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The Dose

A weekly look at the health news that matters to you. Dr. Brian Goldman brings you the best science from top experts in plain language. He cuts through the BS and confusion to give you a dose of smart advice that you won’t find anywhere else. New episodes every Thursday.

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00:50:16

The Dose Summer Special: Women's health

The Dose ·

2025/08/14

The Dose is still on summer break, but we've curated some of our most popular episodes to make your summer a little healthier. In this double-episode, we explore how women can have better sex, as well as how heat affects women's bodies.

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00:52:48

The Dose Summer Special: Women's health

The Dose ·

2025/07/24

The Dose is still on summer break, but we've curated some of our most popular episodes to make your summer a little healthier. In this double-episode, we explore how women can have better sex, as well as how heat affects women's bodies.For transcripts of The Dose, please visit:lnk.to/dose-transcripts. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday. For more episodes of this podcast,click this link.Fill out our listener surveyhere. We appreciate your input!

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00:28:01

How does poor air quality affect my health?

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2025/06/19

Wildfire smoke can feel unavoidable during summer in Canada, and that's on top of the air pollution that most cities experience during warmer months. Respirologist Dr. Chris Carlsten, head of University of British Columbia's Air Pollution Exposure Lab, explains how poor air quality affects our health, and how masks and air filters can help.For transcripts of The Dose, please visit:lnk.to/dose-transcripts. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday. For more episodes of

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00:26:42

What can I do now to live longer and healthier?

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2025/06/12

To live longer, healthier lives, we need to eat a balanced diet, get enough exercise and sleep, and go easy on the alcohol. While the solutions are simple, building healthy habits is more complicated. Dr. Eric Topol, director of the Scripps Research Translational Institute and author of Super Agers: An Evidence-Based Approach to Longevity, explains why we should aim for a long "healthspan" versus "lifespan," and offers advice on how to build the habits that will help get us there.For transcripts of

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00:49:25

BONUS: Just Asking: The therapeutic potential of...

The Dose ·

2025/06/06

<p>Just Asking, hosted by Saroja Coelho, takes audience questions about major news and trends, then invites experts to give you the answers needed to make better decisions in your life.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode: Drugs like ketamine, MDMA and psilocybin are being looked at as possible treatments for depression, anxiety and PTSD. And while there’s a growing appetite from patients to explore these options, the research is still ongoing about

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00:25:47

How do cosmetics affect my skin health?

The Dose ·

2025/06/05

<p>Cosmetics are a big business. But while many brands promise to beautify and rejuvenate, it's not always clear whether their makeup products and creams actually benefit our skin. Dermatologist Dr. Renee Beach explains how some cosmetics, including anti-aging creams, can improve skin health, but says not to believe everything you read on the label.</p><p> </p><p>For transcripts of The Dose, please visit: <a

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00:23:39

How long can I live with advanced prostate cancer?

The Dose ·

2025/05/29

Former U.S. president Joe Biden's advanced prostate cancer has raised some questions, like how it could have gone undiagnosed for so long, and what the future holds. Dr. Laurence Klotz, chief of urology at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, explains how prostate cancer is diagnosed, why some forms are more aggressive than others, and the extensive array of treatments available.For transcripts of The Dose, please visit:lnk.to/dose-transcripts. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the

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00:26:35

I’m young and fit. Why should I care about varicose...

The Dose ·

2025/05/22

We think of varicose veins as something that happens mostly to older people. It turns out the slow-moving condition usually begins at a much younger age. Dr. Varun Kapila is a vascular surgeon and president of the Canadian Society for Vascular Surgery. He says there are a few lifestyle factors that can reduce the chances of getting varicose veins — or at least slow their progression.For transcripts of The Dose, please visit: lnk.to/dose-transcripts. Transcripts of each episode will be made available

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00:23:52

Why are my allergies getting worse?

The Dose ·

2025/05/15

Seasonal allergy sufferers who've noticed their symptoms getting worse aren't imagining things. Due mostly to the effects of climate change, but also urban planning, seasonal allergies are more intense. Dr. Anne Ellis, chair of the division of allergy and immunology at Queen's University, explains why you're suffering more, and that allergy treatments are offering new hope.For transcripts of The Dose, please visit:lnk.to/dose-transcripts. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the

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00:19:25

What do we know about methylene blue?

The Dose ·

2025/05/08

A new miracle cure-all has been making the rounds on social media, promising that people who take methylene blue can improve their mood and cognition. Some TikTok videos even suggest the synthetic dye could be used to treat cancer. Joe Schwarcz, director of McGill's Office for Science and Society, explains there’s little evidence to suggest methylene blue is useful outside of very specific circumstances.For transcripts of The Dose, please visit:lnk.to/dose-transcripts. Transcripts of each episode

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00:26:34

What do we know about autism and what questions...

The Dose ·

2025/05/01

U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. recently spoke of an autism "epidemic" when he announced "a massive testing and research effort" to investigate potential causes. But as developmental pediatrician Dr. Melanie Penner explains, the rise in diagnoses reflects broader recognition of the signs and symptoms, rather than increased prevalence. And that, she says, means more people are getting the help they need.For transcripts of The Dose, please visit:lnk.to/dose-transcripts. Transcripts of each

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00:24:13

Why do we smell (and how concerned should we be about...

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2025/04/24

Whole-body deodorants are the latest fad designed to mask our scent, but not everyone agrees that body odour is a bad thing. Sarah Everts, Carleton University associate professor and author of The Joy of Sweat: The Strange Science of Perspiration, explains why we smell, why we should pause before applying whole-body deodorant, and why we should chill a little when it comes to BO.For transcripts of The Dose, please visit:lnk.to/dose-transcripts. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by

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00:22:24

What do I need to know about the federal government's...

The Dose ·

2025/04/17

Much of the federal election campaign’s focus has been on the U.S. But health care is always on the minds of Canadians. So what are the federal government’s responsibilities when it comes to health care — especially when 6.5 million Canadians don't have a family doctor or a nurse practitioner? Amélie Quesnel-Vallée explains. She's a McGill professor and Canada Research Chair in Policies and Health Inequalities.For transcripts of The Dose, please visit:lnk.to/dose-transcripts. Transcripts of each

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00:25:44

What do I need to know about tattoo health risks?

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2025/04/10

A third of Canadians have at least one tattoo, but it's not without risk. While uncommon, tattoos can cause allergies and infections. Some studies have also found an association between tattoo ink and cancer. McGill University dermatologist Dr. Elena Netchiporouk explains how tattoos can cause an allergic reaction, and could potentially increase the risk of certain cancers, though more research is needed.For transcripts of The Dose, please visit:lnk.to/dose-transcripts. Transcripts of each episode

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00:25:16

How do I deal with stress in situations I can’t fully...

The Dose ·

2025/04/03

Nearly half of Canadians have experienced increased anxiety over the last month, according to a new survey from Mental Health Research Canada. Top reasons are the rising cost of living and political uncertainty in the U.S. University of Toronto Scarborough distinguished professor of psychology Zindel Segal explains why we tune into negative news and how we can manage stress brought on by uncontrollable situations.For transcripts of The Dose, please visit:lnk.to/dose-transcripts. Transcripts of each

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00:19:49

What do I need to know about benzodiazepines?

The Dose ·

2025/03/27

It’s a stressful world out there. And one way some people quiet it down is taking medications like Lorazepam, Xanax, or Valium. They're called Benzodiazepines and their use and misuse has become a plotline in the popular TV series The White Lotus and The Pitt. University of British Columbia's clinical assistant professor and addictions medicine specialist Dr. Paxton Bach explains the benefits and risks of taking benzos.For transcripts of The Dose, please visit: lnk.to/dose-transcripts. Transcripts

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00:27:00

What do women need to know about hair loss?

The Dose ·

2025/03/20

Hair loss, also known as alopecia, affects roughly 40 per cent of women by the age of 50, and some research suggests the number increases post-menopause. Toronto dermatologist Dr. Renee A. Beach explains why many women experience alopecia, and offers advice on how to slow down hair loss.For transcripts of The Dose, please visit:lnk.to/dose-transcripts. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday. For more episodes of this podcast,click this link.

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00:23:00

What does the research show about the benefits of...

The Dose ·

2025/03/13

Creatine is a naturally-occurring compound that provides energy to our muscles and brain, but it also comes in supplement form. Long-used by athletes and bodybuilders, some research suggests it mayalso improvecognition. Darren Candow, professor and director of University of Regina's Aging Muscle and Bone Health Laboratory, explains the science of creatine'seffecton muscles and bones, and why supplements might help with mentalstress.For transcripts of The Dose, please visit:lnk.to/dose-transcripts

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00:22:40

What do I need to know right now about measles?

The Dose ·

2025/03/06

Measles is on the rise, highlighting how a disease considered eliminated in Canada is making a comeback. Though there have long been sporadic cases, recent dramatic outbreaks are worrying people like infectious diseases specialist Dr. Sumon Chakrabarti. He explains why more people are getting measles and urges Canadians to get vaccinated to stay protected.For transcripts of The Dose, please visit:lnk.to/dose-transcripts. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday. For

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00:22:06

How does nicotine affect cognition and what's the risk?

The Dose ·

2025/02/27

Many smokers turn to nicotine gums, patches or lozenges to try and kick the habit. But now, experts say that some non-smokers are using those products toboost attention and fine motor skills. They're doing so despite studies showing that nicotine is as addictive as cocaine or heroin. Steven Laviolette, a professorin the Schulich School of MedicineatWestern University, explains what nicotine does to the brain.For transcripts of The Dose, please visit:lnk.to/dose-transcripts. Transcripts of each

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