Voices of Global Health: Driving Change

Voices of Global Health: Driving Change

In the latest episode of Yale Global Health Insights, Dr. Sharon Chekijian sits down with Dr. Sten Vermund, a leading figure in infectious disease epidemiology and public health policy. From his groundbreaking research on HIV prevention to his global impact on healthcare access, Dr. Vermund shares his journey, insights, and the lasting influence of his work on health systems worldwide. Tune in for a conversation about the intersection of global health, policy, and the personal stories that drive transformation.

What Yale Looks For: Special Mythbusters Edition

What Yale Looks For: Special Mythbusters Edition

In the latest installment in the Mythbusters miniseries, Hannah and Mark discuss examples of reasonable—but ultimately inaccurate—beliefs that some applicants have about the admissions committee’s values and expectations. They address persistent myths about the qualities Yale admissions officers look for in applicants and offer advice for composing activities lists, essays, and short answer prompts.

YJBM Science News Podcast: Episode 28

YJBM Science News Podcast: Episode 28

Welcome back to YJBM Science News! Join us as we discuss the recent news in healthcare and science across the Yale community. Today, Roxanna and our new host Majo will share some of the most intriguing topics of the past few weeks, including the use of AI in diagnostics, cannabinoids as pain therapy, and more!

Papers featured in this episode:

“Heart failure risk stratification using artificial intelligence applied to electrocardiogram images: a multinational study” – https://doi.org/10.1093/eurheartj/ehae914
https://medicine.yale.edu/news-article/new-ai-tool-identifies-risk-of-future-heart-failure/

“Nav1.8, an analgesic target for nonpsychotomimetic phytocannabinoids” – https://doi.org/10.1073/pnas.2416886122
https://news.yale.edu/2025/01/21/cannabinoids-offer-new-hope-safe-and-effective-pain-relief

“Neural Variability and Cognitive Control in Individuals With Opioid Use Disorder” – http://doi.org/10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2024.55165
https://news.yale.edu/2025/01/17/opioid-use-disorder-might-lead-sticky-brains

“Atgl-dependent adipocyte lipolysis promotes lipodystrophy and restrains fibrogenic responses during skin fibrosis” – https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jid.2024.12.022
https://news.yale.edu/2025/01/29/fat-cells-play-protective-role-fibrosis-development

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Responsibility, Courage, and Conflict in Uncertain Times with Pat Gonzales Rogers

Responsibility, Courage, and Conflict in Uncertain Times with Pat Gonzales Rogers

In this episode, recorded a few days after the 2024 presidential election, Professor Pat makes his return to Heartwood. He shares some timeless wisdom with us about getting through uncertain, challenging times with unity and grace.

College Search 101: What’s Important to You

College Search 101: What’s Important to You

The second episode in a mini-series about the first step in the admissions process: deciding where to apply. Hannah and Mark emphasize the importance of beginning the college search process by engaging in honest introspection and ignoring every college ranking website. Admissions officer John returns to the podcast to share his advice on creating a list of personalized non-negotiables to guide the search process.

YJBM Viruses and Autoimmunity: Interview with Deputy Editors

YJBM Viruses and Autoimmunity: Interview with Deputy Editors

Get an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the newest YJBM issue! In this episode, our host Shivesh Shourya sits down with deputy editors RuthMabel Boytz and Evan Navori to discuss December’s “Viruses and Autoimmunity.” From the earliest planning stages to navigating unexpected challenges, discover how this issue came to life—and gain fresh insights into the fascinating intersection of viruses and autoimmune disease.

Read the “Viruses and Autoimmunity” issue:
https://medicine.yale.edu/news-article/yjbms-december-2024-issue-focuses-on-viruses-and-autoimmunity/

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Leading the Way | Laurie Santos | The Happiness Expert

Leading the Way | Laurie Santos | The Happiness Expert

Yale professor, cognitive scientist and host of The Happiness Lab podcast – Dr Laurie Santos has created & taught Yale’s most popular course in history, The Science of Well-Being. Her Coursera version of the course by the same name, has attracted more than 4 million learners from around the world. In this episode, we discuss her own approach to the Purpose that drives her, her Priorities and goals; and how she is working to change the system.

Intravenous Access for Cesarean Delivery

Intravenous Access for Cesarean Delivery

In this episode, we discuss the importance of following intravenous access recommendations for cesarean deliveries with Dr. Scott Seki at his institution. How do Dr. Seki and his colleagues define adequate intravenous access? Which patients are more or less likely to receive the recommended IV access? What are the patient implications if we fail to provide the recommended IV access? These are some of the questions we explored during this podcast. By the end of the episode, I began reevaluating the significance and sometimes implicit implications of not adhering to the recommended IV access standards.

YJBM Science News Podcast: Episode 27

YJBM Science News Podcast: Episode 27

Welcome to the first YJBM Science News of the 2025, and welcome our new host, Roxanna Altus! Join us as we discuss the recent news in healthcare and science across the Yale community. Today, our hosts Mara and Roxanna will share some of the most intriguing topics of the past few weeks.

Papers featured in the episode:
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41556-024-01574-w
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cell.2024.11.037
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-025-55902-1
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41586-024-08341-9

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