Podcasts by It Is Better To Know
Hello everybody. Welcome to the "It Is Better To Know " podcast with Anh, Cecilia and Valerie - we are all pharmacists in Canada. Every month, we will choose a different health related topic and break it down so it is easy for you to understand. Join us each month and let us help you help others. Stay curious, my beautiful friends. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/itisbettertoknow/support
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Ep53: Don't Let the Bedbugs Bite from 2023-12-07T23:46:01
Join us this month as we discuss a phenomenon that's been all over the news and bugging people... can you guess what that is?! If you said BEDBUGS, you are correct! Let our hosts entertain you wit...
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Ep52: Radon Mitigation - A Real World Case from 2023-12-07T06:42:07
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month and Radon Action Month. What is radon? Radon is a colorless, odorless, and invisible gas that can cause lung cancer. For this episode, we brought in a gue...
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Ep51: Testing Home Levels of Radon from 2022-11-06T06:05:22
What is radon? It's a tasteless, colorless, invisible gas that is a natural byproduct of uranium decay found in soil and rocks. That means all buildings have some degree of radon. Join us in...
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Ep50: Travellers Diarrhea from 2022-07-11T00:41:57
Travellers' diarrhea is a very common travel-related illness. So if you are planning to travel, tune in to hear our tips on how to prevent and treat Travellers' Diarrhea. Music: "Curious" by Bonsa...
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Ep49: Radon - The Deadlier Cousin of the Silent Killer from 2022-06-26T06:00:51
Have you heard about radon before? A radioactive gas released from uranium decay, radon is found in any enclosed space where the building makes contact with soil. This means that homes, schools,...
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Ep48: Studying medicine in Australia, with Sue Yim from 2022-04-24T12:43:01
Sue Yim, a pharmacist soon to be a doctor, is here to share her unique story. After practicing as a pharmacist for 7 years in Canada, Sue decided to move to Australia to pursue medicine. We discus...
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Ep47: Pharmacists Following Their Dreams, with Natalia Chai from 2022-03-27T06:00
Join us with this month's episode as we explore pharmacists following their dreams, with our first guest star: Natalia Chai, a pharmacist and R&B/neosoul singer-songwriter from Alberta! We intervie...
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Ep46: Gestational Diabetes from 2022-02-27T05:00:46
Let's talk about Gestational Diabetes (GDM)! In today's episode, we will discuss the risk factors, how to reduce your risk, when to start screening, which medications you should take and which you ...
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Ep45: New Years Resolution! Weight Loss with Intermittent Fasting from 2022-01-30T07:00
Every January, many of us ring in the new year with the goal of losing weight. Time restricted feeding is a popular type of intermittent fasting where eating and fasting occurs at set times on a...
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Ep44: Oh My Gosh… Omicron Variant?! from 2021-12-30T07:00
We might have the answer to last month's episode: the pandemic doesn't seem like it's ending anytime soon! From Alpha to now Omicron... we have encountered the newest variant of the coronavirus....
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Ep43: Will This Pandemic Ever End? from 2021-11-28T11:49:43
In this month’s episode, we discuss COVID and why it is still rampant, even in places with high vaccination rates. We divulge more information on booster doses, antiviral pills, travel, and COVID t...
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Ep42: Flu Shot & COVID19 Updates from 2021-10-31T06:00
Happy Halloween, BTK Army! Apart from getting candy and treats, have you received your flu vaccine yet? Tune in to today's episode to hear what you need to know for the 2021-2022 flu season! Find o...
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Ep41: Burnout in Healthcare from 2021-09-19T06:00
Tired. Exhausted. Mentally drained. Dreading the next day of work already before this shift even ends. Does this sound familiar? If so, you may be experiencing BURNOUT. The World Health Organiza...
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Ep40: Being a Pharmacist...Is It For Me? from 2021-08-22T04:00
The title explains it all... in this month's episode, we explain the requirements to become a pharmacist and stay licensed. Then, we head into a discussion on why pharmacy is so saturated and th...
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Ep39: How To Get Into Pharmacy School and Stay In... from 2021-07-25T04:00:35
So we heard, you guys want to be a pharmacist, EHHH! In today’s episode, we will be talking about Pharmacy Schools in Canada. Join us as we discuss prerequisite courses and GPA requirements, univer...
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Ep38: Sunscreen and Benzene - Bringing the Issue to Daylight from 2021-07-04T06:00
It's that time of the year - the time we look forward to the most: where we can spend our days on the beach, at the lake, in our backyards... enjoying the SUN! But with great sunlight comes great r...
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Ep37: Blood Clots & COVID Vaccine - The Clot Thickens! from 2021-06-20T06:00
Rare but serious blood clots associated with the AstraZeneca vaccine have led people to search for information about this adverse event. Tune in to this episode to learn all about VIIT (vaccine-...
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Ep36: Post COVID-19 Complications: Are You a "Long Hauler"? from 2021-06-06T06:00
The media spawned names like "long-COVID19" and "long hauler". Both of these terms refer to the same thing: post-acute COVID-19 syndrome (PACs). If you are experiencing persistent symptoms 4 wee...
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Ep35: Treating Low Blood Sugar from 2021-05-23T06:00:54
Join us as we discuss diabetes and the long term effects of low blood sugar, and why unrecognized low blood sugar can be dangerous. Then Cecilia and Valerie will re-enact a scene from Taken (when K...
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Ep34: COVID Variants - Should We Be Concerned? from 2021-05-09T06:00
B.1.1.7?! B.1.351? P.1? B.1.617? Pop quiz for you: are these names of extraterrestrial beings that are infiltrating the Earth, gobbledygook that a toddler would utter, or the scientific names of...
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Ep33: The Great Omega-3 Fatty Acid Part 2: Healthy Heart from 2021-05-02T06:00
This episode is a continuation of the omega-3 saga with a focus on the benefits of fish oil on heart health. The two most common omega-3 fatty acids are DHA and EPA. In food, you'll find this mo...
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Ep32: The Great Omega-3 Fatty Acid Part 1 - EPA/DHA and Brain Health from 2021-04-25T06:00
Ahoy there, matey! Or should I say "matie". Learn all about the mighty omega-3 fatty acid from what it is to what it's good for. How about omega-6 and omega-9? You'll learn about the differences...
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Ep31: Biotin - Lots of Hair, Don't Care? from 2021-04-18T06:00
Do you have lots of hair, and don't care? Or are you one of us... finding that you are losing hair all over the place - in your hairbrush, in the shower, on the floor... Well, if you've ever bee...
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Ep30: Diabetes - What Is Your Risk? from 2021-04-11T06:00:41
Have you ever wondered about your risk of developing diabetes? Or how you developed diabetes, and whether your children will develop it too? Well today, we will be discussing which populations a...
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Ep29: Testing for Ketones from 2021-04-04T06:00:20
In this episode, we discuss the differences between urine and blood ketone testing and which method is more accurate. We also answer how much does testing cost and discuss how to use a blood met...
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Ep28: All Bets on Psilocybin - Why Research is Mounting on the “Magic Mushroom” from 2021-03-28T06:00
The effects of the COVID19 pandemic has taken its toll on the mental health of countless people. Home schooling children, job loss, stretching every dollar, inability to socialize normally, and ...
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Ep27: COVID Vaccines Q&A from 2021-03-21T07:00:03
Solo episode with Anh where she answers your questions about COVID vaccines.
How good are the COVID-19 vaccines? Which vaccine should I get, why should I get the AstraZeneca or J&J vaccine if t...
Ep27: Ask Anh Anything - Covid Vaccines from 2021-03-21T06:00:03
Solo episode with Anh where she answers your questions about COVID vaccines. How good are the COVID-19 vaccines? Which vaccine should I get, why should I get the AstraZeneca or J&J vaccine if the n...
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Ep26: COVID Vaccine Update from 2021-03-14T07:00
We have all heard of Pfizer and Moderna by now... but AstraZeneca?! Johnson & Johnson?! What makes these 2 new contenders to the COVID-19 vaccine market special? Is it true that they are "le...
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Ep25: Are You at Risk For DKA? from 2021-03-07T07:00:01
Today’s episode is about diabetes. So we will not sugarcoat it! Did you get the joke? Well, the goal of this episode is for all people to be more aware of warning signs for DKA and hopefully catch ...
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Ep24: Mercury Poisoning From Eating Too Much Fish - Hysteria or Truth? from 2021-02-28T07:00
Whether you're a fish 'n chips or sushi lover, it's known that fish contain varying amounts of mercury, but how does it get into fish? How is mercury bad for you? How much fish is a safe amount to ...
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Ep23: Melatonin - Come to the Dark Side (to Sleep!) from 2021-02-21T07:00
Does melatonin work for insomnia? Hold up, melatonin can be found in FOOD?! What are the possible side effects from taking melatonin? What dose of melatonin should I take? When should I take mel...
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Ep22: All about Insomnia from 2021-02-14T07:00
Are you having trouble catching those zzz's?! Tune in to this episode to learn ALL about insomnia: how we define insomnia as a disorder, the pathophysiology behind why it happens, and why sleep ...
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Ep21: Burning Questions About UTI from 2021-02-07T07:00:15
We begin by updating you on the recent news about Tanya Roberts and how her death has raised concerned about Urinary Tract Infections. Then we convey all your burning questions about UTI by acti...
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Ep20: Talking to Teens About Vaping from 2021-01-31T07:00
After covering the subject of vaping and its potential health risks, we learned that it is a known fact that it continues to rise in popularity among youth. Public awareness campaigns have been ...
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Ep19: Blowing Out the Smoke on Vaping from 2021-01-24T07:00
Ever wonder why "that" person walking in public has such an impressive cloud of smoke around them? If it doesn't stink like weed, chances are that cloud you're seeing is from a vaping device. In to...
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Ep18: Iron - Do I Need To Supplement? from 2021-01-17T07:00
Our 2021 theme continues... with another new format in this episode! This week, we tell you the story of a young woman, Antoinette, who is suffering from iron deficiency, and our podcast hosts prov...
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Ep17: Time For Plan B from 2021-01-10T07:00:17
Welcome back BTK listeners! Ever wonder whether you should take plan B and whether it is safe for you? What are your options after you have done the deed? Do you know how much it would cost you to ...
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Ep16: Dry Skin from 2020-12-27T07:00
A common issue that we face these days... DRY SKIN!!! Tune in to this week's episode as we discuss what causes dry skin, symptoms of dry skin, and what the differences are between creams, ointments...
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Ep15: Save Me From Maskne from 2020-12-20T07:00
Listen to this episode to find out WHY maskne is happening, how masks irritate the skin and cause breakouts, how to PREVENT maskne, and if you're not fortunate enough to prevent it, then how to tre...
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Ep14: Hair Dye and Your Risk of Cancer from 2020-12-13T07:00
Did you know that dying your hair PINK is the new trend during the pandemic? Tune in to find out WHY! In this week's episode, we explore the question if whether hair dye increases your risk of CANC...
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Ep14: Does Hair Dye Increase Your Risk of Cancer? from 2020-12-13T07:00
Did you know that dying your hair PINK is the new trend during the pandemic? Tune in to find out WHY! In this week's episode, we explore the question if whether hair dye increases your risk of C...
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Ep13: Vitamin D and Me from 2020-12-06T07:00:18
We've all heard about the sunshine vitamin，but what does it really do and what is its role in the body? Join us as we discuss vitamin D deficiency, why "vitamin" D is actually a misnomer, what 3...
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Ep12: Busting Myths about COVID from 2020-11-29T07:00:53
What are some of the CRAZIEST myths about COVID that you have heard? For example... can 5G networks transmit the COVID virus?! (and many more...) We take a plunge into the sea of rumours floatin...
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Ep11: COVID Vaccine 101 - What Do We Know? from 2020-11-22T07:00
We talk about getting COVID vaccines soon! We break down the criteria for these vaccines to get on the market, results of the Pfizer and Moderna trials, and speculate about the Sputnik V vaccine...
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Ep10: Natural Ways to Prevent Cold and Flu (Part 2) from 2020-11-15T07:00:21
This week, we discuss more natural ways to improve your immune system. Listen to learn if you could carry out all 5 natural ways and minimize your chances of getting sick. Then on our mindless c...
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Ep9: Natural Ways to Prevent Cold and Flu (Part 1) from 2020-11-08T07:00:52
Welcome back, everybody! In this episode, we discuss how you can improve your immune system naturally. Is it even POSSIBLE to meddle in this process and boost your immune system?! Listen t...
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Ep8: COLD-FX and What to Expect from 2020-11-01T08:26:54
Accompany us this week on our journey into the world of COLD-FX and whether it helps boost immunity! We dive into the history of ginseng which is the active ingredient in COLD-FX, its uses...
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Ep7: Echinacea Takeaway from 2020-10-25T06:00
This week we take a deep dive into the world of echinacea! Learn about the history of echinacea, the echinacea related tweet that went viral years ago, different uses of this herb, proving...
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Ep6: Vitamin C and Immunity from 2020-10-18T06:00
Join us this week as we respond to a fan request to a popular question: does Vitamin C REALLY help boost your immune system? We discuss how the immune system works, how Vitamin C received its re...
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Ep5: Worry Less and Live More (Part 2) from 2020-10-11T06:00
Welcome back to the last part of a multi-part episode! In last week's episode, we discussed strategies on coping with stress and minimizing worries. This episode, we continue this discussion with t...
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Ep4: Worry Less and Live More (Part 1) from 2020-10-04T06:00
Welcome back to the second part of a multi-part episode! In the previous episode, we talked about anxiety. In this episode, we discuss 3 strategies on how to cope with stress. Tune in so you can le...
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Ep3: Anxiety and More Coronanxiety from 2020-09-28T01:29:41
Join us this week as we welcome a new co-host, Valerie - and discuss CORONAnxiety! In this week's podcast (9:50), we examine what is anxiety (11:28), when anxiety starts to become a problem (15:...
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Ep2: Flu Shot and a Twindemic from 2020-09-13T14:02:45
Join us this week as we discuss the Twindemic.... the flu season coming in the midst of an existing pandemic! In this episode, we discuss similarities and differences between flu and covid sympt...
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Ep1: Lice Amidst a Pandemic from 2020-09-07T04:00
In this episode, we will discuss the nitty gritty of lice! Just in time for going back to school amidst COVID-19. Join us to find out everything you ever wanted to know about lice: from how to k...
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