S9, Ep 24- Giant Cell Arteritis: Recognizing the Signs and Living with the Diagnosis

Giant cell arteritis (GCA) is a serious inflammatory condition that affects blood vessels, primarily in adults over 50. Its symptoms can be difficult to recognize, and without prompt diagnosis and treatment, GCA can lead to serious complications, including permanent vision loss. In this episode of…

S9, Ep 23- The New Dementia Patient: Rethinking Diagnosis, Treatment, and Care

The science of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia is changing rapidly. Advances in biomarkers, diagnostics, treatments, and prevention could allow clinicians to identify disease earlier than ever before, sometimes even before noticeable symptoms emerge. In this special episode of The Health Advocate…

S9, Ep 22- Could a Blood Test Change Colorectal Cancer Screening? What Patients Should Know

Colorectal cancer screening can save lives, yet millions of eligible Americans still do not complete recommended screening. Could a simple blood draw help reach some of the people who currently go unscreened? In this episode of The Health Advocates, Steven Newmark speaks with Dr. Sam Asgarian, Chi…

S9, Ep 21- Osteoarthritis: Treatment, Innovation, and Giving Patients More Options

Osteoarthritis affects millions of people, but living with OA can involve much more than joint pain. It can change how people work, exercise, socialize, sleep, and participate in everyday life. And for many patients, the path from conservative treatments to possible joint replacement can feel frust…

S9, Ep 20- Fall Virus Season: What to Expect

As fall approaches, flu and COVID-19 are once again moving to the forefront of public health. In this episode of The Health Advocates, Steven Newmark looks at what the Southern Hemisphere’s flu season may tell us about the months ahead, how this year’s flu vaccine has been updated, and when people …

S9, Ep 19- Inside UNGA Week: What Global Health Leaders Are Talking About

Each September, the United Nations General Assembly, or UNGA, brings together policymakers, scientists, advocates, researchers, and health leaders from around the world. In this episode of The Health Advocates, Steven Newmark shares why participating in UNGA Week offers such a valuable opportunity …

S9, Ep 18- The Midterms Are Coming, and Health Care Is on the Ballot

The 2026 midterm elections are approaching, and control of Congress could significantly shape health policy during the final two years of President Trump’s administration. In this episode of The Health Advocates, Steven Newmark explains why patients should pay attention, including the differences b…

S9, Ep 17- Vaccines by Executive Order: What Changed, What Didn't, and What Families Need to Know

President Trump’s new executive order on childhood vaccines has created fresh questions about what is changing, what is not, and what families should do now. In this episode of The Health Advocates, Steven Newmark breaks down the order’s major provisions, including proposals to reduce the number o…

S9, Ep 16- When Public Health Warning Lights Start Flashing

Public health threats often seem unrelated until we examine the systems that connect them. In this episode of The Health Advocates, Steven Newmark discusses the record-breaking rise in U.S. measles cases, recent foodborne illness outbreaks, changing COVID-19 activity, and the health risks associate…

S9, Ep 15- COVID-19 Isn't Over for Everyone: Why FDA's Next Decision Matters for Immunocompromised Patients

The COVID-19 public health emergency may be over, but for millions of Americans with weakened immune systems, the virus remains a serious concern. In this episode of The Health Advocates, Steven Newmark breaks down a recent announcement from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to phas…