Public Health Out Loud
Public Health Out Loud is a podcast that delves into the broader public health concerns and issues facing everyday Rhode Islanders. From discussions about safeguarding against future pandemics to actionable plans for families to help keep their loved ones safe from preventable diseases, Public Health Out Loud is a no nonsense resource for listeners who want to stick to the facts. Host Dr. Philip Chan promises to deliver accurate, light-hearted, and informative public health updates that matter to you. This podcast is brought to you by the Rhode Island Department of Health.
- Update frequency
- every 10 days
- Average duration
- 25 minutes
- Episodes
- 159
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
A Physician and Father's New Book Raises Awareness of Cancer Prevention
After losing his son to cancer five years ago, Dr. George Beauregard, a twenty-year internal medicine physician and life-long resident of Massachusetts, used his grief to spread an important message.…
Perfect Nutrition: A look at Breastfeeding Benefits, Support, and the State's Strategies for Success
August is National Breastfeeding Month – a time to celebrate and bring awareness to breastfeeding. In this episode, Mary Catherine or “MC” Curran, a WIC lactation consultant and nutritionist at Hasbr…
There When You Need Them: Celebrating Community Health Centers
It's National Health Center Week - a time to recognize and celebrate the role of health centers in our communities. These nonprofit clinics provide affordable, high-quality care to more than 200,000 …
Evidence of Harms: Cannabis Use and Family Planning
There has been a lot of talk about cannabis in the news lately and some people question whether cannabis is the answer to a wide variety of health conditions, including pregnancy-related morning sick…
What’s the Story? Using Data to Improve Health Equity
Every community has its own story. These stories are shaped by it’s residents, as well as policies and systems that influence community well-being. Comparing data by neighborhood or zip code, can not…
You Good, Man? A Conversation About Men's Mental Health
June is Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month – a time to raise awareness about the mental health challenges faced by men and boys. In this episode, Dr. Samantha Rosenthal, a professor of Health Scienc…
Disorders, Syndromes, and Even Psychosis - the Downside to Cannabis Use
While there are studies that show cannabis may be useful in alleviating pain, nausea, and other symptoms associated with certain medical conditions, some doctors and researchers are seeing a rise in …
Impacting Quality of Life with Palliative and Hospice Care
Palliative and hospice care can both have a huge impact on one’s quality of life during serious illness. How do these types of care differ and when are they important? In this episode, Dr. Chan sits…
Elder Care: The Importance of Planning Ahead at Any Age
May is Older American’s Month and a good time to think about our needs as we age and those of the older adults in our communities. In this episode, Deb Burton, a social gerontologist and executive di…
Cause for Concern or Typical Behavior? A New Resource Helps Guide Children's Behavioral Health
Children often face a wide range of struggles like social challenges, difficulties at school, substance use, and so much more. As any parent or caregiver knows, helping a child can be overwhelming at…
Addressing Sexual Assault Where You May Least Expect It
Sexual violence affects 1 in 4 women and 1 in 9 men nationally - and it can happen anywhere, usually by someone you know. In honor of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, RIDOH’s Dr. Staci Fischer, medica…
The Science Behind Safe Infant Sleep
March is National Sleep Awareness Month. Sleep is a precious commodity when there is a newborn in the home - but did you know that HOW an infant sleeps is very important to their safety? In this epis…
Carbon Monoxide: The Silent Killer
Alexandra Dowding and her family nearly died from a silent killer - carbon monoxide. The odorless, invisible gas made them very sick and forced them out of their West Warwick home. In this episode, D…
How to Keep Measles From Making a Comeback
In this episode of Public Health Out Loud, Dr. Philip Chan talks about measles with Dr. Suzanne Bornschein, RIDOH's infectious disease state epidemiologist. From recent outbreaks to risk factors and …
Increase Return On Investment and Support Employees With Recovery-Friendly Workplaces
Imagine if there was a way to help create supportive, stigma-free environments for people living with substance use and mental health conditions, especially in the workplace. The Rhode Island Recover…
Preventing HIV Like a Champ!
In this episode, Jonathan Lucero McKinney, a physician assistant at Care New England Medical Group’s Internal Medicine Center in Pawtucket, Rhode Island and co-host of the Outloud YouTube channel, jo…
Is Something Dangerous Lurking in Your Home?
January is Radon Awareness Month - a time to call attention to the dangers of this silent killer. What is radon and how common is it? How do you know if you have radon lurking in your home? In this …
A New You in the New Year with the Community Health Network
It's a new year and many people are setting resolutions for better health. If you are looking to make time for weight loss, healthier eating, physical activity, and even prevention and management of …
Setting the Record Straight on Fluoride
RIDOH Oral Health Program Dental Director, Dr. Samuel Zwetchkenbaum joins Dr. Philip Chan in this episode to talk about a subject that’s gotten some recent media attention – fluoride. Why is it added…
Same Old Tricks: Keeping Tobacco Industry Marketing on Rhode Island's Radar
November 21st is the American Cancer Society’s Great American Smokeout, an annual event that encourages people to quit smoking or reduce their tobacco and nicotine use for at least 24 hours to live a…