Earwax might seem gross, but it’s actually one of your body’s built-in defense systems. This week, Hari and Dr. Priyanka dive into the sticky science of cerumen: why your ears make it, why Q-tips feel so good, and why doctors desperately want you to stop using them. From impacted wax and hearing loss to ear candling and the surprising genetics behind body odor, this episode explores the strange world living inside your ears.

Earwax might seem gross, but it&rsquo;s actually one of your body&rsquo;s built-in defense systems. This week, Hari and Dr. Priyanka dive into the sticky science of cerumen: why your ears make it, why Q-tips feel so good, and why doctors desperately want you to stop using them. From impacted wax and hearing loss to ear candling and the surprising genetics behind body odor, this episode explores the strange world living inside your ears.

On Health Stuff, hosts Dr. Priyanka Wali and comedian Hari Kondabolu tackle all the health questions that keep you up at night with hilarity and humanity. Together they demystify the flashy trends, and keep you informed on the latest research. You can rely on Health Stuff to bring you real, uninhibited, and thoughtful health talk of the highest caliber, and a healthy dose of humor.

On Health&nbsp;Stuff, hosts Dr. Priyanka Wali and comedian Hari Kondabolu tackle all the health questions that keep you up at night with hilarity and humanity. Together they demystify the flashy trends, and keep you informed on the latest research. You can rely on&nbsp;Health&nbsp;Stuff&nbsp;to bring you real, uninhibited, and thoughtful&nbsp;health&nbsp;talk of the highest caliber, and a healthy dose of humor.

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Earwax, Hearing Loss, & Q-Tips

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HPV is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections in the world, yet many people know surprisingly little about it. This week, Hari and Dr. Priyanka break down how HPV spreads, why most sexually active adults will encounter it at some point, and the differences between low-risk and high-risk strains. They discuss the link between HPV and cervical, throat, and other cancers, the importance of screening and vaccination, and why reducing stigma around sexual health leads to better outcomes for everyone.

HPV is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections in the world, yet many people know surprisingly little about it. This week, Hari and Dr. Priyanka break down how HPV spreads, why most sexually active adults will encounter it at some point, and the differences between low-risk and high-risk strains. They discuss the link between HPV and cervical, throat, and other cancers, the importance of screening and vaccination, and why reducing stigma around sexual health leads to better outcomes for everyone.

HPV: Myths, Risks, and Prevention

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White noise might be the most famous sleep sound, but it’s not the only one. This week, Hari and Dr. Priyanka explore the world of noise colors, including white, pink, brown, blue, and green noise. They break down how different sound frequencies affect the brain, what the research says about sleep, focus, ADHD, and tinnitus, and why some people find certain sounds calming while others can’t stand them. Plus, Priyanka shares the story of a rare ear condition that temporarily affected her hearing and changed the way she thinks about sound.

White noise might be the most famous sleep sound, but it&rsquo;s not the only one. This week, Hari and Dr. Priyanka explore the world of noise colors, including white, pink, brown, blue, and green noise. They break down how different sound frequencies affect the brain, what the research says about sleep, focus, ADHD, and tinnitus, and why some people find certain sounds calming while others can&rsquo;t stand them. Plus, Priyanka shares the story of a rare ear condition that temporarily affected her hearing and changed the way she thinks about sound.

White, Pink, Brown: The Science of Noise Colors

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Herpes is one of the most common viruses in the world, but it’s also one of the most misunderstood. This week, Hari and Dr. Priyanka break down the differences between HSV-1 and HSV-2, how herpes spreads, why many people never know they have it, and what outbreaks actually look like. They explore treatment options, common myths about testing and transmission, and why honest conversations and reducing stigma are essential for protecting both individual and public health.

Herpes is one of the most common viruses in the world, but it&rsquo;s also one of the most misunderstood. This week, Hari and Dr. Priyanka break down the differences between HSV-1 and HSV-2, how herpes spreads, why many people never know they have it, and what outbreaks actually look like. They explore treatment options, common myths about testing and transmission, and why honest conversations and reducing stigma are essential for protecting both individual and public health.

Understanding Herpes: Symptoms, Treatment, and Stigma

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