Causes or Cures

Dr. Eeks

"For the Nerds and the Nerd Nots" Causes or Cures is a public health podcast hosted by Dr. Eeks (ErinKate Stair, MD, MPH).  It's an independent, offbeat, grassroots show driven by curiosity and a passion for breaking down complex health topics into bite sized, easy to understand insights. There are no institutional affiliations.  *FOLLOW PUBLIC HEALTH IS WEIRD ON INSTAGRAM: @doctoreeks Dr. Eeks is a public health professional specializing in applied epidemiology and health communication. She works on complex and timely national public health issues and is all about making the science relatable...often using a blue collar (probably irreverant) sense of humor to drive the message home. Why? Because in public health, you can be completely accurate and still fail if the message does not connect. On this podcast, Dr. Eeks talks with experts from around the world (doctors, researchers, public health pros, clinicians and more) to dive into the latest hot topics in public health and research, all in a down-to-earth kind of way. She also includes people with compelling stories of healing and "characters" because life is too boring and short to leave out "characters" and not embrace the weird. ;) DISCLAIMER: Some topics are more controversial than others, so keep in mind that this is information only and not health advice. If you are battling an individual health issue, always check in with your doctor & don't run with anything on podcast as advice. Dr. Eeks doesn't endorse any of her guests' views, and despite a strict health routine, nor does she endorse any products, supplements, oils, magic socks or potions. (If an episode is sponsored or underwritten by a company she thinks is cool, she will say so in the show notes.) While she has a MD, she does not practice medicine (she's a full-time public health nerd), so she does not give out medical advice nor should you treat anything on this podcast as medical advice.  Causes or Cures is not a "news site." It's about having down-to-earth conversations, and Dr. Eeks is confident that she can have a respectful conversation with anyone, even people who think far differently than she does. At least that's been her experience at hole-in-the-walls & on sidewalks across the world. The point is to not take anything here as Gospel.  Sometimes Dr. Eeks' dog Barnaby makes his opinion known, but the good news is that he's a smart dog.  Most importantly, she hopes this podcast encourages folks to stay curious, empathic, hopeful, compassionate, honest, open-minded, and engaged. Freedom of discussion is a beautiful thing, delightfully messy, and one that many take for granted. *The views on this podcast do not reflect the views of anyone she contracts with or consults for on various public health projects.  **You can help keep Causes or Cure independent and ad-free by hitting the "Support" button in the upper corner. ***Want to work together or share a thought? You can contact Dr. Eeks through her website, bloomingwellness.com. ****SIGN UP for her Newsletter HERE: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/xnqmy06

  1. Can Air Pollution and Heat Trigger Migraines? With Prof Gal Ifergane

    -3 дн.

    Can Air Pollution and Heat Trigger Migraines? With Prof Gal Ifergane

    Send us Fan Mail Can migraines be triggered by what's happening in the environment around us? In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks talks with Professor Gal Ifergane about his research examining the relationship between migraines and environmental exposures, including air pollution, heat, solar radiation, and weather conditions. Many people with migraines report being able to "feel a storm coming" before an attack. But is there scientific evidence that environmental factors can influence migraine risk? Professor Ifergane discusses findings suggesting that environmental conditions may help lower the threshold for migraine attacks in people who are already susceptible. The conversation explores the concept of migraine as a threshold disorder, where both biological predisposition and environmental triggers may interact to influence when an attack occurs. Topics discussed include: • The relationship between migraines and air pollution • Heat, sunlight, and solar radiation as potential migraine triggers • Whether weather-related migraines are real or simply anecdotal • How researchers study environmental exposures and migraine risk • The concept of migraine as a threshold disorder • Genetics versus environmental influences • Why migraine sufferers may want to pay attention to air quality as well as weather • What these findings may mean for people living with migraines If you've ever wondered whether migraines are influenced by more than what's happening inside the brain, this episode explores the growing evidence that the world around us may play a role as well. About Professor Gal Ifergane Professor Gal Ifergane is a neurologist, headache specialist, and clinical researcher who serves as Head of the Neurology Department and Chair of the Brain Medicine Division at Soroka Medical Center in Be'er Sheva, Israel. He is also a faculty member at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev. His clinical and research interests include migraines, headache disorders, stroke, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and environmental influences on neurological health. Professor Ifergane has conducted extensive research on the epidemiology of migraines and the factors that may influence migraine risk and severity, including air pollution, heat exposure, and other environmental conditions. Through his work, he seeks to better understand how the environment interacts with the brain and how these insights can improve prevention and treatment strategies for people living with migraine and other neurological disorders. Work with me? Perhaps we are a good match.  Keep Causes or Cures Ad-Free with Listener Support You can contact Dr. Eeks at bloomingwellness.com. Follow Eeks on Instagram here. On X.  Follow Public Health is Weird Or Facebook here. On Youtube. Or TikTok. SUBSCRIBE to her Newsletter here! (the bits not posted on socia media) Support the show

    46 мин.
  2. Can Music Prevent Cognitive Decline as We Age? With Professor Joanne Ryan

    -6 дн.

    Can Music Prevent Cognitive Decline as We Age? With Professor Joanne Ryan

    Send us Fan Mail Can listening to music help protect your brain as you age? In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks talks with Professor Joanne Ryan about her research on music, dementia risk, cognitive decline, and healthy aging. Drawing on data from thousands of older adults participating in the ASPREE Longitudinal Study of Older Persons (ALSOP), Professor Ryan discusses findings suggesting that frequent music engagement—including listening to music and playing a musical instrument—was associated with a lower risk of dementia and better cognitive outcomes over time. The conversation explores: • Whether listening to music can help reduce dementia risk • How playing a musical instrument may affect brain health • Proposed biological and cognitive mechanisms behind music's effects on the brain • Music, memory, and why some people with dementia can still remember and perform music • Whether certain types of music may be more beneficial than others • The limitations of observational research and what questions still remain unanswered If you've ever wondered whether your favorite playlist is doing more than entertaining you, this episode explores what the science currently says about music, memory, cognition, and the aging brain. About Professor Joanne Ryan Professor Joanne Ryan is a Principal Research Fellow and leader of the Biological Neuropsychiatry and Dementia research team at Monash University in Australia. Her research focuses on understanding the causes, prevention, and early detection of neuropsychiatric disorders, particularly dementia and depression. Her team investigates biological, lifestyle, and environmental risk factors that influence brain health and works to identify preventive strategies that may reduce the incidence of dementia and cognitive decline. The group also studies biomarkers that may improve the timing and accuracy of diagnosis and help evaluate the effectiveness of interventions.  Professor Ryan has published extensively on aging, cognition, dementia risk factors, mental health, and preventive approaches to healthy brain aging. Work with me? Perhaps we are a good match.  Keep Causes or Cures Ad-Free with Listener Support You can contact Dr. Eeks at bloomingwellness.com. Follow Eeks on Instagram here. Follow on X.  Follow Public Health is Weird Or Facebook here. On Youtube. Or TikTok. SUBSCRIBE to her Newsletter here! (the bits not posted on socia media) Support the show

    47 мин.
  3. Eeks Speakeasy: Long Whatever

    19 июн.

    Eeks Speakeasy: Long Whatever

    Send us Fan Mail A recent asthma attack in a pet store sends Dr. Eeks down a rabbit hole of thoughts about breathing, chronic illness, menstruation woes, panic versus biology, strangers helping strangers, an anxious dog that needs emotional support during human emergencies, the cost of ambulance rides, and how the day rarely goes the way you think it will. A story, a reflection...and a reminder that her lungs oppose intensity. DISCLAIMER: Eeks Speakeasy is part storytelling, part health discussion, and part one public health nerd failing to make sense of the world. Nothing here is health or medical advice. It's just Eeks thinking out loud.  Work with me? Perhaps we are a good match.  Keep Causes or Cures Ad-Free with Listener Support You can contact Dr. Eeks at bloomingwellness.com. Follow Eeks on Instagram here. Follow on X.  Follow Public Health is Weird Or Facebook here. On Youtube. Or TikTok. SUBSCRIBE to her Newsletter here! (the bits not posted on socia media) Support the show

    16 мин.
  4. Can You Be Happy Single? What the Research Really Says, with Prof Elyakim Kislev

    15 июн.

    Can You Be Happy Single? What the Research Really Says, with Prof Elyakim Kislev

    Send us Fan Mail Can you be genuinely happy and, even thrive,  as a single person?  In this episode, Professor Elyakim Kislev, author of Happy Singlehood: The Rising Acceptance and Celebration of Solo Living, discusses the growing global trend toward singlehood and what the research says about happiness, loneliness, marriage, and solo living.  We explore the difference between being alone and being lonely, why some people enter relationships out of fear of loneliness, and most importantly, what distinguishes happy singles from unhappy singles.  Professor Kislev also discusses the concepts of social loneliness and emotional loneliness, common myths surrounding singlehood, and findings suggesting that many never-married older adults report high levels of well-being and life satisfaction.  We also examine cultural pressures surrounding marriage and family formation, whether marriage itself improves health and happiness, how researchers study these questions, and what it really takes to build a meaningful, connected, and fulfilling life—whether you're single, married, dating, or somewhere in between. Professor Elyakim Kislev is a faculty member in the School of Public Policy and Government at The Hebrew University and a Research Fellow at the Truman Research Institute for the Advancement of Peace. He earned his Ph.D. in Sociology from Columbia University and holds master's degrees in counseling, public policy, and sociology. A Fulbright Fellow and recipient of the Award for Outstanding Fulbright Scholars, his research focuses on singlehood, family, well-being, and social policy. He is the author of Happy Singlehood: The Rising Acceptance and Celebration of Solo Living. Work with me? Perhaps we are a good match.  Keep Causes or Cures Ad-Free with Listener Support You can contact Dr. Eeks at bloomingwellness.com. Follow Eeks on Instagram here. On X.  Follow Public Health is Weird Or Facebook here. On Youtube. Or TikTok. SUBSCRIBE to her Newsletter here! (the bits not posted on socia media) Support the show

    59 мин.
  5. WTF Health News: Wait...Does the Type of Olive Oil Matter for Your Brain?

    12 июн.

    WTF Health News: Wait...Does the Type of Olive Oil Matter for Your Brain?

    Send us Fan Mail Today's Causes or Cures' WTF Health News with Dr. Eeks starts with olive oil and somehow ends with the microbiome. A recent study suggests that older adults consuming more virgin olive oil may perform better on cognitive tests than those consuming more refined olive oil. Researchers also found differences in the gut microbiome because, at this point, the microbiome appears contractually obligated to show up in every health study. Join Dr. Eeks in WTF Health News for a fun, quick, jargon-free look at what the study found, what it didn't find, and why nutrition science continues to keep us humble. For nerds and readers, here's a link to the study and to her plain-language blog.  Work with me? Perhaps we are a good match.  Keep Causes or Cures Ad-Free with Listener Support You can contact Dr. Eeks at bloomingwellness.com. Follow Eeks on Instagram here. Follow Public Health is Weird Or Facebook here. On Youtube. Or TikTok. SUBSCRIBE to her Newsletter here! (the bits not posted on socia media) Support the show

    10 мин.
  6. If Your Brain Changes, Are You Still You? With Dr. Masud Husain

    9 июн.

    If Your Brain Changes, Are You Still You? With Dr. Masud Husain

    Send us Fan Mail What makes you you? Is it your memories? Your personality? Your sense of humor? Your motivation? What happens when a neurological disease changes one of those things? In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks talks with neurologist, neuroscientist, and author Dr. Masud Husain about his new book, Our Brains, Our Selves: What a Neurologist's Patients Taught Him About the Brain. Drawing on the stories of seven patients with different neurological conditions, Dr. Husain explores how changes in the brain can profoundly affect identity, behavior, memory, motivation, humor, and our relationships with others. We discuss pathological apathy after stroke, personality changes caused by frontotemporal dementia, memory and Alzheimer's disease, the neurological basis of humor, and how cultural and spiritual beliefs shape the way people understand illness. We also explore bigger questions about free will, responsibility, consciousness, and whether there may be aspects of human experience that lie beyond a purely biological explanation. Dr. Husain shares what decades of caring for patients with neurological disorders have taught him about the brain—and about what it means to be human. Dr. Masud Husain is Professor of Neurology and Cognitive Neuroscience at the University of Oxford and a Professorial Fellow at New College, Oxford. His work spans neurology, neuroscience, psychology, and brain imaging, with a focus on understanding how the brain supports cognition in both healthy individuals and people with neurological disorders. He is also Editor-in-Chief of Brain, one of the world's leading and most influential neurology journals. Our Brains, Our Selves is his first book. Work with me? Perhaps we are a good match.  Keep Causes or Cures Ad-Free with Listener Support You can contact Dr. Eeks at bloomingwellness.com. Follow Eeks on Instagram here. Follow Public Health is Weird Or Facebook here. On Youtube. Or TikTok. SUBSCRIBE to her Newsletter here! (the bits not posted on socia media) Support the show Support the show

    55 мин.
  7. What Really Happens to Men’s Sex Lives as They Age? With Dr. Judson Brandeis

    18 мая

    What Really Happens to Men’s Sex Lives as They Age? With Dr. Judson Brandeis

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks speaks with Dr. Judson Brandeis, a board-certified urologist, sexual medicine specialist, surgeon, author, and founder of BrandeisMD, about erectile dysfunction, sexual wellness, aging, intimacy, and the rapidly growing men’s penile enhancement industry. Dr. Brandeis discusses his recent clinical research exploring whether nitric oxide boosting supplements may work synergistically with medications like Viagra to improve erectile function, as well as broader issues surrounding circulation, lifestyle, vascular health, mental health and sexual performance. He also describes 10 things men can do right now to improve their sexual health. The conversation explores: What causes erectile dysfunction (ED) and why it becomes more common with agingThe role blood flow and nitric oxide play in erectionsHow ED can sometimes signal broader cardiovascular, metabolic or psychological issuesThe difference between prescription ED drugs and supplementsSide effects and limitations of Viagra and CialisShockwave therapy and other emerging approaches in sexual medicine “Sexspan” and maintaining sexual health later in life  Relationship dynamics, intimacy, and communication  Men understanding women’s bodies and sexuality after menopause  The psychology and emotional impact of erectile dysfunction  Concerns surrounding the supplement industry and “male enhancement” products The difference between FDA approved medications and dietary supplementsDr. Brandeis also discusses his “P-Long” protocol, which he describes as a safe and effective way to increase the length, girth and function of a healthy man’s penis. Dr. Judson Brandeis is a board-certified urologist, surgeon, medical researcher, author, and physician educator with more than 25 years of experience in urology and men’s sexual health. Over his career, he has performed thousands of surgeries, helped pioneer surgical robotics, and served as Chief of Urology at John Muir Hospital and Hill Physicians for over a decade. Dr. Brandeis attended Brown University, earned his MD from Vanderbilt University, received a Howard Hughes research award at Harvard Medical School, and completed his surgery and urology residency at UCLA. In recent years, his work has focused on men’s wellness, sexual medicine, erectile function, intimacy, and “sexspan,” with an emphasis on helping men improve quality of life, physical intimacy, and overall health as they age. You can learn more about Dr. Brandeis and his work at: BrandeisMD Work with me? Perhaps we are a good match.  Keep Causes or Cures Ad-Free with Listener Support You can contact Dr. Eeks at bloomingwellness.com. Follow Eeks on Instagram here. Follow Public Health is Weird Or Facebook here. On Youtube. Or TikTok. SUBSCRIBE to her Newsletter here! (the bits not posted on socia media) Support the show

    1 ч. 9 мин.
  8. What If Your Cough Was Being Measured 24/7? With Dr. Peter Small

    2 мая

    What If Your Cough Was Being Measured 24/7? With Dr. Peter Small

    Send us Fan Mail Do you cough a lot?  Does someone you know cough a lot?  What if you could actually measure it, continuously?   For people with chronic cough, those question matters.  Because right now, most of what we know about cough comes from self-report. And that’s not very precise. In this episode, Dr. Eeks speaks with Dr. Peter Small from Hyfe, a company using AI to continuously detect and count coughs, turning a common but poorly measured symptom into something objective. Hyfe is the FIRST company to create a tool to continuously monitor coughing.  Their technology processes sound in real time and records cough events without storing audio, allowing for long-term, privacy-preserving monitoring. Hyfe is part of a growing field called acoustic epidemiology, which uses body sounds, like coughs, to better understand health and disease patterns. We talk about: what a cough actually is, and how you define and quantify ithow many people struggle with chronic coughwhat “continuous cough monitoring” looks like in real lifebad coughs vs good coughshow Hyfe measures coughwhy measuring cough is useful for people who want to monitor their health more closelyand whether cough monitoring and patterns could eventually be used for public health surveillanceWe also discuss cough suppression therapy (CST), a behavioral treatment often delivered by speech-language pathologists, which has been shown to significantly reduce symptoms in many patients with chronic cough. Hyfe plans to offer it as a digital therapy folks can access from home.  Dr. Peter Small is the Chief Medical Officer of Hyfe, where he focuses on using acoustic AI to improve human health. An infectious disease specialist, he has spent his career developing global health solutions, with a particular focus on tuberculosis. His work has spanned Stanford University, the Gates Foundation—where he led major TB initiatives—and global programs in India, Madagascar, and Nepal, using technology to expand access to care.   Work with me? Perhaps we are a good match.  Keep Causes or Cures Ad-Free with Listener Support You can contact Dr. Eeks at bloomingwellness.com. Follow Eeks on Instagram here. Follow Public Health is Weird Or Facebook here. On Youtube. Or TikTok. SUBSCRIBE to her Newsletter here! (the bits not posted on socia media) Support the show

    51 мин.
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"For the Nerds and the Nerd Nots" Causes or Cures is a public health podcast hosted by Dr. Eeks (ErinKate Stair, MD, MPH).  It's an independent, offbeat, grassroots show driven by curiosity and a passion for breaking down complex health topics into bite sized, easy to understand insights. There are no institutional affiliations.  *FOLLOW PUBLIC HEALTH IS WEIRD ON INSTAGRAM: @doctoreeks Dr. Eeks is a public health professional specializing in applied epidemiology and health communication. She works on complex and timely national public health issues and is all about making the science relatable...often using a blue collar (probably irreverant) sense of humor to drive the message home. Why? Because in public health, you can be completely accurate and still fail if the message does not connect. On this podcast, Dr. Eeks talks with experts from around the world (doctors, researchers, public health pros, clinicians and more) to dive into the latest hot topics in public health and research, all in a down-to-earth kind of way. She also includes people with compelling stories of healing and "characters" because life is too boring and short to leave out "characters" and not embrace the weird. ;) DISCLAIMER: Some topics are more controversial than others, so keep in mind that this is information only and not health advice. If you are battling an individual health issue, always check in with your doctor & don't run with anything on podcast as advice. Dr. Eeks doesn't endorse any of her guests' views, and despite a strict health routine, nor does she endorse any products, supplements, oils, magic socks or potions. (If an episode is sponsored or underwritten by a company she thinks is cool, she will say so in the show notes.) While she has a MD, she does not practice medicine (she's a full-time public health nerd), so she does not give out medical advice nor should you treat anything on this podcast as medical advice.  Causes or Cures is not a "news site." It's about having down-to-earth conversations, and Dr. Eeks is confident that she can have a respectful conversation with anyone, even people who think far differently than she does. At least that's been her experience at hole-in-the-walls & on sidewalks across the world. The point is to not take anything here as Gospel.  Sometimes Dr. Eeks' dog Barnaby makes his opinion known, but the good news is that he's a smart dog.  Most importantly, she hopes this podcast encourages folks to stay curious, empathic, hopeful, compassionate, honest, open-minded, and engaged. Freedom of discussion is a beautiful thing, delightfully messy, and one that many take for granted. *The views on this podcast do not reflect the views of anyone she contracts with or consults for on various public health projects.  **You can help keep Causes or Cure independent and ad-free by hitting the "Support" button in the upper corner. ***Want to work together or share a thought? You can contact Dr. Eeks through her website, bloomingwellness.com. ****SIGN UP for her Newsletter HERE: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/xnqmy06

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