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What's Health Got to Do with It?

Autism and stigma; when medicine gets it wrong

Megan Rhiannon
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NPR

On this week’s program, Dr. Joe Sirven explores the history of autism and how outdated perspectives have shaped societal perceptions of the developmental disorder. He discusses the myths and misconceptions associated with autism, action steps required to reduce stigma, and what research is needed to enhance the public’s understanding of the disability.

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Then, the unintended consequences of misdirected science. Dr. Marty Makary, chief of islet transplant surgery at Johns Hopkins and New York Times bestselling author, discusses blind spots in medicine. He provides modern day examples and the lessons learned, as well as the role of opinion in shaping medical views.

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Stacey Bennett is the producer of "First Coast Connect" and "What's Health Got to Do With It?" She is a Jacksonville-based singer-songwriter who performs under the nom de plume Folk is People. Stacey holds bachelor's degrees in both political science and psychology from the University of North Florida and a master's in business administration from Saint Leo University.