Priyanka and Hari share their jet lag survivor tips before welcoming Dr. Uché Blackstock, founder of Advancing Health Equity and author of the memoir Legacy. She opens up about her experiences as a Black physician, how racism shapes healthcare and what keeps her hopeful in the fight for real change.

Priyanka and Hari share their jet lag survivor tips before welcoming Dr. Uch&eacute; Blackstock, founder of Advancing Health Equity and author of the memoir Legacy. She opens up about her experiences as a Black physician, how racism shapes healthcare and what keeps her hopeful in the fight for real change.

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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Health Equity, Life as an ER Doctor and Staying Hopeful with Dr. Uché Blackstock

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Priyanka and Hari explore the science of blood, blood transfusions, and why donated blood remains one of the most essential tools in modern medicine. They break down what blood actually does in the body, the different components of blood, and how blood types determine who can give and receive lifesaving transfusions. They also cover who can donate blood, the issue with blood shortages, and how blood donations save lives. Then they unpack the strange and surprisingly chaotic history of blood substitutes and the ongoing effort to create artificial blood.

Priyanka and Hari explore the science of blood, blood transfusions, and why donated blood remains one of the most essential tools in modern medicine. They break down what blood actually does in the body, the different components of blood, and how blood types determine who can give and receive lifesaving transfusions. They also cover who can donate blood, the issue with blood shortages, and how blood donations save lives. Then they unpack the strange and surprisingly chaotic history of blood substitutes and the ongoing effort to create artificial blood.

Blood Matters

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Becoming a parent is a biological, psychological, and social transformation. Priyanka and Hari talk with science journalist Lucy Jones, author of Matrescence: On the Metamorphosis of Pregnancy, Childbirth, and Motherhood, about the concept of matrescence and why the transition into motherhood can feel so destabilizing, emotional, and overwhelming, even for people who deeply want children. From dramatic hormonal shifts to structural changes in the brain, science shows that becoming a parent reshapes us in profound ways. The conversation also explores how modern society has made raising children more isolating than ever and what we can do to better support our communities. 

Becoming a parent is a biological, psychological, and social transformation. Priyanka and Hari talk with science journalist Lucy Jones, author of Matrescence: On the Metamorphosis of Pregnancy, Childbirth, and Motherhood, about the concept of matrescence and why the transition into motherhood can feel so destabilizing, emotional, and overwhelming, even for people who deeply want children. From dramatic hormonal shifts to structural changes in the brain, science shows that becoming a parent reshapes us in profound ways. The conversation also explores how modern society has made raising children more isolating than ever and what we can do to better support our communities.&nbsp;

Matrescence & the Science of Parenthood

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Priyanka and Hari explore the surprising connection between oral health and heart health. They break down gum disease, how it develops, and why plaque buildup can trigger inflammation throughout the body. They also cover the basics of brushing, flossing, and dental care, along with why access to dentistry remains a major public health issue. Then they unpack the growing research linking gum disease to cardiovascular disease. From bacteria entering the bloodstream to chronic inflammation, your mouth may be telling you more about your health than you realize.

Priyanka and Hari explore the surprising connection between oral health and heart health. They break down gum disease, how it develops, and why plaque buildup can trigger inflammation throughout the body. They also cover the basics of brushing, flossing, and dental care, along with why access to dentistry remains a major public health issue. Then they unpack the growing research linking gum disease to cardiovascular disease. From bacteria entering the bloodstream to chronic inflammation, your mouth may be telling you more about your health than you realize.

The Link Between Gum Disease & Heart Health

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Health Equity, Life as an ER Doctor and Staying Hopeful with Dr. Uché Blackstock

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