We’re constantly assaulted by “noise” all around us: crowds, vehicles, social media. As quiet spaces around us dwindle, what is it doing to our minds and bodies? Why do we need silence for our health? Acoustic ecologist Gordon Hempton takes Dr. Sanjay Gupta on a tour to one of the quietest spots in the United States. Plus, quiet activist Vikram Chauhan gives ... Show More
Jul 31
The Next Breakthrough Addiction Treatment May Be Here
The diabetes drugs that transformed weight loss may be key to treating addiction, too. Dr. Sanjay Gupta speaks with Dr. Dhruv Khullar about how GLP-1s affect the brain, its reward system, and maybe even addiction. This episode was produced by Jennifer Lai with assistance from Sof ... Show More
29m 14s
Jul 24
When Snoring Becomes a Danger to Your Health
Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks with Dr. Paul Hoff, an Ear, Nose and Throat specialist (otolaryngologist) at the University of Michigan, about why sleep apnea is often missed, how it can harm the body and mind, and the latest treatment options. This episode was produced by Madeleine Thomp ... Show More
27m 18s
Feb 2019
Why noise is bad for your health -- and what you can do about it | Mathias Basner
Silence is a rare commodity these days. There's traffic, construction, air-conditioning, your neighbor's lawnmower ... and all this unwanted sound can have a surprising impact on your health, says noise researcher Mathias Basner. Discover the science behind how noise affects your ... Show More
10m 4s
Aug 2023
Ep.83 Silence: A Necessity In A Noisy World
We've become so used to receiving constant stimulation from our environment that now silence has become uncomfortable. When doing chores, driving, eating by ourselves, or walking on the street, many of us always accompany it with some kind of entertainment. Some of us listen to m ... Show More
41m 14s