Chasing Life
All over the world, there are people who are living extraordinary lives, full of happiness and health – and with hardly any heart disease, cancer or diabetes. Dr. Sanjay Gupta has been on a decades-long mission to understand how they do it, and how we can all learn from them. Scientists now believe we can even reverse the symptoms of Alzheimer’s dementia, and in fact grow sharper and more resilient as we age. Sanjay is a dad – of three teenage daughters, he is a doctor - who operates on the brain, and he is a reporter with more than two decades of experience - who travels the earth to uncover and bring you the secrets of the happiest and healthiest people on the planet – so that you too, can Chase Life.
- Update frequency
- every 5 days
- Average duration
- 20 minutes
- Episodes
- 545
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
The U.S. Wasn’t Prepared for COVID-19
We are over four months into the Covid-19 pandemic and the U.S. still doesn't have the testing capabilities, contact tracing, or political buy-in that many other countries have used to fight this vir…
00:22:18 |
Mon 22 Jun 2020
The First Wave Is Not Over
President Trump and Vice President Pence made comments this week suggesting panic about an increase in infections is overblown. But in nearly half the country, case counts are on the rise. CNN’s Chie…
00:15:59 |
Fri 19 Jun 2020
Super Spreaders
Some people are responsible for spreading the virus more than others. These people have been called "super spreaders," but are they really different from the rest of us? CNN’s Chief Medical Correspon…
00:11:36 |
Thu 18 Jun 2020
“It’s a Little Bit Like Living on Mars”: Inside a Covid-19 ICU
It sometimes seems like country’s attention is shifting away from Covid-19's devastating death toll, which is projected to reach 200,000 by October, as several states see record numbers of cases on a…
00:12:49 |
Wed 17 Jun 2020
Asymptomatic Infection: Clearing up Confusion
Last week, an official at the World Health Organization said asymptomatic transmission of the coronavirus appears to be rare. They’ve since clarified their remarks. CNN’s Chief Medial Correspondent D…
00:08:41 |
Tue 16 Jun 2020
Covid-19 in the World's Largest Refugee Camp
It’s World Refugee Day on June 20, a time to commemorate the most vulnerable populations around the world. CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta turns to Bex Wright, who covers the Rohin…
00:11:33 |
Mon 15 Jun 2020
Quarantine Fatigue
For many of us, it's been months since we started sheltering-in-place. And it's exhausting. Now, as states begin to reopen and social distancing rules are relaxed, how do we decide what is safe to do…
00:14:34 |
Fri 12 Jun 2020
Disease Detectives
Across the country, local officials are hiring people to track down anyone who may have been exposed to Covid-19. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks to Dr. Syra Madad, an epidemio…
00:13:23 |
Thu 11 Jun 2020
Road to Recovery
The majority of Covid-19 patients will recover from the virus, but what does that recovery look like? CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta speaks with a patient in recovery about his ex…
00:08:56 |
Wed 10 Jun 2020
Dr. Gupta Answers Your Covid-19 Questions
From washing masks to house visits and summer travel, CNN's Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta tackles some recent questions from our listeners.
To learn more about how CNN protects liste…
00:11:39 |
Tue 09 Jun 2020
The Future of Higher Education
The pandemic forced many American college campuses to close and move classes online. Some are now wondering whether the high cost of college tuition is worth it. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Sanja…
00:15:20 |
Mon 08 Jun 2020
Two Viruses
Covid-19 isn’t the only health crisis threatening our nation right now. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks to epidemiologist Dr. Camara Jones about the serious impact of racism on…
00:15:45 |
Fri 05 Jun 2020
Social Distancing in Summer
As the weather heats up, many of us are contemplating how to safely go out into the world and enjoy the summer. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks to CNN contributor and immunolog…
00:10:49 |
Thu 04 Jun 2020
The Future of Work
As workplaces around the country are reopening, some employees have big questions. CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta is joined by CNN Business Senior Writer Kathryn Vasel to discuss …
00:10:39 |
Wed 03 Jun 2020
“It Broke Me”: A Conversation with Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms
In the wake of nationwide protests in response to the death of George Floyd, CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta and Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms candidly discuss race, outrage, an…
00:25:46 |
Tue 02 Jun 2020
Like Riding a Roller Coaster in the Dark
When a family member is hospitalized with Covid-19, often a single relative is chosen to be the primary line of communication between doctors and the rest of the family. CNN producer Lou Foglia took …
00:12:01 |
Mon 01 Jun 2020
Avoiding a Bummer Summer
Summer’s coming, but for many, it will look very different. Camps and activities are getting cancelled, so families are getting creative. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks about …
00:13:04 |
Fri 29 May 2020
Together, We Grieve
As the coronavirus’ death toll in the U.S. surpasses 100,000 victims, CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta takes a moment to reflect on this tragic milestone and commemorate those we’ve…
00:07:33 |
Thu 28 May 2020
How to Fly Safely
Flying can be risky these days, so what should you do if you need to travel? CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta and Erin Bromage, Associate Professor of Biology at University of Massach…
00:14:09 |
Thu 28 May 2020
Why Small Decisions Feel So Difficult
During the pandemic, many people are struggling to make even the smallest decisions. Why does choosing what to eat for dinner or what to watch on TV suddenly feel impossible? CNN Chief Medical Corres…
00:12:55 |
Wed 27 May 2020
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