The Merck Manuals pits myths against medical degrees. Should you put butter on a burn? Drink coffee to sober up? Feed a cold and starve a fever? On this podcast, physicians from around the country set the record straight and help you make more informed decisions about your health.
Intended for listeners in the U.S. and Canada. For those outside the U.S. and Canada, visit MSDManuals.com for more information.
Mythbusting Altitude Sickness: What Really Happens When You Go Too High, Too Fast
Whether you’re skiing in Colorado, trekking in Nepal, or visiting a city like Denver, you’ve probably heard warnings about altitude sickness — but how much of it is true? On this episode of the Merck Manuals Medical Myths podcast, our host talks with Dr. Andrew Luks, professor of pulmonary and critical care medicine at the University of Washington, to separate fact from fiction about altitude illness. Learn what actually causes altitude sickness, how to recognize early warning signs, and what really works for prevention.
To learn more about altitude illness MerckManuals.com (https://www.merckmanuals.com/home/injuries-and-poisoning/altitude-illness/altitude-illness?query=altitude%20illness)
Intended for listeners in the U.S. and Canada. For those outside the U.S. and Canada, visit MSDManuals.com for more information.
25 Jun 2025
Heart Health Unveiled: Myths and Realities of Coronary Artery Disease
Cardiologist Ranya N. Sweis, MD, MS, discusses coronary artery disease, clarifying its causes and dispelling common myths, in an interview on the Merck Manuals Medical Myths podcast.
23 Jan 2025
Unmasking Foodborne Illnesses: Myths, Risks, and Prevention with Dr. Larry Bush
On this episode of the Merck Manuals Medical Myths podcast, infectious disease expert Dr. Larry Bush—Affiliate Professor of Medicine at the Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine at Florida Atlantic University and Affiliate Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine—joins the show to explore foodborne illnesses, their causes, and strategies for prevention.
Dr. Bush clarifies the distinctions between foodborne illnesses and common misconceptions, such as "stomach bugs." He highlights the primary sources of contamination, including meats, poultry, seafood, and raw vegetables, and addresses specific risks like Listeria, which poses significant threats to pregnant women and individuals with weakened immune systems.
Later in the episode, Dr. Bush provides insights into safe food handling, proper cooking temperatures, and hygiene practices to minimize risk. Dr. Bush also debunks food safety myths, from the limitations of the "sniff test" to the dangers of consuming undercooked or raw foods.
To learn more about listeriosis, (listeria) visit: https://www.merckmanuals.com/professional/infectious-diseases/gram-positive-bacilli/listeriosis?query=listeriosis (https://www.merckmanuals.com/professional/infectious-diseases/gram-positive-bacilli/listeriosis?query=listeriosis)
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