Wellness Unmasked Weekly Rundown: Ben Sasse's Health Bombshell, ACA Subsidy Expiration, and the High Stakes of U.S. Health Policy

Dr. Nicole Saphier examines former Senator Ben Sasse’s stage four pancreatic cancer diagnosis, shedding light on one of the deadliest cancers and the urgent need for early detection, prevention, and continued medical research. She explains why pancreatic cancer is so difficult to treat and what thi…

Wellness Unmasked: America’s Opioid Crisis Explained: Dr. Stephen Loyd on Fentanyl, Addiction Treatment, and Criminal Justice Reform

Dr. Stephen Loyd joins Wellness Unmasked and breaks down the current state of the opioid crisis in America, with a particular focus on the deadly impact of fentanyl and the failures of the existing addiction treatment system. He explores how addiction intersects with the criminal justice system, ar…

Wellness Unmasked Weekly Rundown: Trump Drug Policy Explained: Marijuana Schedule III & Fentanyl as a WMD

Dr. Nicole Saphier breaks down two consequential health policy decisions by President Trump reshaping America’s drug debate. She examines the reclassification of medical marijuana to Schedule III—acknowledging its medical use while warning about risks to youth—and the unprecedented move to label fe…

Wellness Unmasked: Holiday Parenting, Divorce Stress, and Children’s Mental Health

In this episode of Wellness Unmasked, Dr. Nicole Saphier is joined by family law attorney Angela Scafuri to discuss the unique challenges parents face during the holiday season—especially single parents and families navigating divorce. They examine how holiday stress and family conflict can impact …

Wellness Unmasked Weekly Rundown: Fixing America’s Healthcare: Dr. Nicole Saphier on ACA Failures, Subsidy Battles & Real Reform

Dr. Nicole Saphier breaks down the Senate’s rejection of both parties’ proposals to expand ACA subsidies—and explains why she believes lawmakers finally made the right call. Dr. Saphier offers a sharp critique of the Affordable Care Act, arguing that it has empowered insurance companies while drivi…

Wellness Unmasked: Holiday Mental Health Crisis: How Parents Can Protect Kids from Stress, Anxiety & Social Media

In this episode, Dr. Nicole Saphier and parenting expert Holly Swenson explore the growing mental health crisis impacting children and adults—especially during the holiday season. They discuss the warning signs of emotional distress in kids, the powerful role social media plays in anxiety and depre…

Wellness Unmasked Weekly Rundown: Inside the CDC’s Review of Newborn Hepatitis B Vaccination

In this episode of Wellness Unmasked, Dr. Nicole Saphier breaks down the growing debate over universal hepatitis B vaccination for newborns. With the CDC’s ACIP committee reconsidering whether infants born to hepatitis B–negative mothers should receive the birth dose, Dr. Saphier examines the lates…

Wellness Unmasked: A December Reset and the FDA Vaccine Memo Controversy

In this episode of Wellness Unmasked, Dr. Nicole Saphier opens up about her personal “December Reset,” sharing how she’s prioritizing both physical and mental health by ramping up her workouts and stepping back from social media. The episode then turns to a newly leaked FDA memo suggesting potentia…

Wellness Unmasked Weekly Rundown: Simple Ideas to Fight Holiday Loneliness and Boost Well-Being

Dr. Nicole Saphier unpacks why loneliness spikes around Thanksgiving and how it affects both mental and physical health. She explains the science behind chronic loneliness, why it’s more common than people think, and how small, intentional actions can make the holidays more meaningful. Dr. Saphier …

Wellness Unmasked: From Botox to Mommy Makeovers: The Art and Science of Plastic Surgery

In this episode, Dr. Jonathan Sherwyn, a board-certified plastic surgeon, discusses the evolving landscape of plastic surgery, focusing on facelifts, the role of fillers and Botox, and the importance of lymphatic drainage. He emphasizes the distinction between cosmetic and reconstructive surgery, p…