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You Make Me Sick!
by You Make Me Sick!
In this podcast we take a look at a wide variety of illnesses, microorganisms, and potential new therapies and treatments. We also dive into the world of nursing, medicine, and medical treatments. From Ebola to ketamine therapy, to hangovers and health care careers. If it makes you sick, (or might even make you better) there's a good chance we will discuss it.
Episodes
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Deciphering the Continuing Dengue Crisis - with Special Guest Dr. Davidson Hamer
In our latest episode, we are joined by tropical infectious disease specialist Dr. Davidson Hamer to discuss the continuing dengue fever crisis. We discuss the past and current trajectory of dengue, possible interventions to help stop its spread, and what clinicians and medical professionals…
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Can AI Pass the NCLEX? - And Could AI Become a Registered Nurse?
In our latest episode, we put AI to the test—literally. The NCLEX (National Council Licensure Examination) is the certification exam that every Registered Nurse (RN) and Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) must pass to become licensed to practice in the United States and Canada. With artificial...
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Ebola, Hantavirus, and Understanding their Current Trajectories - with Special Guest Dr. Nahid Bhadelia
In this episode we are joined by Infectious disease specialist Dr. Nahid Bhadelia, the Founder and Director of the Centers on Emerging Infectious Diseases, and Director of the Biothreats Emergence, Analysis and Communications Network (BEACON) . Dr. Bhadelia also has fron line experience providing...
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NURSES WEEK SPECIAL!!! - ICU Nurse Management; Balancing Patients, Staff, and Crisis in Intensive Care - With Special Guest ICU Nursing Director Avital Rech
NURSES WEEK SPECIAL!!! In our latest episode we are joined by Avital Rech who is the current Nursing Director of the Medical, Cardiac and Float Pool ICUs at Boston Medical Center. Avital joins us to discuss her role in nursing management, and her experiences and career path in nursing that led to...
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Emergency Management: Orchestrating a Symphony of Chaos with Special Guest Zania Campos MPA, ABCP
In our latest episode we are joined by Zania Campos, MPA, ABCP, Director of Emergency Management at Boston Medical Center, to discuss the critical role of emergency management, what it is, how it effects the way healthcare systems respond to disasters, and how preparations are made for a variety…
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Rapid Response Nursing: Prevention and Intervention Before the Code Blue- With Special Guest Rapid Response RN David Ibbitson
In our latest episode, we are joined by Rapid Response Team (RRT) RN David Ibbitson. David is an RRT nurse at Boston Medical Center whose role encompasses preventing critical patient events such as cardiac and respiratory arrest, responding to non-patient incidents where medical intervention may…
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BEACON: Outsmarting Outbreaks by using AI to Detect the Next Global Threat- With Special Guests Dr. Nahid Bhadelia and Dr. Britta Lassmann
In our latest episode we are joined by the Co founders of The Biothreats Emergence, Analysis and Communications Network (BEACON). BEACON is dedicated to the rapid collection, vetting, reporting, and analysis of information on emerging threats affecting humans, domestic animals, wildlife, plants…
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Holiday Special!!! Deck the Halls with Bowel Woes and a Runny Nose: Norovirus, Salmonella & Holiday Respiratory Illness
In this episode we celebrate this joyous time of year filled with delicious foods, gatherings of family and friends, and all of the pathogens that happen to play Grinch with our holiday plans. We discuss respiratory germs to gut bugs, including salmonella, and the king of all food borne…
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ICU Delirium - Often Missed and Misunderstood - With Special Guest Nursing Educator Allison Kaelblein RN,MSN, CCRN
In our latest episode, we are joined by Allison Kaelblein, RN, MSN, CCRN (and soon to be DNP). Allison is a Nursing Educator in the Medical ICU at Boston Medical Center, in this episode she joins us to discuss her passion for and current work on ICU delirium. Allison explains what ICU delirium…
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Treatment on Hold: The Hidden Cost of Prior Authorizations - With Special Guest - Dr. Christopher Kearney
In our latest episode we welcome new Host Mikayla Winn MSN as she speaks with Pulmonologist and Critical Care Attending Dr. Christopher Kearney. They discuss the convoluted and frustrating topic of Prior Authorizations. Prior authorizations were originally designed to be used by insurance…
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YMMS! Snapshot - The Screwworm!!
In under 10 minutes we delve into this destructive and sometimes deadly parasite, we discuss what it is, what it does and why decades after being eradicated from the US this flesh eating insect is again raising concerns.
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YMMS! Snapshot - Measles Virus
In our first YMMS! Snapshot, we take a quick look at the Measles virus. In under 10 minutes, we discuss what it is, how it's spread, who it's affecting, the importance of vaccination, and the current state of measles in the U.S.
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H5N1: History, Virology, Surveillance and the Looming Pandemic Risk - With Special Guest Dr. Louise Moncla
In our latest episode, we’re extremely fortunate to be joined by evolutionary virologist and avian influenza researcher Dr. Louise Moncla to discuss the current H5N1 situation in the U.S. and around the world. We cover the history of H5N1, how the virus might mutate, the current risks to both...
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Nurse's Week Spotlight: A Story of Resilience, Purpose and Dedication - with Special Guest Suzette Bianchi RN
In this episode, we speak with Suzette Bianchi, RN. Suzette is a Charge RN in the Medical Intensive Care Unit at Boston Medical Center and has been at the bedside for over 30 years. She has been on the front lines of medical crises from the AIDS epidemic of the 1980s to the COVID-19 pandemic. She...
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Healthcare on the Streets: How Boston’s Healthcare for the Homeless Program Saves Lives - with special guest BHCHP COO April Ramsey
In this episode, we are joined by Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program (BHCHP) COO, April Ramsey, to discuss the incredible—and often overlooked—care provided to people experiencing homelessness in Boston. We explore how, over the past 40 years, the program has evolved to not only deliver...
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A.I. in Medicine: Predicting Cancer & Transforming Healthcare – with Dr. Adam Yala
In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Adam Yala to explore his groundbreaking research on using A.I. to predict breast cancer with his deep learning model, Mirai. We dive into the potential of A.I. in healthcare, the challenges it faces, and what the future may hold—including whether A.I. could…
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Code Blue and Beyond: The Life of an ICU Nurse Practitioner - with Special Guest Taylor Rogerson AGACNP-BC
In this episode we are joined by special guest Taylor Rogerson NP. Taylor works as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner in the Medical ICU at Boston Medical Center. Taylor joins us to discuss her very unique role as an NP in an ICU setting and how this differs from most NP roles.. Taylor's ability to...
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Food Insecurity - What it is, Who it Effects, and How to Help Those in Need with Special Guest Pastor Abby Henrich
In this episode we are joined by Pastor Abby Henrich to discuss the issue of food insecurity. We discuss what food insecurity is, who it is most likely to effect, why it can be so detrimental to overall health, and how to help those in need, especially at this time of year when so many benefit…
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Bacteriophages, Biofilms, Biofouling and MDROs with Special Guest Phage Researcher and Scientist Atif Khan
In this episode we are joined by Bacteriophage scientist and researcher Atif Khan, we discuss his research in using phages to fight biofouling, biofilms and MRSA. We also discuss the current state of phage therapy in India compared to the United States as well as the possible use of phages in...
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Day Zero Antivirals and Preventing the Next Pandemic - with Special Guest Dr. Brian Wang
In this episode we are joined by Scientist and Researcher Dr. Brian Wang to discuss the work he and his colleagues are pursuing at Panoplia Laboratories in Cambridge MA. Dr. Wang and his team are in pursuit of Broad Spectrum Antivirals that can be available on day zero of the next pandemic. We...
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Wastewater - Innovative Treatment and Surveillance with Special Guest DIWTP Director David Duest
In this episode we are joined by David Duest, David is the Director of the Deer Island Wastewater Treatment Plant in Boston MA. DIWTP is the 2nd largest wastewater treatment plant in the United States servicing over 2.3 million people and 43 different communities. It boasts several innovative...
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Arboviruses - Dengue, West Nile and EEE with Special Guest Dr. Davidson Hamer
In this episode we are joined again by Tropical and Infectious Disease Specialist Dr. Davidson Hamer. We discuss Arboviruses, what they are, how they are spread, and what kinds of illnesses they can cause. We talk in depth about the current Dengue spread and what may be driving the historic...
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Bacteriophages, New Discoveries and the Fight Against MDROs - With Special Guest Dr. Sian Owen
In this episode we are joined by Microbiologist and phage enthusiast Dr. Sian Owen to discuss exactly what phages are, how they work, and the latest in phage research that may yield new tools in the fight against antibiotic resistance in bacteria. Dr. Owen recently finished her post doctoral...
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Police as First Responders - Training, Stress, PTSD and Compassion fatigue - With Special Guest Officer Jake Ballensky
In this episode we are joined by Elko NV police office Jake Ballensky. Officer Ballensky is a US national Guard Veteran having served tours in both Iraq and Afghanistan and has experience as a police officer working for the Las Vegas Metro Police Department and Elko NV police department. Today he...
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From Undergraduate to ICU Attending - The how and why - With special guest Dr. Brandon Pang!
In this episode we are joined by Pulmonologist and Critical Care physician Dr. Brandon Pang. Brandon is a Physician at Boston Medical Center specializing critical care and pulmonology. He takes us through his journey from undergraduate, to medical school, to his Internship, Residency and...
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H5N1 - Current spread and concerns for the next possible pandemic. With special guest Dr. Davidson Hamer
In this episode we speak to Infectious Disease Specialist Dr. Davidson Hamer and explore the current H5N1 spread among US cattle and if there is potential for spread to humans, and if so, could this cause the next great pandemic due to such high mortality rates and airborne spread. Dr. Hamer is...
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Integrative Nursing with special guest Integrative Nursing Fellow Timothy M. RN
In this episode we have a special guest. Recently published, Integrative Nursing Fellow Timothy Murphy joins us to discuss the role of integrative nursing in medicine. He explains what it is, how it can aid in reduction of pain, anxiety and need for pharmacological interventions, and how it is…
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What is a Nursing Educator? With Special Guest ICU Nursing Educator Allison K. RN
In this episode we welcome Allison K., an ICU Nurse Educator at a level one trauma center in Boston MA. Allison is here to discuss the roles, responsibilities, and future of nursing education. As well as the challenges post pandemic, and possibility of A.I. in nursing. You won't want to miss this...
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Mercy Ships with special guest RN Hannah
In this episode we get a chance to speak with Hannah M., a dear friend and fellow ICU RN who will be taking her second trip to Africa with Mercy Ships, we discuss Mercy Ships, their history, what they do and who they help. We also discuss Hannah's experience onboard the ship and how those who…
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Ketamine and Depression - (with special guest John P.)!!!
In this episode we have a special guest, John, who discusses his use of Ketamine to treat depression, he shares his story, and we talk a bit about Ketamine, how it works, and its side effects and possible uses. You would have to be stuck in a K-hole not listen to this episode.
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Colon Cancer (with special guest Gina)!!
In this episode we have a special guest, Gina. Gina is on to share her story about her battle with colon cancer. We will discuss some statistics on colon cancer, then dive into her history with the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the US. We also get into some KMS podcast talk, which is…
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Hangovers!!!
In this episode we take a look at something that will make you sick that is neither bacteria, fungus, virus or other pathogen, today we discuss, the hangover. We will look at what causes them, and if there is any way to prevent them. You would have to be drunk to miss this episode!!!
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Bacteriophages - The deadliest organisms on earth!!!
In this episode we deviate from our usual subject matter to look at an organism that might actually make you well, instead of make you sick. The deadliest organism on earth, the Bacteriophage, may help to provide a new alternative using not so new science in the fight against drug resistant...
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Rabies virus!!!!
In this episode we discuss the extremely fatal rabies virus, how it is spread, how it can be prevented, and its extremely high mortality rate. You will be foaming at the mouth for this Rhabdovirus.!!!!
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Lead Toxicity - Heavy Metals part II !!!
In this episode we take a look at the heavy metal lead, and its toxic effects on the brain and the rest of the body, we also explore where lead is still found in the environment today, and how deadly it can be if untreated. Dio himself would approve of this heavy metal breakdown!!!
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Arsenic Toxicity - Heavy Metals part I !!!
In this episode we discuss Arsenic and acute and chronic toxic exposures, as well as the sources, pathology and treatments of this heavy metal. Ozzy himself would bang his head to this heavy metal breakdown!!!!!
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Shigella !!!!
In this episode we explore the enterobacteria Shigella, this nasty gut bug is responsible for close to 200 million infections world wide and one million deaths per year, and with new drug resistant strains becoming more common, it is a pathogen that needs to be watched. You will want to keep an…
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Filoviruses - Ebola and Marburg Viruses!!!!
In this episode we take a look at two very deadly and contagious filoviruses, Ebola and Marburg viruses. These two viruses cause hemorrhagic fevers and often result in high mortality rates during outbreaks, similar to the current outbreak in Equatorial Guinea which has already caused 8 deaths.
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Herpes Series part III - Herpes Simplex Virus 2 - Genital Herpes!!!
In this episode we discuss the ugliest of all the Herpes viruses, HSV 2 which is responsible for genital herpes, we will take a look at how it is transmitted, symptoms, treatments, and some epidemiology. This episode is truly the gift that keeps on giving!!
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Nipah Virus !!!!
In this episode we take a look at Nipah Virus, a rare but very deadly and possible pandemic causing virus. Though not a very well known virus, the high mortality rate, and routes of transmission give this virus a chance to become the next global pandemic!!!!
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Herpes series part II, Herpes Simplex Virus 1 !!!
In this episode we take a look at Herpes simplex virus 1, which is most commonly associated with cold sores, but may cause harm to other parts of the body, including the brain, leading to possible death. Better get out the Carmex for this episode!!!
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Now on Twitter
Just wanted to give a heads up that we are now on Twitter at #MakeMeSickPod, hoping to use this as a way to receive feedback, but also give more up to date information on current infectious disease topics. Thanks for listening!!!
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Herpes Series Part 1 - Epstein-Barr Virus and Mononucleosis (Herpes Virus 4)!!
In this episode we start our Herpes virus series with a look at Epstein Barr virus and mononucleosis, how it is transmitted, possible complications and possible links to long covid. This is truly the gift that keeps on giving!
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Mycobacterium Tuberculosis - TB!!!!!
In this episode we take a look at the microorganism Mycobacterium Tuberculosis and TB infections. We discuss the types of TB, how you might get infected, treatments, and drug resistance, as well as some notable people who have had the TB bug. You might want to cover your mouth when taking in this...
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RSV!!!
In this episode we discuss the respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, we will talk about the virus, how it effects the airways, how to treat it, and possible reasons for why it is currently pushing pediatric units and hospitals to full capacity. This episode is nothing to sneeze at!!
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Thanksgiving Thank You!!
In this Episode I just wanted to express my thanks and gratitude to my listeners, and also also provide a few Turkey day tips and recommendations to avoid food poisoning from that nasty bug Salmonella!! Thanks again to all of you for listening, and hope you all have a very happy Thanksgiving!
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Acute Radiation Syndrome!!!
In this episode we take a break from the world of microorganisms to shed some light on acute radiation syndrome and its causes, the symptoms, related illnesses and treatments, we also discuss the curious case of the Radium Girls. You might be glowing after listening to this episode!
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Poliovirus !!
In this episode we discuss the Picornaviridae virus that causes Polio. This virus, though almost completely eradicated from the world, has recently started to make a resurgence in both the US and worldwide. You'll want to make sure your vaccinations are up to date after listening to this episode!!
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Brain Eating Amoebas!! Naegleria Fowleri
In this episode we dive into the brain eating amoeba N. Fowleri and how it invades the brain and leaves almost no survivors in its wake. You might think twice about diving into that refreshing lake or pond after hearing this episode!!!!
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Syphilis !!! (Treponema pallidum)
In this episode we will start with a Monkey Pox update, followed by a dive into the STI Syphilis, we will discuss the bacteria, it's history, properties, the current treatments, epidemiology and impact on the world today. You might want to use protection when listening to this episode!
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In this podcast we take a look at a wide variety of illnesses, microorganisms, and potential new therapies and treatments. We also dive into the world of nursing, medicine, and medical treatments. From Ebola to ketamine therapy, to hangovers and health care careers. If it makes you sick, (or might even make you better) there's a good chance we will discuss it.
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