Curated Video
Do You Lie To Your Doctor?
Alok and Sheena take to the streets to ask people why they lie to their doctor. What are they really afraid of? We’ll reveal the most common lies and why they’re so dangerous. Our goal: to help you have a more candid and healthy...
Curated Video
Are We in a Loneliness Epidemic?
Studies indicate that 1 in 5 Americans always or often feel lonely or socially isolated. The overall impact of loneliness on mental wellness is still being determined, however researchers suggest the risk effects of loneliness, isolation...
Curated Video
5 Supplements That Might Not Be Worth the Hype
Dietary supplements have become a staple of the American diet, with half of all American adults taking a multivitamin or other dietary supplement regularly. But how much of the supplements craze is backed by research? With a panel of...
Curated Video
What to Know About the Monkeypox Outbreak
Thousands of cases of monkeypox have been reported in countries where, historically, the virus is not endemic. But this virus isn’t new. In fact, Monkeypox is currently endemic in parts of West and Central Africa and scientists have...
Curated Video
Kids and the COVID Vaccine: Everything You Need to Know
Now that children are back in school, they could be bringing home COVID-19 along with their homework. A vaccine could change that. Alok and Sheena explain the vaccine development process and address key issues and questions that are...
Curated Video
How Much Should You Really Be Drinking?
The Advice on Alcohol is Changing. Alok and Sheena will talk about the trend of Dry January, and share surprising facts about drinking. Whether or not you want to reset your relationship with alcohol, Alok and Sheena have you covered!
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Who Has the Best Sex Life? (It’s Not Who You Think)
Everyone wants to talk about sex, but not when grandma and grandpa are involved! Well, it’s about time we grow up. OLDER PEOPLE are HAVING SEX and some are having a lot of it! Sheena Williams, RN and Alok Patel, MD chat with geriatrician...
Curated Video
Can You Fully Recover From Depression?
Disclaimer: All of the information on this channel is for educational purposes and not intended to be specific/personal medical advice from me to you. Watching the videos or getting answers to comments/question, does not establish a...
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Fruits Group
"Fruits Group" introduces the five fabulous food groups and focuses on the fruits group, discussing nutritional value, examples of healthful fruits, and recipes using fruit.
Neuro Transmissions
Why gratitude is good for you (seriously)
Gratitude may sound like a woo-woo concept, but science shows it might be a key to happiness. Gratitude is not just for the good times. I know it’s hard to feel grateful in 2020, but now is when we need it most. Believe it or not,...
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Holiday Wishes Level 2 - Part 3: Maximizing Your Holiday Break for a Fulfilling Return
Welcome to the final installment of Holiday Wishes Level 2! Today, Jesse shares five essential tips to help you make the most of your holiday break, so you return to school feeling happy, fulfilled, and rejuvenated. Learn why...
Vlogbrothers
Bill Gates and John Green Discuss Global Health
A special bonus video in which John Green and Microsoft founder Bill Gates talk about how Ethiopia has reduced its infant mortality dramatically in the past twenty years.
Vlogbrothers
Why Are American Health Care Costs So High?
In which John discusses the complicated reasons why the United States spends so much more on health care than any other country in the world, and along the way reveals some surprising information, including that Americans spend more of...
Curated Video
Introduction to Basketball
This video introduces viewers to basketball, including basic rules and the skills involved in playing the sport. It also includes information about the numerous healthy benefits it provides, including calorie burning, endurance building,...
The Wall Street Journal
The Art and Science of Well-Being
Arianna Huffington, founder of Thrive Global, discusses the future of work and shares solutions that could help us cope with stress and anxiety at WSJ Tech Health.
Curated Video
Benefits and Styles of High Intensity Interval Training
In this video, the benefits of high intensity interval training (HIIT) are discussed. The speaker highlights several advantages of incorporating HIIT into a fitness routine. The video also compares three leading interval training...
Curated Video
Introduction to Tai Chi
This video provides an overview of Tai Chi, a low impact and relaxing exercise that originated as a Chinese martial art. They explain that Tai Chi is practiced for both defense training and health benefits, and it focuses on enhancing...
The Africa Channel
Care for Color - For the Love of Water: This man overcame his fears to learn to swim
This series presents the art of taking care of oneself, unique to people of color, with a specific focus on wellness in all its forms. Host Ngozi Paul takes on the stereotype that black people can’t swim. In the process, discovering the...
The Africa Channel
Care for Color - For the Love of Water: The history of black people and swimming
This series presents the art of taking care of oneself, unique to people of color, with a specific focus on wellness in all its forms. Host Ngozi Paul takes on the stereotype that black people can’t swim. In the process, discovering the...
Curated Video
Introduction to Dance
This video explores the many benefits and forms of dance, highlighting its ability to raise heart rate, improve circulation, and provide a full-body workout. It also discusses the therapeutic and emotional benefits of dance, as well as...
Healthcare Triage
Wellness Programs Don't Really Work
The gold standard of medical research, the randomized controlled trial, has been taking a bit of a beating lately. An entire issue of the journal Social Science and Medicine was recently devoted to it, with many articles pointing to...
Curated Video
Introduction to Hiking
This video promotes the benefits of hiking as a great way to get in shape while enjoying the outdoors. It highlights the numerous health benefits, including cardiovascular exercise, muscle strength, weight loss, and improved mental...
The Wall Street Journal
ZocDoc and Dexcom on the Telemedicine Boom
The coronavirus pandemic has given the fledgling telemedicine industry a boost as patients flocked online for doctor consultations. ZocDoc and Dexcom CEOs discuss how telemedicine is transforming healthcare.
Curated Video
Healthy Fruits and Fasting
This video discusses the importance of incorporating fruits into our regular diet for optimal health. It highlights the various benefits of fruits, including reducing the risk of chronic diseases, aiding in digestion, and promoting...