.

Chris rolls solo and talks about the recent Oregon Measles outbreak. From the disease itself to the anti-vaccination movement is covered in Pfingsten's first ever lone run.

Today we talk about the body's most faithful bodyguard: your liver! Inspired by a Superbowl party that went on too long for one podcast host, Mark and Chris talk about all the crap we put our livers through in today's episode.

Today we talk about a serious condition known as Rhabdomyolysis. This can happen for a number of reason, from being crushed by a building to partaking in extreme workouts.

Chris and Mark discuss harvesting the dead! Becoming an organ donor saves lives and today we go over the how's and why's. Also, Chris tries to open the show... and fails.

Mark and Chris discuss ancient healing rituals... that sucked, but still managed to gain widespread usage, some of which still impact us today.

This week Mark talks about the Death with Dignity Act and Doctor assisted dying. This is a more solemn subject and I try to treat it as such.

Too hot! What happens when your body just can't handle the heat? Chris and Mark talk temperature in today's episode.

This week Chris and Mark do their best to conserve their body heat and talk about when the cold is too legit and you quit!! That's right hypothermia and its effects on the body. We discuss when Jack Frost is nipping at most of your body and some medical applications of hypothermia.

Nope, we're not discussing the latest super hero movie; This Monday it's all about what happens when bugs become resistant to medications we use to treat them.

Mark and Chris talk about what happens when you fly to close to the sun... or at least get too drunk to know when to come inside. All about burns in this weeks episode!

This week Mark gets his dander up and is all stressed out about High Blood Pressure. So sit back and chant your mantra, go to your happy place and relax. High Blood Pressure is a silent and deadly mistress to court.

This week, Mark decides to freelance with Spencer while Chris isn't looking!! Spencer and Mark clear there airways and talk about what we can use to help someone breathe. This was recorded at a non-disclosed location somewhere in the western hemisphere. So I apologize for the sound quality as trying this is a rookie effort. Please direct all complaints on audio to me. And as always, I shall endeavor to do better next time!!

Chris and Mark discuss sharp pointy things that make you say ouch! Intravenous therapy is a means of delivering treatment as well as gathering information through blood analysis and there are multitude of ways it can be done, so listen and learn!

This week Mark and Chris explore the depths of sleep, they brew a little bit of Sleepytime tea and doze off halfway through the podcast, the last part may or may not be just them snoring so you're going to have to listen to find out

Mark and Chris visit the topic of PTSD, or Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. PTSD impacts many people across the world, so listen and learn the causes, symptoms, and treatments for PTSD.

Chris and Mark discuss the longest word in their vocabulary: Immunosuppression! When you're immune system isn't 100%, your bodies ability to fight for itself can be greatly reduced. Listen and learn about psoriasis, gluten sensitivity and more!

Chris and Mark are in a world of pain as they try to define what it is and how to manage it. With the opioid epidemic still making headlines, appropriate pain management is crucial now more than ever.

Chris and Mark talk about the chest, what's inside it, and just how many different ways we can screw it up! Broken ribs, popped lungs, and lots of bleeding are just some of the things that can happen when someone experiences chest trauma.