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Alkaline Water: Miracle or Marketing?
October 08, 202400:36:38

Alkaline Water: Miracle or Marketing?

Alkaline water is EVERYWHERE! But is there really any benefits behind the booming business? In this episode we explore higher pH water and its supposed impact on hydration, acid reflux, bone health, and even cancer prevention. Through discussions on acidity, alkaline diets, and the Warburg effect, w...

Calling 988: The Underused Lifeline
October 01, 202400:33:46

Calling 988: The Underused Lifeline

In this episode, we discuss the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. We examine public unfamiliarity with the service, despite its crucial role in providing immediate help for mental health crises, substance abuse issues, and suicidal thoughts. We explore the history of the lifeline, its purpose, operat...

Your Ultimate Guide to Cold and Flu Season: COVID, Flu, and RSV, Oh My! (with Rob Citronberg MD)
September 24, 202400:41:02

Your Ultimate Guide to Cold and Flu Season: COVID, Flu, and RSV, Oh My! (with Rob Citronberg MD)

Get ready for cold and flu season with this entertaining and informative episode! Dive into everything you need to know about staying healthy this fall. From the latest on COVID-19 and flu vaccinations to understanding the rise of RSV, we've got you covered. Learn the importance of testing, find out...

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Meet Your Podcast Hosts

Jeremy Alland, MD

Sports Medicine Doctor, Team Physician for the Chicago Bulls, Chicago White Sox and Mount Carmel High School.
Dad, Husband and Dog Lover
Passionate about travel, sports and coffee.
Brand Ambassador for Athletic Brewing and Vuori Clothing

Julie Bruene, MD

Sports Medicine Physician, Team Physician for the Chicago White Sox, Chicago Bulls and DePaul University. 
Likes: Honesty. Cats. The absurd. Accountability. Unexpected animal friendships. Kindness.
Dislikes: Mis/disinformation. Answering the phone. Ambiguity. Bell peppers.

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Sports doc runs Berlin Marathon, DOES LIFE-SAVING CPR at mile 21, and finishes with a PR!
October 07, 202400:31:13

Sports doc runs Berlin Marathon, DOES LIFE-SAVING CPR at mile 21, and finishes with a PR!

AMAZING STORY about a sports medicine doc, Dr. Eliza Pierko, who performed life-saving CPR on a runner while SHE HERSELF ran the Berlin Marathon on 9/29/24, and on top of it all, she still hit a new PR (personal record) for her run. Call that a (c)PR! Great bonus content from YOUR DOCTOR FRIENDS!

YOUR DOCTOR FRIENDS on Fox 32 Chicago- a health podcast for the people!
January 19, 202400:02:12

YOUR DOCTOR FRIENDS on Fox 32 Chicago- a health podcast for the people!

Thanks so much to Anthony Ponce and Fox 32 Chicago for highlighting our podcast! What questions would YOU text your "doctor friend"??

How to make New Year's Resolutions STICK! Your Doctor Friend Julia Bruene, MD on Fox 32 Chicago/WFLD
January 18, 202400:04:11

How to make New Year's Resolutions STICK! Your Doctor Friend Julia Bruene, MD on Fox 32 Chicago/WFLD

Wondering how you can get past January 31st with your New Year's resolution goals? Dr. Bruene gives you some evidence-based tips on how to achieve behavioral change. Big thanks to Sylvia Perez of Fox 32 Chicago for a lovely interview!

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