Our panel of medical experts discusses the biggest health headlines of the month, including:
- Measles cases in South Carolina are on the rise as health officials in New York confirm the state’s first case of chikungunya.
- A new study finds that even light alcohol consumption can increase dementia risk.
- Obesity rates in some states are shrinking, but recent federal funding cuts may thwart obesity prevention efforts.
- How “inflammaging” can speed up aging and contribute to serious conditions like heart disease, Type 2 diabetes and Alzheimer’s.
Guests:
- Dr. Jose Posas, practicing neurologist at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville.
- Dr. Sarah Bodin, anesthesiologist and obesity medicine internist.
- Chad Neilsen, director of infection prevention and control at Nemours Children’s Health in Florida.