STAPES-HEALTHCAST

STAPES-HEALTHCAST

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STAPES-HEALTHCAST episodes

  • LASSA FEVER PT1 with DR LUDWIG


    In this episode, we explore Lassa fever, a viral hemorrhagic illness endemic to West Africa. Transmitted primarily through contact with rodent urine or droppings, Lassa fever often presents with nonspecific symptoms, making early diagnosis challenging. Our guest expert breaks down its causes, symptoms, transmission, and the public health efforts aimed at controlling outbreaks. We also discuss prevention strategies, treatment options, and the importance of awareness in at-risk communities. Whether you're a health professional or simply interested in global health issues, this episode provides key insights into a disease that deserves more attention and understanding.



    9 min
  • VERMIN
    Creepy, disease-ridden vermin—rats, roaches, and fleas—star in this gritty podcast, dissecting One Health and infectious diseases. From plague-carrying rodents scurrying through history to modern vectors spreading zoonotic nightmares, these critters reveal the tangled web of human, animal, and environmental health. Expert voices unpack how these pests thrive in filth, transmitting pathogens like hantavirus and leptospirosis. With chilling tales and cutting-edge science, the series explores prevention, ecology, and the microscopic menaces hitching rides on these unwelcome guests. Tune in to learn how humanity battles these scuttling harbingers of sickness in an interconnected world
    22 min
  • RABIES
    Rabies is a viral killer with a near 100% fatality rate once symptoms strike. Spread through bites from infected animals—think dogs, bats, or raccoons—this zoonotic disease targets the brain, causing a terrifying descent into madness or paralysis. Early signs like fever or tingling can explode into hydrophobia, hallucinations, or muscle failure. The kicker? It’s preventable with quick action—wash the bite, get vaccinated, and you’re golden. But delay, and it’s fatal. Killing 59,000 people yearly, mostly in poorer regions, rabies is a global menace. Fun fact: Louis Pasteur’s 1885 vaccine was a game-changer. Stay bite-free, listeners!
    20 min
  • CHOLERA
    IN THIS EPISODE, LUDWIG SHARED A STORY ABOUT A CHOLERA SURVIVOR AND HOW THE EXPERIENCE TRAUMATIZED HIM. FROM THE VIDEO, YOU COULD TELL HOW THE EVENT HAS TRAUMATIZED HIM TILL DATE
    13 min
  • Kick starting 2025 with Dr Ludwig
    In this episode, we dive into our exciting plans for this year’s podcast, from staying fit and healthy to tackling the latest shake-ups in the US healthcare system. Plus, we explore cutting-edge research and so much more! Tune in for a fresh, thought-provoking conversation you won’t want to miss!
    30 min
  • PCOS pt 2
    this episode dives deeper into the the types of pcos, the causes and also the risk factors.
    leave a comment if you need any clarification
    11 min

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