Polio is not gone. Here is what you need to know, why it still matters, and how to stay protected. In this episode of Funny Medicine, Evie and Julie break down polio in plain English. We cover the history, the science, and what recent headlines mean for your family. We focus on medical facts, not politics.

What you will learn

• What polio is, how it spreads, and who is at risk

• Symptoms, paralysis rates, and why breathing muscles are the danger

• How vaccines from Jonas Salk and Albert Sabin cut cases by more than 99 percent worldwide

• Iron lung history, and why only a handful of people still use one

• Where polio persists today, and why eradication is close but not finished

• 2022 New York case and London wastewater findings, explained

• Florida polio news and the end of state vaccine mandates, what this means for you

• How to check your vaccine records and keep your family protected

00:00 Intro and merch

01:02 What polio is

03:15 How it spreads

05:10 Symptoms and paralysis

08:20 Iron lungs, the hard truth

10:05 Salk vs Sabin, what changed

13:40 Global progress and setbacks

16:30 New York and London updates

19:05 Florida policy news

21:10 What you can do today

23:00 Closing notes

Funny Medicine is hosted by Yvy and Julie. Two moms in science who translate complex health topics into clear, practical takeaways. New episodes every week.

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Mitochondria are often called the “powerhouses of the cell,” but what happens when they stop working? In this episode of the Funny Medicine Podcast, we break down mitochondrial disorders, explain why they are so complex and rare, and bust myths spreading on social media about so-called mitochondrial challenges.

You’ll learn:

• What mitochondrial disorders are and how they affect the body

• Why these conditions are inherited through maternal DNA • The real symptoms and daily struggles patients face

• Why diagnosing and managing mitochondrial disease is so difficult

• The truth about myths linking vaccines to mitochondrial disorders

• The latest science, including mitochondrial donation techniques

Our goal is to replace pseudoscience with facts. By explaining these genetic disorders clearly, we show why credible information and ongoing research matter more than viral misinformation. Whether you are a student, healthcare professional, or curious listener, this episode gives you a better understanding of the science of mitochondria and the future of treatment.

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Juice cleanse hype meets real science. We break down detox diet claims, Master Cleanse history, celery juice, and the cucumber salad trend. Learn what helps, what harms, and what to do instead.

What you get:

What a juice cleanse is and how programs run Master Cleanse origins and celebrity buzz

Detox myths versus real biology, liver and kidneys handle detox

Short term weight loss versus rebound weight gain

Risks, low protein, blood sugar swings, food safety, kidney stone risk, electrolyte issues

Trends, cucumber salad TikTok, celery juice mornings, “detox” teas

Safer moves, whole foods, fiber, protein, hydration, sustainable habits

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Save money on cleanse kits

Protect health with evidence based choices

Spot marketing tactics that shape wellness fads

Use simple swaps that raise nutrition today

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Ever felt like you "know" a celebrity, streamer, or fictional character? You're not alone. In this episode, we dive into parasocial relationships: the one-sided bonds we form with people who may never know we exist.

We explore where the idea came from in the 1950s with psychologists Donald Horton and Richard Wohl, how it's evolved with social media, and why our brains are wired to feel connected to people on screens.

You'll learn about:

• What parasocial relationships are (and how they differ from being a fan)

• Why we get attached to creators, celebrities, and characters

• The benefits: companionship, inspiration, identity, stigma reduction

• The risks: obsession, isolation, and when things cross the line

• Modern twists: stan culture, influencer marketing, AI companions, VTubers

• Myth-busting common misconceptions It's a funny, honest conversation about something most of us experience without realizing it.

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Horton & Wohl (1956) - Original parasocial interaction study Harvard Health (2023) - Parasocial relationships and loneliness gaps TIME Magazine (2023) - In defense of parasocial relationships Lamarche et al. (2024) - Parasocial relationships fulfill emotional needs Lam et al. (2022) - YouTube parasocial relationships reduce mental health stigma Zajonc (1968) - Mere exposure effect and familiarity Coyne et al. (2018) - Meta-analysis of prosocial media effects Mares & Pan (2013) - Sesame Street learning across 15 countries Schiappa et al. (2005) - Parasocial contact hypothesis Risks: Cohen (2004) - Parasocial breakups and attachment styles U.S. Surgeon General (2023) - Loneliness epidemic advisory Joseph et al. (2023) - VTubers and social support Maeda et al. (2024) - AI companions public perceptions Hartmann (2008) - Parasocial interaction encyclopedia entry

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Step into one of history’s most shocking medical and cultural practices: foot binding in China. Also known as Lotus Feet, this brutal tradition started in the 10th century and crushed generations of women under the weight of “beauty standards.”

From our Patreon archives, this exclusive episode of the Funny Medicine Podcast is now available for everyone.

We break down:

• The origins of foot binding and why it became a status symbol

• The painful bone-breaking process and the lifelong health consequences

• The link between foot binding, sexuality, and power in ancient China

• How the practice persisted for centuries, despite bans in the early 20th century

• The psychological and physical toll it took on women

• How Western influence, cultural change, and female autonomy movements led to its decline

This isn’t just medical history, it’s a raw look at how culture and control over women’s bodies shaped generations. If you love shocking medical history, dark health facts, and stories you won’t believe are true, hit subscribe and join us every week for more.

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This week on Funny Medicine, we break down the wildest recent health and medical news stories with facts, humor, and just the right dose of sarcasm. 🩺

What we cover in this episode:

• The hidden dangers of popular supplements like turmeric, green tea extract, and ashwagandha linked to liver damage

• The world’s first three-parent IVF babies born in the UK to block mitochondrial diseases

• The Trump administration’s cut to PFAS farm research and why it matters for your food and water

• Silicon Valley’s “super baby” embryo screening controversy

• The new obesity definition that reclassifies millions of Americans

• How pesticide exposure during pregnancy is linked to brain changes in kids

• A tragic MRI accident caused by metal in the scan room

• The U.S. fertility rate hitting a record low in 2024 •

Breathing in over 70,000 microplastic particles every day at home and in your car

• Lunchables tested with lead and high sodium; should you pack them for your kids?

• The hidden risks of artificial turf fields • Meta caught violating privacy laws with Flo period-tracking data

• The FDA’s warning on radioactive shrimp sold at Walmart

✨ Why you should watch: If you want to stay updated on trending medical news, health risks, and the strangest but true stories hitting science headlines, all while laughing through it; this is the episode for you.

⚡ Timestamps:

00:00 Intro

00:45 Supplements & liver damage

04:15 IVF with DNA from 3 people

08:30 PFAS research cuts & food safety

12:10 Silicon Valley “super babies”

16:00 Obesity redefined

19:30 Prenatal pesticide risks

23:00 MRI accident explained

26:45 U.S. fertility hits record low

30:20 Microplastics in lungs

34:10 Lunchables lead & sodium

37:50 Artificial turf dangers

41:20 Meta’s period-tracking scandal

45:00 Radioactive shrimp recall

48:00 Final thoughts

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Target twins, then myth-busting. In this Funny Medicine episode, we unpack pseudoscience in health: what it is, how to spot it, and why it can hurt. From homeopathy and detox cleanses to medical astrology, Reiki, and viral TikTok hacks, we keep it clear, evidence-based, and useful for real life.

What you’ll hear:

• What makes something pseudoscience vs real science

• Why “like cures like” and ultra-dilutions in homeopathy don’t hold up

• Detox claims vs what your liver and kidneys already do 24/7

• Astrology in healthcare and why controlled tests find chance-level results

• Energy healing and the placebo effect

• Viral health hacks, influencer claims, and the risk of fake cancer cures

• How pseudoscience delays care, wastes money, and fuels outbreaks

• A simple checklist for sanity when wellness trends pop up

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Vibrio vulnificus is not rare. This episode explains why it is trending and why you should care.

You will learn:

• Where it lives, including the Gulf of Mexico and US East Coast

• How warmer waters from climate change are increasing its spread

• How people get infected from raw or undercooked seafood, especially oysters

• How open wounds exposed to contaminated water lead to severe infections

• What symptoms to watch for, including gastroenteritis, septicemia, and necrotizing wound infections

• Who is at highest risk, such as those with chronic liver disease or weakened immune systems

• How to lower your risk by avoiding raw shellfish and covering wounds

• Why fast medical treatment, antibiotics, and sometimes surgery are critical

We also share a real case of a man who died after swimming with a new tattoo in Gulf waters.

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