In this episode, we talk with Kim Witczak about drug safety. She's  an international drug safety advocate, emphasizing the importance of transparency and safety in the pharmaceutical industry. Kim shares her personal journey from tragedy to advocacy, highlighting the need for black box warnings on antidepressants and the systemic issues within the healthcare system. 

00:00 Introduction to Medication Safety

01:22 Kim Wittek's Personal Tragedy

06:42 The Fight for Black Box Warnings

16:50 Understanding the Pharmaceutical System

22:53 The Band-Aid Approach to Mental Health

24:29 The Importance of Asking Questions

26:20 Doctors and the Pressure to Prescribe

27:51 The Power of Advocacy

29:55 The Role of Skepticism in Healthcare

37:39 The Power of Advocacy and Personal Growth

41:22 Future Advocacy and Final Thoughts

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