Did you know that the human microbiome consisting of trillions of microorganisms (also called microbiota or microbes) of thousands of different species is what constitutes our "gut"?   These include not only bacteria but fungi, parasites, and viruses. In a healthy person, these “bugs” coexist peacefully, with the largest numbers found in the small and large intestines but also throughout the body. The microbiome is even labeled a supporting organ because it plays so many key roles in promoting the smooth daily operations of the human body. In this episode, Dr. Baskies speaks with renowned dietician, Kelly Springer about the importance of gut health.  Ms. Springer is the founder of Kelly's Choice (https://www.kellyschoice.org/) -- a company focused on empowering individuals to pursue better living by investing in healthier lifestyles and nutrition programs.

In this episode, Dr. Baskies explores the HPV crisis in the US with renowned subject matter expert, Dr. Richard Wender -- chair of Family Medicine and Community Health in the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. In addition, Dr. Baskies interviews an HPV patient who was diagnosed with the virus late in life and developed cancer as a result. 

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In this episode, Dr. Baskies welcomes Bill Novelli, the former CEO of AARP and, currently, founder of the Georgetown Business for Impact and Distinguished Professor at Georgetown University's  McDonough School of Business. Bill's new, highly acclaimed book is "Good Business: The Talk, Fight, Win Way to Change The World". Together, Bill and Dr. Baskies unpack how Big Tobacco continues to push cigarettes and also vaping. In addition, they will examine what people need and want when they are seriously ill and what our health system provides.  Tune in and subscribe.